Paws It: Meow-indful Browsing

Break impulsive browsing habits. Pause adds a 10-second breathing space or an intent-check before you open distracting websites.

Latest updates in v1.2.1 (February 2026) Added - Usage streak heatmap Latest updates in v1.1.0 (February 2026) Fixed - Resolved an issue where sessions did not expire correctly. Unlocked sites now relock as expected based on the selected focus duration. Added - Automatic session expiration for blocked domains. - Configurable focus window options in popup settings: 10, 15, or 30 minutes. - Friction History V2 with per-domain check-in tracking and shared normalization across common subdomains. - Quick intent suggestion chips for Facebook, YouTube, plus a smart fallback set. - Passive outcome reminders after unlock using background alarms and actionable notifications. - History retention controls with automatic pruning: 7, 30, or 90 days. - Inline edit and delete actions for individual check-in entries. - Clear-all history action when entries exist. Changed - Session relock and reminder timing now align with the selected focus window instead of a fixed duration. - Popup header updated with a compact segmented Intent and Breathe switch for better mode visibility. - History view now shows the latest 5 entries by default, with View all and Show less toggle. - Timestamps now display both relative and exact time in each history row. Do you ever find yourself on Reddit, YouTube, or X without even remembering how you got there? For the ADHD brain, the path from "one quick question" to a two-hour rabbit hole is often instantaneous. This is called impulsive browsing, and it happens because the "automatic" part of your brain moves faster than your "intentional" part. "Paws It" is a cognitive speed bump designed to give your prefrontal cortex time to wake up. How It Works Instead of a harsh "Site Blocked" page that triggers frustration, "Paws It" introduces Mindful Friction. When you navigate to a site on your blacklist, you are redirected to a calm, minimalist gate that requires one of two actions: ▪️ The Intent Check: You must type out exactly why you are visiting the site (e.g., "I need to check the documentation for React"). Once you hit the character limit, the "Unlock" button enables. ▪️ The Breathing Space: A 10-second guided breathing animation. This breaks the hit of dopamine you expect from the distracting site and lowers your heart rate. Key Features ▪️ Custom Blacklist: You choose the sites that trigger your "autopilot" habits. ▪️ Focus Guard: If you switch tabs during the breathing exercise, the timer pauses—preventing you from simply waiting it out in another tab. ▪️ Timed Access: Once you clear the "Gate," the site is unlocked for a set period (e.g., 15 minutes). When the time is up, the gate closes again. ▪️ Privacy Focused: Extensions runs locally on your browser. We don't track your data or sell your browsing history. Why Friction instead of Blocking? Traditional site blockers are easy to bypass or turn off in a moment of frustration. "Paws It" doesn't tell you "No"—it just asks you "Are you sure?" By adding just 10 seconds of effort, you filter out 90% of your impulsive visits while still allowing you to access the tools you actually need for work. Reclaim your focus. Build a better relationship with your browser. Install "Paws It" today.