Otto: Pomodoro timer, Blocker and Automations

A mindful timer that helps you reduce procrastination, friction and helps you be mindful while working and browsing the web.

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Otto: Efficient Pomodoro Timer & Website Blocker

Otto: Pomodoro timer, Blocker and Automations is a versatile productivity extension designed to help users minimize distractions and enhance mindfulness during work sessions. Featuring a timer, website blocker, and analytics, Otto empowers users with tools like task timers and workflows that support effective time management. Prioritizing user privacy, all data is securely stored in local storage without compromising your information. Experience greater focus and productivity as you browse the web!

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Extension stats

By: https://ottoapp.me

Users: 60,000+

Rating: 4.45

(196)

1 new ratings

Version: 1.0.39 (Last updated: 2025-02-12)

Creation date: 2020-11-09

Permissions:

alarms
storage
declarativeNetRequest
tabs
notifications
offscreen
unlimitedStorage

Size: 1.22M

Email: jb*****@ottoapp.me

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 3,289 ▲ 71

Other rankings

#281 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 5 #126 in timer keyword 42 ▼ 30 #228 in automation keyword 31 ▼ 26 #234 in start page keyword 36 ▼ 36

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Increases productivity significantly
Fun and engaging design with gamification elements
Effective site-blocking feature
User-friendly interface
Cute character (Otto) adds to the experience

Cons

Timer resets or glitches during use
Issues with time tracking accuracy
Popup notifications and features not always functioning
Limited customization options for timer durations
Occasional layout problems on websites like YouTube

Most mentioned

Timer resets or gets stuck
Desire for an always-visible timer
Website blocking feature not always working as expected
Need for longer customizable focus sessions
Request for additional features like a stopwatch mode

User reviews

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Joseph Tommás Rojas Rocha, 2025-02-28

I don't have any bad things to say, this app has made me 100x more productive. I love the design and videogame aspect as well. Good work to whoever is developing this!

Pranav Narayan, 2025-02-23

It works well at combining the functions of a timer and site-blocker. Otto is really cute, too! Kudos to the devs. There is one things that keeps this from being perfect, though; it would be nice if you could toggle on an always-displaying timer so you could constantly see the time decreasing. It would be too obtrusive if it was the whole interface that you get when you click on the extension. Instead it could be a small icon in the bottom right corner of the screen with a circular progress bar. I don't know if that's possible, but it would be really helpful.

Saubir Yaseen, 2025-02-18

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Otto: Pomodoro timer, Blocker and Automations 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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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Otto: Pomodoro timer, Blocker and Automations. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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