FocusedMind

Master Your Focus. Win Your Day. FocusedMind is the ultimate productivity extension that transforms scattered attention into laser-sharp focus. Whether you're studying for exams, working on important projects, or building better habits, FocusedMind provides the structure and motivation you need to succeed. ** Heads-up: Chrome may show a warning during installation since FocusedMind is still new on the store and using local storage to store sessions site URL for whitelist mode and custom URL. Rest assured — this extension runs locally, makes no API calls, and does not collect any user data. Your privacy and focus are fully respected. 💬 We Want Your Feedback! Help Us Make FocusedMind Even Better 🚀 Your experience matters! FocusedMind is built for the community, and we'd love to hear how it's working for you. ### Changelog - FocusedMind Extension - Version 1.4.3 (Latest) ### 🆕 New Features - Added completion view with session statistics - Implemented contextual motivational messages - Added incognito mode support - Implemented whitelist mode with UI logic - Enhanced Task Display: Active session now shows task name with session duration 🔒 Security Improvements - Reduced permissions for Enhanced Safe Browsing compliance - Removed `tabs` and `scripting` permissions - Limited host permissions to `http://*/*` and `https://*/*` - Eliminated dynamic script injection for improved security - Uses storage events for communication instead of direct tab manipulation 🐛 Bug Fixes - Fixed automatic session completion not showing completion view - Fixed distraction count incrementing on network requests - Added iframe protection to prevent duplicate blocking checks - Improved session expiry handling 🔧 Technical Changes - Updated manifest.json for better security compliance - Refactored background script to use minimal permissions - Added storage change listeners for secure communication - Improved content script isolation and performance ### End of Changelog - FocusedMind Extension - Version 1.4.3 (Latest) ### ✨ SMART FOCUS SESSIONS: Set scientifically-backed 15-30 minute focus sessions for optimal productivity • Define clear tasks to maintain purpose and direction throughout your session • Real-time countdown timer keeps you aware of your progress • Automatic completion with detailed performance analytics 🚫 INTELLIGENT WEBSITE BLOCKING: Block entire categories: Social Media, Entertainment, News, Adult Content • Add custom URLs for your personal distraction websites • Whitelist Mode: Create an "allowed sites only" environment for maximum focus • Smart domain detection handles www, http/https variations automatically 📊 REAL-TIME PERFORMANCE TRACKING: Track your focus journey with live metrics and show the status 🎉 MOTIVATIONAL COMPLETION SYSTEM: Session Completed: Celebratory messages and achievement recognition 🌟 WHY CHOOSE FOCUSEDMIND? Unlike other blockers that simply say "no," FocusedMind says "yes" to your growth. We believe focus is a skill that improves with practice, not a trait you either have or don't. Our approach: Positive Reinforcement: Encourages improvement rather than punishment • Flexible Blocking: Adapts to your specific distraction patterns • Growth Mindset: Treats every session as a step toward better concentration • User-Friendly: Clean, intuitive interface that doesn't get in your way 🚀 PERFECT FOR: • Students preparing for exams • Remote workers battling home distractions • Anyone building better focus habits • Professionals working on important projects • People seeking to reduce social media addiction 📱 HOW IT WORKS: Set your focus task and duration Choose what to block (categories, custom sites, or whitelist mode) Start your session and stay productive Review your performance and get motivated for the next session Start your journey to better focus today. Every session counts toward building stronger concentration habits.