How to Fix Screen Time Not Working on iPhone

Is your Screen Time not syncing, failing to block apps, or showing a grayed-out "One Minute" error on your iPhone 17 or iPad? In January 2026, with the release of iOS 26.2, a widespread "Liquid Glass" indexing bug is causing Screen Time data to reset or ignore app limits entirely. Whether you're a parent managing a child's device via Family Sharing or trying to curb your own scrolling, this updated tutorial covers the definitive 2026 fixes, including the "Force Sync" trick, clearing the Screen Time Passcode cache, and the "Reset All Settings" solution for the 2026 update glitches. In this video, we cover: The "One Minute" Glitch (2026 Fix): How to fix the bug in iOS 26.2 where the "One More Minute" option stays active indefinitely, bypassing your set limits. Force Syncing Across Devices: Why your iPad and iPhone aren't showing the same data and how to toggle "Share Across Devices" to force a fresh iCloud handshake. The Family Sharing Refresh: A step-by-step for parents—how to remove and re-add a child to your Family Group to fix disappearing app limits in 2026. The "Ghost Limit" Cleanup: How to delete all existing limits and perform a Force Restart (Up, Down, hold Power) to clear corrupted 2026 system files. Reset All Settings: Why this is the #1 "nuclear" fix for Screen Time bugs in iOS 26—it resets your system preferences (like Wi-Fi and Face ID) but keeps all your photos and apps. Date & Time Verification: Why the new 2026 "Automatic Time" lock prevents kids from bypassing limits by changing the clock, and how to ensure it’s enabled.