Why are my apps still locked after I finished?
Short answer
If the lock says you're done for now or done for today, that is normal
What does the lock say?
Open a locked app and read the top line.
- "You're done for today ✅": this is normal. The app saw you finish, and the open time it earned is used up. Only "Emergency unlock" shows.
- "You're done for now ✅": this is normal too. Nothing is left to do right now. It names when your next reading time starts. Only "Emergency unlock" shows.
- "Shhh, Hart's sleepy 😴": your night lock is on. Reading and praying does not open your apps until 6 AM.
- "Morning's here ☀️" with a "Begin today's reading" button: it is morning and your night lock is still on. Read and pray to open your apps.
- "Not so fast 👀" with a "Read and pray" button: the app has not counted your reading and prayer yet. Try the steps below.
How do I fix it?
- Close Spiritualrot all the way, then open it again. It checks your lock every time it opens
- Look at the top of Today. If it says "APPS LOCKED", something is still left
- Tap the button under it. It says "Read", "Pray", or "Read and pray", so you can see what is left
- Finish that part
Doing just the reading or just the prayer does not count as finished.
What else can I check?
- Open your iPhone's Settings, then Screen Time. Limits set there can also block apps
- Restart your iPhone, then open Spiritualrot again
What if I need my phone right now?
Tap "Emergency unlock" on the lock. It costs 5 XP.
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Updated September 2026