Don't Visit - Block Sites

Name: Don't Visit - Block Sites
Rating: 3.9375 (32 reviews)
Author: https://systemcluster.me

Blocks you from accessing websites of your choice.

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Don't Visit - Block Sites is a Chrome extension designed to help you manage your browsing habits by blocking access to websites you specify. Whether you're aiming to increase productivity or maintain self-control, this tool ensures the sites you want to avoid stay inaccessible.

The extension allows complete blocking of certain sites or pages and offers an option to temporarily suspend the block for a few minutes if needed. Easily manage your blocked sites via the options page accessible from the extension icon or Chrome's extensions menu. Leveraging the webRequest API, Don't Visit ensures thorough blocking, including within browsing frames, enhancing its effectiveness compared to basic blocking methods.

Note that this extension is intended for personal productivity improvements and self-discipline, not for enforcing site restrictions on others, as it can be disabled or uninstalled at any time.

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By:

https://systemcluster.me

Users:

3,000+

Rating:

3.94

(32)

Version:

0.7 Last updated: 2019-09-30

Creation date:

2019-09-29

Risk:

Permissions:

webRequest
webRequestBlocking
activeTab
tabs
storage
*://*/*

Size:

36.47K

Email:

ch*****@systemcluster.me

URLs:

Website

Full description:

See detailed description ⏷

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 16,967 ▼ 50

Other rankings

#23245 in Workflow & Planning ▼ 55

#16 in self control keyword 32

#81 in site keyword 68 ▲ 4

#83 in website blocker keyword 59

#117 in block keyword 81 ▼ 3

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Don't Visit - Block Sites (v0.7)

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User reviews

Users generally appreciate 'Don't Visit - Block Sites' for its simplicity and effectiveness in helping them avoid distracting websites and improve productivity. However, multiple users report issues with inconsistent blocking of some sites, particularly Twitter and Facebook. The extension also opens an extra tab when blocking, which some find intrusive. Some users note it stops working after a while and lacks advanced features like scheduling. Despite its usefulness, the extension's lack of developer support and responsiveness is a drawback.

Pros

Helps users avoid distracting entertainment sites, promoting productivity.
Simple and effective for blocking sites without unnecessary permissions or complex requirements.
Reminds users to be productive instead of wasting time on blocked sites.
Works well for many users in reducing internet addiction and habit loops.
Easy to use and aids focus on work.

Cons

Does not consistently block all specified sites; some users report failure to block certain domains like Twitter or Facebook.
Opens an additional tab to inform users that the site is blocked, which some find annoying or unnecessary.
Stopped working properly for some users after a period of time, becoming inconsistent.
Lacks features like scheduling blocks, unlike alternatives such as BlockSite.
No developer responsiveness to user comments or issues noted.

Recent reviews

useful, i keep avoiding my work by clicking on the main sites i use for entertainment but this extenstion force-stops it

Ijun Espresso, 2024-03-28

Good, but need a black theme.

Fluxdeken Flux, 2024-02-17

Just the same as all other blockers - opens another tab merely to inform one that the site is blocked. If I want to block a site, I want it blocked - period. I don't another tab opened to tell me it's blocked.

Jason Potter, 2024-01-17

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Don't Visit - Block Sites requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

Don't Visit - Block Sites has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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