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reFocus

by rossw.dev@gmail.com · Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 20 Oct 2026

Regain control of your attention with mindful browsing timers

Users
6
−2 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
1
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#234K
#196K among extensions
Version
1.0
updated 11 Aug 2025

Users

monthly, 14 months
048Aug 2025Apr 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 20 Oct 2026: 6 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 14 months
001Aug 2025Apr 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 20 Oct 2026: 1 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About reFocus

🎯 reFocus: Regain Control of Your Digital Attention Break free from mindless browsing and endless scrolling with mindful browsing timers that actually work. reFocus helps you develop healthier internet habits by setting customizable time limits on distracting websites. When your time is up, you face a mandatory cooldown period - no shortcuts, no escape routes, no circumvention. Why You Need reFocus: ✅ Stop losing hours to social media, news sites, and other time-wasters ✅ Build awareness of how much time you actually spend on distracting sites ✅ Create natural breaks through enforced cooldown periods ✅ Develop intentional browsing habits instead of mindless scrolling Key Features: 🕐 Smart Timers - Set custom durations for any website, with tab-aware timing that pauses when you switch tabs 🛡️ True Blocking - When time expires, the entire page becomes inaccessible with a focus-trapped modal ⚙️ Flexible Settings - Configure different timer and cooldown durations for each website 📱 Clean Interface - Simple popup controls and comprehensive management page What Makes reFocus Different: Unlike other productivity extensions, reFocus is designed specifically to prevent workarounds. No stop buttons, no escape keys, no background interaction - just honest accountability for your browsing time. Perfect for: - Students fighting social media distractions - Professionals breaking news-checking habits - Anyone wanting to reduce screen time mindfully - People serious about digital wellbeing Take back control of your attention. Install reFocus and start browsing with intention, not habit.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days0+0.0%00.00
30 days−2−25.0%00.00
6 months+1+20.0%00.00
1 year+2+50.0%00.00

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.011 Aug 2025

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
11 Aug 2025
Size
53 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Extension ID
ldelcjkmkcaafmnlomkngceoialgkmoe

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 3, likelihood 2
Permissions
activeTabstoragealarmstabsscripting

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