Forest: stay focused, be present

Stay focused in a pleasant way.

Forest Chrome Extension: Stay Focused, Be Present

Forest: stay focused, be present is a Chrome extension designed to help fight internet distractions. It employs a unique and fun way of encouraging time management. Using the extension, users can plant a tree which grows over 30 minutes. The tree thrives as long as you concentrate on your tasks and stay off other distracting sites. Moreover, users can share their trees with friends, making it a communal and motivating experience.

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Extension stats

By: https://forestapp.cc

Users: 900,000+

Rating: 3.80

(1,360)

2 new ratings

Version: 6.5.0 (Last updated: 2024-12-23)

Creation date: 2020-06-22

Permissions:

scripting
storage
unlimitedStorage
notifications
activeTab
tabs
offscreen
identity
alarms

Host permissions:

http://*/*
https://*/*

Size: 14.92M

Email: su*****@forestapp.cc

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 494 ▲ 80

Other rankings

#45 in Workflow & Planning ▼ 1

#1 in present keyword 21

#4 in stay keyword 33

#66 in chrome keyword 89 ▼ 4

#99 in developer keyword 37 ▼ 1

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Other platforms

Not available on Android

Forest: stay focused, be present (v6.5.0)

20,571+ 4.37

(285)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Helps users focus and be productive
Positive impact on personal growth and study habits
Fun and rewarding concept of planting trees for focus
Good user interface and experience
Works adequately for basic productivity needs

Cons

Frequent login issues and sync problems with the mobile app
Limited features compared to the mobile app
Blocking functionality is inadequate
No counter time exceeded option available
Whitelist/blacklist functionalities do not work as expected

Most mentioned

Login and sync issues with the mobile app
Desire for improved blocking features and functionalities
Request for additional features and synchronization with mobile app
Limited capabilities compared to mobile application
Need for better time management features

User reviews

missing phone features

ketnya yadav, 2025-03-03

Missing the Counter time exceeded option on the chrome extension! Love this feature! Hope it will soon be added

Lisa Garrido, 2025-03-02

Is perfect for you focus

tofuki ._, 2025-02-17

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Forest: stay focused, be present requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. 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 Forest: stay focused, be present. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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