Freedom is the app and website blocker that syncs across Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and Chrome. Schedule focus sessions, block distractions, and reclaim time.
Features
- Cross-Device Syncing — Freedom is the only app that syncs blocking sessions across all your devices simultaneously. Start a session on your desktop and distracting apps on your mobile devices are blocked too. Available on MacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Chromebook, and Linux.
- Advanced Scheduling — Use Advanced and Recurring schedules to pre-commit to focus time. Set it and forget it—Freedom starts automatically on your schedule. Planning focused time is the most powerful way to achieve it.
- Locked Mode — Locked mode prevents you from quitting a Freedom session, giving an extra boost for your willpower. This feature keeps you on track when temptation strikes and ensures you stay committed to your focus goals.
- Custom & Preset Blocklists — Select apps and websites from preset lists or create an unlimited number of custom blocklists to target your biggest distractions. Block Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, news, games, shopping, gambling sites, and more.
- Ambient Sound for Focus — Be transported to a café, library, office, or nature with immersive ambient sounds and optimized music. Includes pomodoro sessions and exclusive tracks from Brain.fm to help you stay deep in your work.
- Website Exceptions — Block-all-except functionality allows you to block entire categories while keeping access to specific sites you need for work. This granular control ensures you stay productive without missing essential resources.
Use Cases
Professional Productivity Enhancement
Professionals and remote workers use Freedom to block distracting websites and apps during work hours, gaining an average of 2.5+ hours of focused time daily. Studies show 22% higher hourly earnings and 20% increased productivity when using Freedom. Target Audience: Remote workers, freelancers, entrepreneurs, and corporate professionals seeking to maximize work output and minimize digital distractions
ADHD & Attention Management
Users with ADHD rely on Freedom to manage compulsive phone use and information overload. The locked mode and cross-device blocking create external accountability that helps maintain focus when internal willpower isn't enough. Target Audience: Individuals with ADHD, attention difficulties, or those struggling with compulsive digital habits and information overload
Digital Detox & Sleep Improvement
Freedom helps users establish healthy boundaries by blocking internet access at set times (e.g., 9:45 PM), preventing late-night scrolling and improving sleep quality. A landmark study showed participants reversed 10 years of cognitive decline from social media use. Target Audience: People struggling with late-night screen time, poor sleep habits, social media addiction, or seeking to reduce overall screen time
Student & Learner Focus
Students use Freedom to block distracting apps and websites during study sessions, completing 27% more tasks per hour. The scheduling feature helps establish consistent study routines while ambient sounds create an optimal learning environment. Target Audience: College students, online learners, researchers, and anyone pursuing educational goals who needs to maintain focus during study sessions
Pros
- Cross-platform syncing across Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, Chromebook, and Linux—no other blocker offers this comprehensive device coverage
- Science-backed results with multiple studies showing 22% higher earnings, 20% more productivity, and 27% more tasks completed per hour
- Privacy-focused design that doesn't track personal user activity, streaks, points, or leaderboards—pure focus without creating digital dependency
- Flexible blocking options from specific apps/websites to entire internet, with custom blocklists and website exceptions for granular control
- Affordable pricing at $39.99/year (equivalent to one coffee per month) with a free tier available to get started
Cons
- Premium features require a paid subscription ($39.99/year), and the free version has limited functionality
- Requires installation on multiple devices to achieve full cross-platform blocking benefit, which may be inconvenient for some users
- Locked mode can be too restrictive if urgent access to blocked content is needed during a session
- Effectiveness depends on user commitment—Freedom provides the tool but building consistent habits still requires personal discipline
