This Browser Extension Will Block Social Media to Improve Your Focus
Alyson Wyers — November 27, 2015 — Tech
References: stayfocusd & techcrunch
Ideal for curbing online distractions, this app for students will block social media for a prescribed amount of time. StayFocusd is a Google Chrome extension by Transfusion Media that enhances productivity by limiting the time you spent on time-wasting websites. You can also use nuclear mode to block websites outright once you get into the flow.
In addition to helping students who might be studying for exams or working on papers, StayFocusd will also come in handy for people who work from home or find themselves easily distracted during work. Whether you need to block social media sites or other corners of the Internet you often find yourself spending a considerable amount of time procrastinating, this add-on will come in extremely handy and make a big difference in terms of working efficiently.
In addition to helping students who might be studying for exams or working on papers, StayFocusd will also come in handy for people who work from home or find themselves easily distracted during work. Whether you need to block social media sites or other corners of the Internet you often find yourself spending a considerable amount of time procrastinating, this add-on will come in extremely handy and make a big difference in terms of working efficiently.
Trend Themes
1. Distraction-curbing Apps - The rise of apps that help prevent online distractions, especially for students and remote workers.
2. Productivity-enhancing Browser Extensions - Emerging tools and software that help individuals limit their time on time-wasting websites and increase their productivity.
3. Nuclear Mode Blocking - A new feature that blocks websites outright to help people maintain their focus and avoid online distractions while working or studying.
Industry Implications
1. Edtech - Companies in the education technology industry can develop more comprehensive website-blocker apps for students to enhance concentration and learning outcomes.
2. Productivity Software - Companies that create productivity software can integrate distraction-curbing features into their existing tools for remote workers and office employees.
3. Online Advertising - The increasing popularity of website blockers and distraction-curbing apps can disrupt the online advertising industry, as ads on time-wasting websites will be less visible to potential customers.
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