How to block social media on Android?

[sherryson]

I’m trying to reduce distractions and block social media apps on my Android phone. What are the easiest ways to do this—are there built-in settings or do I need a third-party app? I’d like to either block apps completely or set time limits for apps like Instagram and Facebook. Also, is there a way to prevent myself (or kids) from bypassing these restrictions easily? Any simple step-by-step methods would help.