clearspace

Enhanced browsing: more focus, less distraction
What is clearspace?
"Clearspace" is a Chrome extension that promotes mindful browsing by blocking distractions, managing social media use, and encouraging healthier online habits. With features designed to combat digital addiction and foster productivity, it helps users take control of their screen time and align their online actions with their intentions. Experience a simpler, more focused browsing experience with Clearspace's minimalist design and effective self-control tools.

Extension stats

Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.76 (62)
Version: 0.4.6 (Last updated: 2024-11-07)
Creation date: 2022-08-01
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • webNavigation
  • scripting
  • alarms
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 212.99K

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Extension summary

Clearspace: Your Chrome Extension for Mindful Browsing

Navigating the digital world requires a balance between being connected and staying focused. With an abundance of distractions like social media and enticing websites, managing screen time effectively is crucial for mental well-being, productivity, and fostering healthy relationships. Clearspace for Chrome is designed to combat digital addiction and transform your browsing experience into one that's purposeful and less distracting.

Why Clearspace for Chrome?

Clearspace revolutionizes your browsing by eliminating distractions while keeping essential content accessible. Say goodbye to impulsive clicks and endless social media scrolling.

Key Features:

  • Block and Limit Websites: Easily block websites that you find distracting and set limits on your browsing time.
  • Social Media Doomscrolling Management: Implement session management to prevent excessive scrolling.
  • Habit Change: Use the pause-before-opening feature to reduce the influence of dopamine, leading to more mindful online habits.
  • Minimalist Design: Clearspace’s interface is straightforward, ensuring that your attention remains where it should.
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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Effectively blocks distractions on social media
  • YouTube block feature helps narrow focus
  • Saves time by reducing excessive browsing
  • Simple and helpful for staying focused
  • Users find it indispensable for productivity
Cons
  • Requires a separate subscription from the app
  • Limited functionality compared to the app
  • Cannot block certain popular sites like Instagram and TikTok
  • Doesn't work on some platforms, like Facebook
Most mentioned
  • Separate subscription for Chrome extension and app
  • Inability to block Instagram and TikTok
  • Effectiveness in reducing distractions
  • Saves hours of wasted time
  • User dependency on the extension for browsing
User reviews
by Diego Dotta, 2024-05-28

requires account. it's mainly for blocking social media and does not help with excessive googling.
by M. H., 2024-02-22

Really liked the youtube block feature, it makes it way tighter in scope, instead of the barrage of recommended videos you just get a search bar
by Jonáš Rybníček, 2023-11-09
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

clearspace has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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