Mindful Internet Use

A Chrome Extension that prevents mindless browsing

Mindful Internet Use: Your Tool Against Mindless Browsing

Mindful Internet Use is a unique Chrome Extension combatting the pitfalls of Problematic Internet Use. Rather than blocking websites, MIU aims to change user habits, instilling mindfulness during browsing. It encourages positive web usage through tools like breathing exercises and motivational quotes that resonate with the user's values. The extension promotes optimal internet use, allowing users to access mindless websites only after conscious consideration. Importantly, user data remains secure on their device, ensuring privacy.

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By: henry.gondorff.miu

Users: 1,000+

Rating: 4.78

(65)

1 new ratings

Version: 1.0.13 (Last updated: 2022-12-21)

Creation date: 2020-07-05

Permissions:

storage
tabs

Size: 416.77K

Email: he*****@gmail.com

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 23,086 ▲ 3

Other rankings

#1191 in Workflow & Planning ▼ 4 #4 in internet keyword 56 #36 in website usage keyword 53 ▲ 1 #36 in website usage. keyword 53 ▲ 1

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros

Effective for managing distractions
Well-designed user interface (UI)
Supports mindfulness practices through breathing exercises
Customizable settings for blocking websites
Helps improve productivity

Cons

Limited features for customizing access time for individual domains
Some users experienced bugs with URL settings not functioning as expected
The countdown timer during breathing exercises can be distracting
The extension sometimes repeats itself after finishing a cycle
Could benefit from more blocking options such as blocking by specific words

Most mentioned

Desire for custom duration settings for blocking access to websites
Request for the ability to assign different access times for different URLs
Need for improved functionality to prevent bypassing blocking settings
Praise for the extension’s effectiveness in increasing productivity
Suggestions for further enhancements, such as hiding the countdown timer

User reviews

Great aesthetics. Definitely my favourite extension of its kind! It’s incredibly effective for managing distractions. One additional feature that would make it perfect is to have the ability to block all domains by default but then allow access for a limited time to individual domains. While I can achieve the first part by adding just 'http' as a blocked URL, the second part - granting limited-time access to individual domains - would be a fantastic addition.

Prateek Girdhar, 2025-01-22

Great Idea! Love to see research backed methods being easily accessible by the general public. Love the UI as well!

Lilyann Caballero, 2024-12-30

Excellent. Best idea ever. If Google takes it down, I will make a Firefox version to protect mankind against evil companies trying to hiyack our minds with attention AI algoritms and clickbaits.

amilcar barca, 2024-12-19

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Mindful Internet Use requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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