# FocusSurfing - Block Distracting Websites

> FocusSurfings is a firefox extension that you can use to help keep you focused and productive. This is done by limiting the amount of time on those pesky websites you love but spend way too much time on them.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/focussurfing](https://chrome-stats.com/d/focussurfing)

## Overview

- **ID:** `focussurfing`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Mike
- **Category:** other
- **Daily users:** 137
- **Weekly downloads:** 1
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2025-09-09
- **First published:** 2022-12-23
- **Size:** 158 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/focussurfing/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/focussurfing/privacy/](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/focussurfing/privacy/)

## Description

FocusSurfing is a powerful Firefox extension designed to enhance your productivity by blocking distracting websites that consume your precious time. It allows you to set specific days and time limits for accessing certain sites, helping you avoid unintentional scrolling and wasted hours. When your preset time on these sites is exceeded, FocusSurfing temporarily blocks access until the next day, ensuring your focus remains intact.

Key features include customizable website blocking, scheduled blocking days, an immediate "Blockout" option to instantly restrict access, and a whitelist function that lets you block all sites except approved ones. Whether you want to limit social media use or prevent access to any distracting content, FocusSurfing provides an easy and flexible solution to keep you on task and productive throughout your day.

## Rankings

- #10,146 — Overall
- #66 — website blocker
- #68 — spend
- #69 — focus
- #110 — website
- #114 — listing

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `activeTab`
- `webNavigation`
- `tabs`
- `alarms`
- `storage`
- `unlimitedStorage`

### Content script matches

- `*`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Moderate risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/focussurfing)