NoDistractions - website blocker

Simple, bloat-free website blocker with a focus on intuitiveness. Basic functionality shouldn't be hidden and configuring shouldn't be rocket science.
What is NoDistractions - website blocker?
NoDistractions - Website Blocker is a simple and intuitive Firefox add-on that allows you to block distracting websites and stay focused on your tasks. It offers easy site blocking, temporary access, quick toggling, advanced site patterns, and is open-source for user contributions.

Add-on stats

Users: 56 ▲ 2
Rating: 5.00 (4)
Version: 1.2.0 (Last updated: 2024-07-09)
Creation date: 2022-11-05
Weekly download count: 5
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
  • notifications
  • webRequest
  • webNavigation
  • webRequestBlocking
Size: 62.93K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

Use if: You just want a simple add-on to block distracting websites when enabled, an extension that has an intuitive and straightforward UI. Don't use if: You require very specific features such as blocking only being active at specific times of day. The add-on being active is merely meant to serve as a reminder that you have chosen to be productive.

Features:

  • Sites are easy to add and doing so requires just two simple mouse clicks, you don't have to navigate through confusing menus.
  • Blocking can easily be toggled on or off through a popup. A keybinding is also available (CTRL+ALT+D).
  • The ability to temporarily visit a website (for just a minute or two) is available. It's possible to toggle this feature off in the settings, for those with bad impulse control.
  • Being simple doesn't equate to not being powerful; advanced site patterns (using URL Match patterns) are available for users with more specific needs (see the help section of the popup).
  • The extension is open-source, meaning that I am not afraid of hiding the code behind the extension and I allow users to contribute to it if they want to implement a feature.

User reviews

works and easy to use for a guy that gets easily confused like me
by aliasy2k, 2024-07-15

Best distracting website blocker to use with a simple key shortcut toggle. Key shortcut customizable.
by tuure, 2024-05-14

Simple yet effective, works like a charm. For some reason the "add current site" button doesn't work though, and I find it slightly odd that the "Disable NoDistractions" button can't be toggled off when that seems worse for people with bad impulse control than "just 3 more minutes."
by PuzzledCorgi117, 2023-11-11
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

NoDistractions - website blocker requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

NoDistractions - website blocker is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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