Short answer: Hard Lock adds friction before disable actions, and schedules automate protection so blocking stays active when you need it most.
Hard Lock introduces a cooldown delay before blocking can be turned off. Use it if you often disable protection impulsively during Facebook sessions.
It is most effective when your distraction risk is high and you need a pause before making a disable decision.
Schedules let you set blocking by day and time. This is useful for repeat buying windows, nightly inventory scans, fixed research sessions, or any recurring Facebook use that should stay Reels-free.
When schedule is active, your protection state follows those windows automatically.
Pick Strict Focus Mode or Classic Facebook Mode first using the mode comparison guide.
Enable confirmations or Hard Lock to reduce impulsive toggling during active browsing.
Set schedules for the time blocks where you usually source, compare, message people, check Groups, or catch up with friends and family.
Short answer: Enable it when you tend to disable protection impulsively.
Hard Lock adds a cooldown delay, which creates a pause before turning blocking off.
Short answer: People with recurring Facebook sessions where Reels is a distraction benefit most.
Schedules are useful for sourcing windows, nightly scans, and repeat buying routines.
Install Marketplace Focus and use Hard Lock plus schedules to keep your sessions consistent.
