Keep Computer Awake (for a While)

Name: Keep Computer Awake (for a While)
Rating: 4.25 (12 reviews)
Author: https://guokai.dev

By: Jackie(Guokai) Han

Keep your computer running or screen on, and return to default state by a timer.

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Features & Capabilities

Keep Computer Awake (for a While) is a versatile Chrome extension designed to override your system's default energy-saving settings, preventing your computer from sleeping or turning off the screen as needed. It offers three states: keep the screen on, keep the system running while allowing the screen to turn off, and revert to the system's default energy-saving configuration.

Beyond basic keep-awake functions, this extension features a countdown timer allowing you to schedule when your computer should return to default sleep settings. Optionally, it can close the active tab after the timer, ideal for managing media playback during bedtime. Keyboard shortcuts simplify switching between modes. Please note, manual computer sleep or closing your browser will override the extension's functionality.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

1.0.7 Last updated: 2023-02-22

Creation date:

2020-02-07

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Size:

13.97KB

Email:

gu*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Chrome Web Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-03

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 10,754 ▲ 65

Other rankings

#3597 in Workflow & Planning ▼ 12#1 in computer keyword 24 #10 in keep keyword 63 ▼ 1#34 in example keyword 38 ▲ 4#49 in state keyword 14 ▲ 3

Other platforms

Keep Computer Awake (for a While) (v1.0.7)

9,506 4.20

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Developed by:

https://guokai.dev

Chrome Web Store

https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/keep-computer-awake-for-a/imbpigcghoambmanjekibelfjemnnool

Email:

gu*****@gmail.com

Website:

https://guokai.dev

Permission Change History

2022-10-25: Version 1.0.5 → 1.0.6

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User Reviews

Users praise the easy, lightweight countdown timer for keeping the screen awake during tasks (recording pages, presentations) and deem it essential for security. However, reliability issues with wake/sleep and inconsistent OS support (Windows 10) are common complaints. There are notable feature requests, such as saving the last countdown value and better integration with tools like Google Slides.

Pros

Easy-to-use countdown timer that reliably keeps the computer awake during tasks
The timer is essential for work security and staying on task
Lightweight, visually clean UI that fits unobtrusively on the screen
Useful for practical scenarios like recording pages or presenting without the screen sleeping

Cons

Reliability issues: sometimes the timer doesn’t trigger or the computer won’t wake from sleep
Cross-platform/OS compatibility gaps: works on some systems (e.g., Chromebox, Windows 11) but not consistently on others (e.g., Windows 10)
Missing features: requests to save the last countdown setting and to integrate with tools like Google Slides

Recent reviews

I set up a timer, but nothing happened

Lu*****, 2026-03-07

非常棒的功能！

Gn*****, 2025-09-21

很好，页面也好看，作用很大，录制网页，或者需要不关闭屏幕时，非常有用！

Xi*****, 2025-06-07

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Is Keep Computer Awake (for a While) Safe?

Risk impact

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Keep Computer Awake (for a While) does not require any sensitive permissions.

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Risk likelihood

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Keep Computer Awake (for a While) has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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