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QuietHours – Site blocker that syncs with Google Calendar focus events

QuietHours – Site blocker that syncs with Google Calendar focus events

by ktg0215·May 6, 2026·1 point·1 comment
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AI Analysis

●MidSolve My Problem

Auto-blocks sites during calendar focus events, but the overlay is easily dismissible.

Strengths
  • •Syncs directly with Google Calendar to eliminate manual timer scheduling friction.
  • •Local storage ensures focus schedules and history never leave the user's browser.
Weaknesses
  • •Visual overlay instead of hard blocking relies on willpower to stay focused.
  • •Paid subscription required for unlimited rules puts it behind free competitors.
Category
Productivity
Target Audience

Knowledge workers managing deep work schedules

Similar To

Freedom · Cold Turkey · StayFocusd

Post Description

Most site blockers require you to manually start a focus session. QuietHours reads your Google Calendar and automatically blocks distracting sites during events you've tagged as focus time—no manual scheduling needed.

When a focus event starts, the block list activates. When it ends, everything unlocks. You can also override temporarily if you have a legitimate reason to visit a blocked site.

Free: 3 events/day, 10 blocked sites. Pro ($5/mo): unlimited events and sites, plus weekly focus stats.

Built with WXT + React. Pending Chrome Web Store review.

*URL*: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/okdmecodmihlgbkeacm...

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