# blockedApplications A set of applications for the system to block. ``` var blockedApplications: Set? { get set } ``` ## Discussion The system hides blocked applications and prevents the user from launching them. The value is `nil` if your app doesn’t specify a set of apps to block. Your app can shield up to 50 applications at once. --- Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. | [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/privacy/privacy-policy)