Controlling time on a smartphone screen has become an integral part of digital hygiene. Users Samsung Galaxy often face the question: where exactly are these statistics hidden in the firmware One UI? Unlike “pure” Android, Samsung’s shell has its own nuances - some functions are hidden in unobvious sections, and in new versions the interface changes radically.

If you updated to Android 14 s One UI 6 and cannot find the usual “Digital Well-being” section, do not rush to blame yourself - the developers moved it to another place. And owners of older models (for example, Galaxy S10 or Note 20) will have to use alternative methods. In this article, we will look at all the current ways to check screen time, including hidden features and third-party tools.

The peculiarity Samsung is that the company is actively modifying standard Android functions. Where statistics lie on the surface, for a Korean brand they can be hidden under a layer of customization. For example, in Pixel or Xiaomi statistics lie on the surface; for a Korean brand, they can be hidden under a layer of customization. For example, in One UI 5.1 the “Digital Well-Being” section is duplicated in two places, and in One UI 6.0 it has been moved to the account settings. Such changes often confuse even experienced users.

Another pitfall is dividing statistics by profile. If you have set up multiple users or guest mode on your phone, screen time data may not display correctly. We will tell you how to avoid this problem and get accurate numbers.

1. Standard method: “Digital Wellbeing” in One UI 5.0–6.0

On most modern devices Samsung (from Galaxy S21 to Galaxy S24) screen time statistics are available through the built-in function "Digital Well-being". However, its location depends on the firmware version:

In One UI 5.x the path is as follows:

  1. Open Settings (gear in the notification panel).
  2. Scroll down to the section Digital Wellbeing and Parental Controls.
  3. Tap on Toolbar → Screen Time.

In One UI 6.0 (Android 14) the algorithm has changed:

  1. Go to Settings → Accounts and archiving.
  2. Select Digital Wellbeing (may be called Digital Life Balance).
  3. Click Show usage data.

Here you will see:

  • 📊 Total time of use per day/week.
  • 📱 Statistics on applications (how much time spent on each).
  • 🔔 Quantity unlocks screen.
  • 📉 Activity schedule hourly.
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If the "Digital Well-being" section is missing, check if it is disabled through Settings → Applications → Three dots (menu) → Special access → Battery optimizationSometimes the system hides it to save battery.

2. Alternative way: through "Google Settings"

On devices Samsung with pre-installed services Google you can also view statistics way. This method works even if the standard section is disabled by the device administrator (for example, on corporate phones):

Instructions:

  1. Open the application Google Settings (icon with the letter "G" on blue background).
  2. Go to section Google Services → Google Account.
  3. Select tab Google account management (can open in browser).
  4. Tap Data and personalization → Activity in applications and devices.

Displayed here:

  • 🕒 Usage time all deviceslinked to the account.
  • 📊 Statistics on YouTube, Chrome, Gmail and other Google services.
  • 🔄 Possibility export data to a CSV file.
⚠️ Attention: If several Google accounts are configured on your phone, the statistics will be separated. To see the full picture, log into each profile separately.

The advantage of this method is the data is saved even after resetting the phone to factory settings.if you have not deleted your Google account. However, this does not take into account the time spent in third-party applications (for example, in TikTok or Telegram).

3. Hidden function: "Focus mode" and usage reports

Few people know, but One UI there is a hidden tool for monitoring activity - "Focus mode"It not only limits access to distracting applications, but also keeps detailed statistics. find:

Steps:

  1. Go to Settings → Functions additional (or Additional functions).
  2. Select Focus mode.
  3. Activate the mode (even if you do not plan to use it).
  4. After activation, a tab will appear Reports with detailed statistics.

What's unique here:

  • 📈 Breakdown by category (social networks, games, work).
  • 🛑 List the most "distracting" applications.
  • ⏱️ Average session time for each application.
How to reset statistics in Focus Mode?

To reset the data, you need to deactivate Focus Mode, restart the phone, and then turn it on again. Old reports will be deleted without the possibility of recovery.

This method is especially useful for those who want analyze your habits. useand not just look at dry numbers. For example, here you can see at what hours you most often access social networks, and how much time you spend on “useless” scrolling.

4. For older models: the "Samsung Members" application

If you have Galaxy S9, Note 10 or another model on Android 9–10, standard methods may not work. In this case, the proprietary application Samsung Memberswill help. preinstalled on all brand devices.

How to get statistics:

  1. Open the application Samsung Members (icon with the Samsung logo on a green background).
  2. Go to the tab Diagnostics (icon magnifiers).
  3. Select Using the device.
  4. Tap Screen time.

Features of this method:

  • 📅 Data is available for last 7 days (as opposed to 24 hours in the standard section).
  • 📊 Shows top 5 most used applications.
  • ⚡ Works even on devices without updates (for example, on Galaxy A50 with Android 9).
⚠️ Attention: In Samsung Members statistics are updated with a delay of up to 24 hours. If you have just installed the application, data for the current day may not be available.

This method is a real godsend for owners of old smartphones, where the “Digital Wellbeing” function is either missing or does not work correctly. In addition, here you can see battery usage history in connection with. screen time, which helps identify power-hungry applications.

