Google Digital Wellness
Built-in Android and tablet screen time tracking tool that provides visibility into phone usage patterns, including time spent per app, unlock frequency, and notification counts. Offers app timers and downtime scheduling to help users manage digital habits.
Last updated: 2026-04-04 22:53
Overview
Google Digital Wellness is a built-in screen time tracking feature available on Android phones and tablets. It provides users with a dashboard showing how they spend their time on their device, including per-app usage breakdowns, unlock frequency, and notification data.
Features
- Per-app screen time tracking and daily usage breakdowns
- Tracks how often you unlock and pick up your device
- Displays notification counts per app
- Sets daily time limits (app timers) on individual apps
- Downtime scheduling to restrict app access during designated periods
- Focus Mode to pause distracting apps temporarily
- Wind Down mode to prepare the device for bedtime (grayscale, Do Not Disturb)
Limitations
- Does not provide data beyond approximately 4 weeks of history
- No API or data export option for external analysis
- Difficult to track long-term trends (e.g., comparing usage year-over-year)
- No integration with third-party time tracking or review tools
Pricing
Free — included as a built-in feature on supported Android devices.
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