FocusMe

Connector to the FocusMe desktop application to track and block websites. Visit https://focusme.com to get the app.
What is FocusMe?
FocusMe is an integrative Chrome extension that works with our desktop application. It features time tracking, flexible blocking options and Pomodoro techniques to boost productivity, while offering enhanced URL detection speed and accuracy. It's not just an ordinary website and app blocker, it's a reliable digital companion designed to streamline your focus and enhance productivity.

Extension stats

Users: 3,000+
Rating: 3.06 (17)
Version: 4.1 (Last updated: 2024-08-30)
Creation date: 2020-06-05
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
  • tabs
Host permissions:
  • *://*/*
Size: 26.23K

Other platforms

FocusMe (v3.5)
4.11 (9) 405
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Extension summary

This addon does not work standalone but is a connector to our desktop application.

Block distracting websites and apps or set time limits. Time Tracker shows you how you spend your days. Flexible blocking allows you to whitelist parts of a site but bloc the rest. Pomodoro and Breaks features to stay focused and productive. Stay protected even when your willpower gets low and you try to bypass your own rules!

The extension is recommended for users' of FocusMe desktop application to improve URL detection. It's not strictly required as the application has other methods to obtain the URL which generally work very well, but using the addon can improve accuracy and speed of URL detection on some systems.

Visit https://focusme.com to get the app.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works effectively to block social media and NSFW content.
  • Great application with fantastic features.
  • Helps users focus and block unnecessary time-wasting websites.
  • Beats other Pomodoro focus and website/app blocking apps.
  • Positive feedback on mobile app performance.
Cons
  • Frequently displays errors about the add-on not being installed.
  • Extension doesn't communicate effectively with the desktop app.
  • Can cause loss of saved tabs when blocking websites.
  • Settings for URL typing and block features need better customization.
  • Useless extension functionality according to some users.
Most mentioned
  • Issues with the add-on not being recognized or found.
  • Problems with the extension not opening or operating as expected.
  • Loss of saved tabs due to aggressive blocking.
  • Need for better customization options.
  • Mixed experiences between the mobile app and Chrome extension.
Recent reviews
by 哈哈, 2024-09-01

Constantly says add-on is not found even when it is installed and all settings enabled. How do we fix this? Help!
by Dave Rascoe, 2024-08-30

Always says addon is not found even when it is installed and allowed in incognito mode
by Jian De Mai, 2024-08-26
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Extension safety

Risk impact

FocusMe requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

FocusMe is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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