📊 Which statistics do you check more often?
Total screen time
Time on social networks
Number of unlocks
Battery charge

5. Third-party applications: when standard methods are not enough

If the built-in tools Samsung do not suit you (for example, due to the lack of data export or an inconvenient interface), you can use third-party applications. We tested the top solutions and selected the best:

Application Advantages Disadvantages Link
Digital Wellbeing (from Google) Integration with Google account, export to CSV, timers for applications Does not work on some Samsung models due to a conflict with One UI Play Market
ActionDash Detailed analytics, widgets, notifications when limits are exceeded Paid subscription for advanced features Play Market
StayFree Free data export, comparison with other users Advertising in the free version Play Market
QualityTime "Family mode" for monitoring children, scheduled blocking Outdated interface Play Market

How to choose the best application?

  • 📊 If you need data export — StayFree or Digital Wellbeing.
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For parental control — QualityTime.
  • 🛠️ If important integration with One UI — ActionDash (it is best adapted for Samsung).

Before installing, check the application permissions. Real time monitoring tools require access to: Usage statistics, Notifications and Accessibility. If an application requests access to SMS or Geolocations this is a reason to be wary.

✅ Read reviews about the application (especially negative ones)

✅ See when the last update was

✅ Check for leak complaints data

✅ Make sure the application does not require unnecessary permissions-->

6. Advanced method: ADB commands for technical users

If you like to "dig" into the system, you can get screen time statistics through ADB (Android Debug Bridge). This method is suitable for unlocked devices and requires minimal knowledge of the command line.

Instructions:

  1. Install ADB tools on a PC.
  2. Activate USB debugging on the phone (Settings → About phone → Build number (tap 7 times) → Developer options → USB debugging).
  3. Connect the phone to the PC and run the command: 
    adb shell dumpsys usagestats

In the command output, look for blocks:

  • mLastEventTime — time of the last event.
  • mTotalTime — total time of use.
  • mPackageName —application name.

For convenience, you can export the data to a file: 

adb shell dumpsys usagestats > stats.txt
⚠️ Attention: Using ADB can lead to resetting the guaranteeif you modify system files. There are no risks for simply viewing statistics, but be careful with other commands.

This method gives the most accurate data, since it takes information directly from the system log. However, it takes time to configure and is not suitable for. beginners.

7. Common problems and their solutions

Sometimes screen time statistics are not displayed or show incorrect data. Here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

Problem 1: The “Digital Well-Being” section is missing. settings.

  • 🔄 Solution: Update the firmware to the latest version (in older versions of One UI the function may be disabled).
  • 🔧 Solution: Check if the partition is hidden through Settings → Applications → Three dots → Show system → Digital well-being → Show.

Problem 2: Statistics are reset to zero after a reboot.

  • 🔄 Solution: This is a bug in some versions of One UI. Try disabling battery optimization for the Digital Wellbeing app.
  • 📱 Solution: Use third-party applications (for example, ActionDash) that save data in the cloud.

Problem 3: The time in applications is shown incorrectly (for example, 25 hours per day).

  • ⏱️ Solution: Reset the statistics manually: Settings → Digital well-being → Three dots → Reset data.
  • 🔧 Solution: Check whether automation applications are installed on your phone (for example, Tasker or MacroDroid), which can reset the counters.
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If the statistics have not been updated for more than a day, try clearing the cache of the "Digital Wellbeing" application in the settings. This often solves the problem without resetting the data.

If none of the methods helped, it may be on your device UsageStats service disabledTo enable it, run through. ADB: UsageStats service disabled for 

adb shell pm enable com.android.settings.intelligence
Is it possible to see screen time for a specific day a week ago?

In the standard “Digital Wellbeing” section, statistics are available only for current day and last week (without detailing by day). For long-term analysis, use third-party applications like ActionDash or StayFreethat save history for up to 6 months.

Why does the statistics not show time in some applications?

This happens if:

  • The application has the right IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS (for example, instant messengers).
  • You use several user profiles —statistics are kept separately for each.
  • The application works in background without interaction with the screen (for example, playing music).
How to limit screen time for a child on Samsung?

Use parental controls:

  1. Go to Settings → Digital Wellbeing → Parental control.
  2. Create a child’s profile and set limits.
  3. Activate Time blocking for specific applications.

For additional functions (for example, geolocation) install Samsung Kids or Google Family Link.

Is it possible to export screen time statistics to Excel?

Yes, but not through standard tools. Options:

  • Use ActionDash (export to CSV).
  • Manually copy data from Samsung Members → Diagnostics.
  • Through ADB (command adb shell dumpsys usagestats) and subsequent log processing.
Why after update to One UI 6.0, the “Digital Wellbeing” section disappeared?

IN One UI 6.0 The section was moved to Settings → Accounts and archiving → Digital well-being. If it is not there, try:

  1. Clear cache Settings (Settings → Applications → Settings → Memory → Clear cache).
  2. Update application Samsung Members via the Galaxy Store.