SelfControl -- The Linux port Alternatives

SelfControl -- The Linux port is described as 'Linux port of the Mac OS X application SelfControl . Uses Perl/Gtk2 + iptables. Provides basic timed blocking of specified hosts' and is an app in the network & admin category. There are more than 50 alternatives to SelfControl -- The Linux port for a variety of platforms, including Android, Mac, Windows, iPhone and Google Chrome apps. The best SelfControl -- The Linux port alternative is Mindful : Focus & Screen Time, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like SelfControl -- The Linux port are LeechBlock, DigiPaws, Cold Turkey and ClearSpace.

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  1. Mindful : Focus & Screen Time icon

    Mindful : Focus & Screen Time

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    Mindful is a free and open-source app designed to help you regain control over your digital habits, improve your focus, and boost productivity. Whether you're battling social media addiction, struggling to stay focused, or simply looking for a way to better manage your...

    88 Mindful : Focus & Screen Time alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Android
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    • Mindful : Focus & Screen Time is the most popular Android alternative to SelfControl -- The Linux port.

    • Mindful : Focus & Screen Time is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to SelfControl -- The Linux port.

    • Mindful : Focus & Screen Time is Free and Open SourceSelfControl -- The Linux port is also Free and Open Source
    • Mindful : Focus & Screen Time is Privacy focused and LightweightSelfControl -- The Linux port is not according to our users
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    LeechBlock

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    LeechBlock is a simple free productivity tool designed to block those time-wasting sites that can suck the life out of your working day. All you need to do is specify which sites to block and when to block them.

    99 LeechBlock alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Easy set up, and most distractions (for me anyway) are online so it has good coverage

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • LeechBlock is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to SelfControl -- The Linux port.

    • LeechBlock is Free and Open SourceSelfControl -- The Linux port is also Free and Open Source
    • LeechBlock is Customizable and Privacy focusedSelfControl -- The Linux port is not according to our users
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    Cold Turkey

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    Boost productivity by blocking websites, games, and applications with Cold Turkey. Once locked, blocks are hard to bypass. Install on Windows, macOS with browser extensions for multiple browsers. One-time purchase includes lifetime updates, ensuring privacy with locally stored data.

    99 Cold Turkey alternatives

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    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    ClearSpace

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    Empowers users to control screen time by blocking apps, minimizing impulsive phone use, and aligning digital habits with health and wellbeing objectives. Features include limiting app usage, scheduling focus time, screen time accountability, and improving attention and mental health.

    88 ClearSpace alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
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    • ClearSpace is the most popular iPhone alternative to SelfControl -- The Linux port.

    • ClearSpace is Freemium and ProprietarySelfControl -- The Linux port is Free and Open Source
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    Focus Firewall

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    Focus Firewall makes distracting websites and apps seem offline, helping you focus on what you opened your Mac for. You can check social media later.

    59 Focus Firewall alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Focus Firewall is the most popular commercial alternative to SelfControl -- The Linux port.

    • Focus Firewall is Paid and ProprietarySelfControl -- The Linux port is Free and Open Source
    • Focus Firewall is Lightweight and Privacy focusedSelfControl -- The Linux port is not according to our users
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    DigitalZen

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    Empower your digital habits with app/site blocking, Focus Time whitelisting, and Monk Mode detox. Supports Linux, screen time scheduling, and offers unique strategies for breaks, night restrictions, and balanced digital living. Embrace efficient device interaction on your terms.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    • DigitalZen is the most popular Web-based alternative to SelfControl -- The Linux port.

    • DigitalZen is Freemium and ProprietarySelfControl -- The Linux port is Free and Open Source
    • DigitalZen is Privacy focused, Customizable and LightweightSelfControl -- The Linux port is not according to our users
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    ScrollGuard

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    Block Reels & Shorts on Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, YouTube. Set scrolling limits on any app with antiscroll mode. No ads, No reels, No shorts, No distractions.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    • ScrollGuard is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to SelfControl -- The Linux port.

    • ScrollGuard is Freemium and ProprietarySelfControl -- The Linux port is Free and Open Source
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    SelfControl

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    SelfControl is a free and open-source application for Mac OS X that lets you block your own access to distracting websites, your mail servers, or anything else on the Internet. Just set a period of time to block for, add sites to your blacklist, and click "Start.

    88 SelfControl alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
     
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    Atten

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    Take back control of your time with the most effective app & website blocker for iPhone and Mac. Join thousands who have blocked distractions, boosted productivity, and created a more focused, balanced life.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Mac
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    • Atten is the most popular iPad alternative to SelfControl -- The Linux port.

    • Atten is Freemium and ProprietarySelfControl -- The Linux port is Free and Open Source
    • Atten is LightweightSelfControl -- The Linux port is not according to our users
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    Forest

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    Stay focused and avoid phone distractions by growing virtual trees that represent completed focus sessions. Track progress with an interactive forest, share achievements with friends, set custom session lengths, review detailed history, and use a whitelist to avoid penalties.

    109 Forest alternatives

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    • Freemium (Pay once)
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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