PauseWell

Block distracting websites and be more productive

As of June 2026, PauseWell has 3 users in the Well Being category.

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Version
1.0.2
Manifest V3
90-day change · In the last 90 days this extension 1 version update.

History

7 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 9, 2026.

4.242.50.7599999999999998Apr 9, 2026Jun 9, 2026
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DateUsersRatingReviewsVersion
Apr 9, 202611.0
Apr 19, 202621.0
May 9, 202631.0
May 14, 202641.0
May 20, 202641.0.2
May 27, 20261.0.2
Jun 9, 202641.0.2
Now31.0.2

Permissions & access

Permissions
storagedeclarativeNetRequesttabswebNavigation
Host access
<all_urls>, http://localhost:3001/*, https://pausewell-app-ivxo8.ondigitalocean.app/*, https://pause-well-webapp.vercel.app/*

Screenshots

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About

Overview
🌟 Redefine Your Relationship with the Web
Most website blockers are rigid—they block sites entirely without considering your needs or emotional state. This often leads to frustration and abandonment.  
PauseWell is different. It is built for a structured yet humane vision of digital control. Instead of punishing distraction, PauseWell reinforces alignment by helping you reconnect with what truly matters to you.  

✨ Key Features
🧘‍♂️ The Mindful Pause (Breathing Countdown) When you attempt to access a blocked site, PauseWell doesn't just shut the door. It introduces a 5-second “breathing countdown”. This short transition gives you a vital moment to breathe and reaffirm your intention before proceeding.  
🔑 Intentional Access via Whitelist Keywords Need YouTube for "Spanish Homework" but want to avoid the homepage vortex? Define specific keyword rules. Access is granted only when it aligns with your purposeful goals.  
💬 Personalized Reflective Messaging During setup, you define your personal focus areas (e.g., “I want more time for creative work”). When a block is triggered, PauseWell shows you these original motivations to help you realign without guilt.  
🛡️ Gentle Contextual Alerts If you drift away from your whitelisted purpose while on a site, PauseWell detects the change and provides a confirmation dialog to help you stay mindful of your time.  

🛠️ How It Works
Identify Distractions: Add sites that usually "steal" your time to your block list.  
Set Intentions: Add whitelist keywords for specific, purposeful tasks.  
Define Your 'Why': Tell PauseWell what you want to do with your saved time.  
Pause and Reflect: The next time you visit a blocked site, breathe through the 5-second pause and choose your next move with clarity.  

🎯 Who is it for?
Students: For focused, purposeful learning without the pull of algorithmic traps.  
Young Professionals: Seeking to reclaim control of their online time and reduce digital fatigue.  
Mindfulness Seekers: Anyone wanting to turn mindless habits into conscious choices.  

Privacy & Safety
Your focus is private. PauseWell is built with a commitment to digital self-trust.  
No Data Selling: Your browsing habits are never sold to third parties.  
No Tracking for Ads: We do not use your data for advertising or creditworthiness purposes.  
Transparency: We only collect the minimum data necessary to sync your settings and provide the core service.

Technical

Version
1.0.2
Manifest
V3
Size
139MiB
Min Chrome
88
Languages
1
Featured
No

Metadata

ID
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Developer ID
ue9c8808db3b4f327424a49faa90316a5
Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
Dec 11, 2025
Last Updated (Store)
May 13, 2026
Last Scraped
Jun 9, 2026
Website
Support URL

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