Cold Turkey Blocker

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Cold Turkey Blocker: Block Distracting Websites & Apps

The 'Cold Turkey Blocker' extension is a companion tool for the desktop software, designed to temporarily restrict access to distracting websites and applications. This results in improved focus and productivity. The extension responsibly handles data, only collecting website usage information for statistics and usage tracking, with no data leaving your device.

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By: https://getcoldturkey.com

Users: 200,000+

Rating: 4.62

(2,062)

8 new ratings

Version: 4.5.4 (Last updated: 2023-12-04)

Creation date: 2023-11-16

Permissions:

nativeMessaging
tabs
management
idle
storage
notifications
alarms

Host permissions:

*://getcoldturkey.com/*

Size: 206.85K

Email: fe*****@getcoldturkey.com

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 1,284 ▲ 88

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Cold Turkey Blocker (v4.5.4)

76,788+ 4.60

(215)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 improve focus and discipline
Effective in blocking distractions
Affordable pricing
Works reliably for long-term users
Highly regarded by users, especially those with ADHD

Cons

Some users found a workaround to bypass blocks
Not compatible with Brave browser for some users
Lacks a timer feature for duration control

Most mentioned

Effective at blocking distractions
Useful for users with ADHD
Long-term positive impact on productivity
Desire for additional features like timers
Works well but has a few minor bugs

User reviews

its to much nonsense app. its block every websites in google you need. I want to tell that don't install this nonsense app.

irum naaz, 2025-03-09

Absolute life saver. Very effective when it comes to fighting social media addiction and being more productive.

B, 2025-03-08

Awesome app

Abdul Hadi, 2025-03-05

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Cold Turkey Blocker. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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