Window Seat - Website Blocker & Focus Dashboard

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Window Seat - Your Digital Window Seat for Deep Work

Transform your browser into a peaceful productivity sanctuary. Block distracting websites, lock into focus mode, and enhance your concentration with 40Hz gamma audio—all wrapped in a cozy, warm interface that makes deep work feel effortless.

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✨ WHAT MAKES WINDOW SEAT DIFFERENT?

Most productivity tools feel cold and clinical. Window Seat is different. We've created a warm, inviting environment where focusing feels natural—not forced. It's like sitting by a window in your favorite coffee shop, completely absorbed in your work while the world goes by outside.

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🎯 CORE FEATURES

🪟 Cozy Study Dashboard
Beautiful animated window view with warm colors and gentle animations that create a naturally calming focus environment.

⏱️ Real-Time Focus Timer
Track your focus sessions with a clean countdown timer. Watch your progress and see exactly how much focused time you've invested.

🚫 Smart Website Blocker
Block distracting websites during focus sessions. Pre-loaded with common distractions (Facebook, Reddit, YouTube), fully customizable to your needs. Blocked sites redirect you back to your focus dashboard.

🔐 Shame Phrase Protection
Want to quit early? You'll need to type: "I am choosing distraction over my goals." This intentional friction gives you a moment to reconsider impulsive decisions and stay committed.

🎵 40Hz Gamma Focus Audio
Backed by neuroscience research, our built-in 40Hz binaural audio enhances concentration and cognitive performance. The gamma frequency (40Hz) is associated with heightened alertness and improved focus. Toggle on/off based on your preference.

🔄 Optional New Tab Replacement
Transform every new tab into a reminder to stay focused. Enable this optional feature to replace Chrome's default new tab with your cozy focus dashboard.

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🚀 HOW IT WORKS

1. Set Your Duration - Choose your focus session length (5 minutes to 3 hours)
2. Customize Your Blocklist - Add the websites that distract YOU
3. Lock In - Click "Lock In" to start blocking sites and tracking time
4. Get to Work - All blocked websites become inaccessible until your session ends
5. Stay Committed - To quit early, type the shame phrase (or just wait it out!)

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🔒 PRIVACY FIRST

Your data never leaves your device. Period.

Window Seat stores everything locally using Chrome's storage API. No analytics, no tracking, no data collection, no third-party services. 

What we store locally:
• Your custom blocklist
• Focus session state
• User preferences (audio, new tab settings)

That's it. Nothing more.

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🧠 THE SCIENCE BEHIND 40HZ AUDIO

Research shows gamma frequency brainwaves (around 40Hz) are associated with:
• Enhanced focus and concentration
• Improved cognitive performance  
• Better memory formation
• Heightened sensory perception

Our extension generates pure 40Hz binaural beats you can listen to during focus sessions. Many users report feeling more alert and focused with the audio feature.

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👥 PERFECT FOR

✅ Students preparing for exams or working on assignments  
✅ Remote workers minimizing home distractions  
✅ Freelancers managing their own productivity  
✅ Writers seeking uninterrupted creative flow  
✅ Developers tackling complex coding problems  
✅ Anyone struggling with digital distractions

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🔧 PERMISSIONS EXPLAINED

We only request permissions necessary for Window Seat to function:

• storage - Saves your settings and blocklist locally on your device
• declarativeNetRequest - Blocks websites efficiently during focus sessions
• alarms - Manages focus session timers
• tabs - Optional new tab replacement feature
• <all_urls> - Required to redirect blocked websites to your dashboard

All permissions are used solely for core functionality. Your privacy is respected.

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💡 PRO TIPS

Start Small - Begin with 25-30 minute sessions and build your focus muscle gradually.

Be Honest - Add the sites YOU actually waste time on, not just the obvious ones.

Try the Audio - Give 40Hz audio a few sessions to see if it helps your concentration.

Respect the Phrase - When tempted to type the shame phrase, pause and ask if you really want to break your focus.

Build Routine - Use Window Seat at the same time each day to develop consistent focus habits.

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🛠️ BUILT WITH MODERN TECH

• React 18 + TypeScript for robust, type-safe code
• Framer Motion for smooth, delightful animations
• Tailwind CSS for beautiful, responsive design
• Chrome Extension Manifest V3 (latest standard)

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🌟 JOIN THE FOCUSED COMMUNITY

Your digital window seat awaits. Install Window Seat today and transform your browser into a sanctuary for focused, meaningful work.

Because the best work happens when you're in the right environment.

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Need help? Check our support resources or reach out through the Chrome Web Store reviews.

Privacy Policy: All data stored locally. Full privacy policy available on our website.