WEBSITE BLOCKER & FOCUS EXTENSION

Block distracting websites.
Stay focused.

Mindova is a website blocker and focus extension for Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi. Block distracting websites, set daily limits, run timed Focus Sessions, review browsing insights and use optional AI Nudges to help you return to your planned activity.

7-day free trial • No credit card required to start • Paid plan required to continue

Tested on Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi.

Mindova — Site Management

Site Management

Manage your productive and distractive websites

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  1. 1Add a distracting website
  2. 2Create a blocking rule
  3. 3Protect your planned time

PRODUCT DEMO

See how Mindova works in 40 seconds

Watch a quick demo of how Mindova helps you block distracting websites, set limits, and protect focused work or study time.

A quick look at website blocking, daily limits, and Focus Sessions.

Works with the browsers you already use

  • Google Chrome
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Brave
  • Opera
  • Vivaldi

Install Mindova through the Chrome Web Store and use it on supported Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi desktop browsers.

A website blocker built for focused browsing

Mindova helps you create clearer boundaries around distracting websites. Choose the sites that interrupt your attention, create a blocking rule and protect time for studying, working or deep focus.

Add timed sessions and contextual nudges when you want extra support returning to the task you intended to complete.

Mindova is a desktop browser extension. Native iOS and Android applications are in development.

Reduce distractions in three simple steps

Install Mindova

Add Mindova through the Chrome Web Store on a supported desktop browser, then sign in. New accounts start a 7-day free trial, no card needed.

Choose websites to block

Add the websites that repeatedly interrupt your study or work and create your blocking rule.

Protect your planned time

Activate website blocking when you need it. You can also start a timed Focus Session for a defined study, work or deep-work period.

Read the Setup Guide for the full walkthrough with current screenshots.

Tools that help you stay on task

Website Blocking

Block selected distracting websites on supported desktop browsers.

Personal Block List

Choose and manage the websites that repeatedly interrupt your attention.

Focus Sessions

Start a timed study or work session and protect the period you planned.

AI Nudges

Receive contextual reminders that encourage you to return to your planned task.

Social Media Website Blocking

Block the web versions of YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X and Reddit.

Multi-Browser Support

Use Mindova on Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi.

Per-Site Time Limits

Set a daily allowance for individual websites and control how much time they can take.

Browsing Insights

Review productive and distracting browsing activity inside the Mindova dashboard.

Protect the moments that need your attention

Studying

Reduce access to distracting websites during revision, online classes and independent study.

Working

Protect focused work from video platforms, social feeds and news sites.

Deep work

Use website blocking and timed Focus Sessions during writing, coding, research, design and other attention-heavy work.

Intentional browsing

Use Mindova as a temporary boundary around focus time, not as a promise to avoid the internet forever.

What Mindova can do today

  • Website blocking
  • Personal block lists
  • Individual Site Limits
  • Overall Distraction Limit
  • Timed Focus Sessions
  • Browsing and focus insights
  • Optional AI Nudges
  • Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi

Mindova currently blocks websites inside supported desktop browsers. It does not block native mobile applications.

Mindova extension popup showing extension status, daily distraction limit and recent browsing activityMindova extension popup showing a focus session timer

COMING SOON

Mindova mobile is coming soon

Mindova is currently available as a desktop browser extension. Native iOS and Android applications are in development and are not publicly available yet.

  • COMING SOONiOS appIn development
  • COMING SOONAndroid appIn development

Clear about permissions and your data

Website blocking and contextual nudges require certain browser permissions. The Privacy Policy explains which permissions Mindova requests, what is processed on your device, what may be synchronised with an account, and how users can request deletion of their data.

  • Which browser permissions are requested, and why each one is needed
  • What is processed on your device and what may be synchronised
  • Whether an account is required
  • How to request deletion of your data, and whether browsing information is shared

Frequently asked questions

Something not covered here? Contact the Mindova support team.

What is Mindova?

Mindova is a website blocker and focus extension for supported desktop Chromium browsers. It helps users block selected websites, set limits and protect focused work or study periods.

Is Mindova free?

New users can try Mindova free for 7 days. Continued access after the trial requires a Monthly or Annual plan. No credit card is required to start the trial.

Which browsers support Mindova?

Mindova has been tested on Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi and is installed through the Chrome Web Store.

How does website blocking work?

Add a website to your personal block list and activate the rule. While blocking is active, Mindova keeps that website out of the way in your desktop browser. You can also set a daily time allowance for a single site.

What is a Mindova Focus Session?

A Mindova Focus Session lets you choose a focused period and use website blocking during the time you set aside for studying or work.

What are AI Nudges?

AI Nudges are optional contextual reminders that can encourage a return to the activity the user planned to be doing.

Can Mindova block social media websites?

Mindova can block the web versions of supported social-media websites inside desktop browsers. It does not currently block native mobile applications.

Does Mindova have an iPhone or Android app?

Not yet. Native iOS and Android applications are currently in development.

How does Mindova handle my data?

Mindova processes the browser information required to provide its features. The Privacy Policy explains its permissions, local processing, optional synchronisation and data-deletion process.

How can I get support?

Contact the Mindova team through the support page with setup questions, product feedback or technical issues.

Make your browser easier to focus in

Block distracting websites, set limits and protect your next study, work or focus session with Mindova.

7-day free trial • No credit card required to start • Paid plan required to continue