Block Websites For You

Block distracting websites, stay focused, and boost productivity with password protection, schedules, and custom blocked pages.

After installing Block Websites For You from the Chrome Web Store, open the extension and click Options/Settings to access your dashboard. The interface is organized into clear sections: Main 🚫 Block List – Add specific websites to block. 🔍 Keywords – Block pages containing certain words in the URL. ↪️ Redirect – Send yourself to a productive site instead of a blocked one. Control 📅 Schedule – Choose when blocking is active. 🎯 Focus Mode – Start timed distraction-free sessions. Protection & Misc 🔐 Password – Prevent impulsive changes. 🎨 Appearance – Customize your blocked message. 📦 Import / Export – Backup or transfer settings. 📊 Statistics – Track blocked attempts and usage data. This sidebar is your command center. Each section adds another layer of control. Mastering the Block List The Block List is the core of the extension. Adding a Website Enter a domain (e.g., facebook.com) and click Add Site. The site appears instantly in your blocked grid. Wildcards and Subdomains To block all subdomains: Add *.reddit.com, or Enable Block Subdomains Automatically. This ensures old.reddit.com, new.reddit.com, and other subdomains are blocked automatically. Regex (Advanced) For precise control, use regular expressions: /\/celebrity-name\// This blocks any URL containing /celebrity-name/ without blocking the entire site. Reverse Mode (Allowlist) Turn on Reverse Mode to flip the logic: Everything is blocked by default. Only listed sites are allowed. This is ideal for focused study sessions, strict work environments, or creating a curated browsing experience for children. Intelligent Blocking with Keywords Instead of blocking entire websites, you can block specific URL patterns. For example, adding gambling will block any page containing that word in its URL. Use cases include: Avoiding /sports/ or /entertainment/ sections on news sites. Blocking /feed/ on social platforms. Filtering out triggering content. Adding extra safety for children. Keywords provide granular control over the type of content you see. Scheduling Your Focus Not every site needs to be blocked all the time. Enable Schedule, choose your start and end times, select active days, and save. For example: Block distractions from 9:00–17:00 on weekdays. Restrict gaming during homework hours. Limit social media late at night. Scheduling makes blocking flexible and sustainable. Focus Mode (Pomodoro Inspired) Focus Mode helps you concentrate in short, intense bursts. Choose a duration (25 minutes, 45 minutes, 1 hour, etc.) and click Start Session. A countdown begins, and blocking is enforced until time runs out. Inspired by the Pomodoro Technique, this method: Breaks work into manageable chunks. Reduces overwhelm. Creates urgency. Boosts productivity. Focus Mode is perfect when you need immediate, distraction-free momentum. Redirect Distractions into Productivity Instead of displaying a blocked page, you can redirect yourself to a productive website. Enable Redirect, enter a URL (such as your to-do list or calendar), and save. Good redirect ideas: Task management tools Google Calendar A motivational page A calming website A custom goal reminder page Each blocked attempt becomes a gentle push back toward your priorities. Password Protection The password feature adds accountability. It prevents impulsive disabling, adds friction during moments of weakness, and protects settings in shared environments. To set it up: Enable password protection. Create and confirm your password. Save. To change or remove it, you must enter your current password. It’s not about making the extension impossible to bypass—it’s about strengthening your commitment to focus. Import, Export, and Bulk Setup Export your settings to a JSON file to create a full backup. This is useful if you reinstall your browser or move to a new computer. Importing is just as simple—either paste the JSON data or upload the file. You can also use Bulk Add Sites to paste multiple domains (one per line) and add them all at once, saving setup time. Statistics and Progress Tracking The Statistics page shows: Total sites blocked Active keywords Number of block attempts High block attempts aren’t failure—they’re success. Each attempt represents a distraction avoided. You can reset statistics at any time to track new productivity goals. Customization and Personal Touch Customize your blocked page message to make it meaningful: “Stay focused.” “Remember your goals.” “Not today.” Small personalization can reinforce motivation and strengthen habits. The extension is designed to evolve, with potential future enhancements such as multiple schedule profiles, deeper analytics, and cloud syncing. Conclusion: Reclaim Your Attention We live in an age of constant digital distraction. Fighting it without tools is exhausting. Block Websites For You gives you: Clear boundaries Smart scheduling Timed focus sessions Content filtering Redirect-based habit correction Password accountability Data-driven insights It doesn’t remove the internet—it gives you control over it. Install it. Build your block list. Activate your schedule. Start a focus session. Your most important work deserves your full attention. FAQ Is it free? Core features are available for free (check the current listing for details). Does it slow down Chrome? No. It’s lightweight and runs locally. Can it block parts of a page like comments? It blocks by URL pattern. For element-level blocking, combine it with a content-filter extension. What if I forget my password? You’ll need to uninstall and reinstall the extension. Export backups beforehand to preserve settings. Can I use it outside Chrome? It works on Chrome and most Chromium-based browsers. Why are my block attempts high? That’s a good sign. It means the extension is actively preventing distractions. Attention is your most valuable asset. Protect it.