Kanso - New Tab with Focus Timer & Ambient Sounds

Tracking since Apr 2, 2026.

Changelog

• Apr 2, 2026
  description

  Kanso transforms your Chrome new tab into a minimalist and elegant productivity space.
  
    Inspired by the Japanese concept of simplicity, Kanso helps you stay focused and organized without distractions.
  
    ✨ FREE FEATURES
  
    Clock & Greetings
    • Real-time clock (12h/24h format)
    • Personalized welcome message
    • 12 languages supported
  
    Dynamic Backgrounds
    • HD photos from Unsplash
    • Fresh image with every new tab
  
    Customizable Interface
    • Display only the sections you need
    • Font selection
    • Theme adapted to your preferences
  
    Real-Time Weather
    • Current temperature and conditions
    • Geolocation with your permission only
  
    Task Management
    • Simple and intuitive todo list
    • Weekly routine mode
  
    Pomodoro Timer
    • Preset durations: 5, 15, 25, 45, 60 min
    • Sound notifications
  
    Ambient Sounds (3 free)
    • Rain, Forest, Campfire
  
    Site Blocking
    • 27 pre-configured distracting sites
  
    Quick Search
    • Integrated search bar
  
    ⭐ GO PREMIUM
  
    • 19 additional ambient sounds
    • Multi-sound mixer with individual volumes
    • Unlimited quick links
    • Custom timer (1-120 min)
    • Exclusive gradient backgrounds
    • Custom sites to block
    • Scheduled blocking by time
    • Cloud sync across devices
  
    Your data stays private - no tracking

  Kanso transforms your Chrome new tab into a minimalist and elegant productivity space.
  
  Inspired by the Japanese concept of simplicity, Kanso helps you stay focused and organized without distractions.
  
  ✨ FREE FEATURES
  
    Clock & Greetings
    • Real-time clock (12h/24h format)
    • Personalized welcome message
    • 12 languages supported
  
    Dynamic Backgrounds
    • HD photos from Unsplash
    • Fresh image with every new tab
  
    Customizable Interface
    • Display only the sections you need
    • Font selection
    • Theme adapted to your preferences
  
    Real-Time Weather
    • Current temperature and conditions
    • Geolocation with your permission only
  
    Task Management
    • Simple and intuitive todo list
    • Weekly routine mode
  
    Pomodoro Timer
    • Preset durations: 5, 15, 25, 45, 60 min
    • Sound notifications
  
    Ambient Sounds (3 free)
    • Rain, Forest, Campfire
  
    Site Blocking
    • 27 pre-configured distracting sites
  
    Quick Search
    • Integrated search bar
  
  ⭐ GO PREMIUM
  
    • 19 additional ambient sounds
    • Multi-sound mixer with individual volumes
    • Unlimited quick links
    • Custom timer (1-120 min)
    • Exclusive gradient backgrounds
    • Custom sites to block
    • Scheduled blocking by time
    • Cloud sync across devices
  
  Your data stays private - no tracking

• Apr 2, 2026
  short_description

  Minimalist new tab with dynamic backgrounds, todo list, focus mode and ambient sounds for productivity

  Transform your new tab into a calm workspace with focus timer, 23 ambient sounds, todos & site blocker. No ads, no tracking.

• Apr 2, 2026
  name

  Kanso: Minimalist New Tab

  Kanso - New Tab with Focus Timer & Ambient Sounds

Permissions & access

Permissions

storagegeolocationsearchwebNavigationidentity

Host access

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