SelfControl Alternatives for Windows

SelfControl is not available for Windows but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Windows with similar functionality. The best Windows alternative is Cold Turkey, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to SelfControl and 17 are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to SelfControl are FocusMe, DigitalZen, Freedom and Plucky.

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SelfControl alternatives are mainly Internet Filters, but if you're looking for Anti Procrastination Tools or Pomodoro Timers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows + Free. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to 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...

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SelfControl alternatives page was last updated Aug 27, 2024
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  1. Cold Turkey icon

    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.

    86 Cold Turkey alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Top Cold Turkey Features

    1.  Block apps
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Anti Procrastination
    4.  Application Blocker
    5.  Stay Focused
    6.  No Subscription
    7.  Pomodoro Timer
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Block Facebook
    11.  Block youtube
    12.  Block Distraction

    Cold Turkey VS SelfControl

     
    Comments about Cold Turkey as an Alternative to SelfControl
    Guest
    Positive •Aug 24, 2017
    0

    because it is good for windows

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    • Most users think Cold Turkey is a great SelfControl alternative.

    • Cold Turkey is the most popular Windows & Mac alternative to SelfControl.

    • Cold Turkey is the most popular free alternative to SelfControl.

    • Cold Turkey is Freemium and ProprietarySelfControl is Free and Open Source
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    FocusMe

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    Block distractions on Windows, Mac, and Android with FocusMe's Blacklist, Whitelist, Time Tracker, Scheduler, Pomodoro Timer, and security features like Password Protection and Forced Mode to boost productivity by customizing user feedback-based settings.

    80 FocusMe alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Focus Plans

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Website blocking
    2.  Block Distraction
    3.  Pomodoro Timer
    4.  Stay Focused

    FocusMe VS SelfControl

     
    Comments about FocusMe as an Alternative to SelfControl
    Guest
    Negative •Jul 19, 2017
    -6

    Can be easily disabled. New update, I have been told by the developer, could change that though. (July 2017)

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    • Most users think FocusMe is a great SelfControl alternative.

    • FocusMe is the most popular SaaS alternative to SelfControl.

    • FocusMe is the most popular commercial alternative to SelfControl.

    • FocusMe is Paid and ProprietarySelfControl is Free and Open Source
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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.

    65 DigitalZen alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Block apps and websites on Linux,Mac and windows

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Anti Procrastination
    2.  Stay Focused
    3.  Website blocking
    4.  Pomodoro Timer
    5.  Block apps
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Application Blocker
    8.  Block Facebook
    9.  Parental Control
    10.  Browser extension
    11.  Block Distraction
    12.  Scheduling

    DigitalZen VS SelfControl

     

    • Almost everyone thinks DigitalZen is a great SelfControl alternative.

    • DigitalZen is the most popular Linux alternative to SelfControl.

    • DigitalZen is Freemium and ProprietarySelfControl is Free and Open Source
    • DigitalZen is Privacy focused and CustomizableSelfControl is not according to our users
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    Freedom

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    Be incredibly focused and productive. Join millions of amazing people who use Freedom to manage their screen time and live happier, healthier, and more productive lives.

    95 Freedom alternatives

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    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CA flagCanada

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Freedom screenshot 1

    Freedom Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Stay Focused

    Freedom VS SelfControl

     
    Comments about Freedom as an Alternative to SelfControl
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    Positive •Apr 10, 2018
    0

    Really love it. Only thing they need to add is a whitelist feature.

    Guest
    Negative •Jan 11, 2021
    -1

    When you ask for alternatives for Windows, you dont wanna hear some apple stuff

    Guest
    Negative •Aug 27, 2015
    -18

    SelfControl is for Windows, Freedom is not.

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    • Some users think Freedom is a great SelfControl alternative, some don't.

    • Freedom is the most popular iPad & Android Tablet alternative to SelfControl.

    • Freedom is Paid and ProprietarySelfControl is Free and Open Source
  7. Plucky icon

    Plucky

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    Pluckeye is a filter that bolsters self-control on the Internet.

    59 Plucky alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    Plucky screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Anti Porn
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Time Scheduling
    4.  Anti Procrastination
    5.  Web filter
    6.  Application Blocker
    7.  Website Monitoring
    8.  Password protection

    Plucky VS SelfControl

     
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    BrowseControl

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    BrowseControl is an agent-based web filter that blocks websites based on URLs and categories. Internet use quotas can be set based on schedules and timers. Includes a port filter and Windows application blocker.

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CA flagCanada

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Self-Hosted
    Central management console makes controlling employee internet access for your entire business as easy as a few clicks.

    BrowseControl Features

    1.  URL Filtering
    2.  Category Filters
    3.  Application Blocker
    4.  Website filtering
    5.  Website blocking
    6.  Application whitelisting
    7.  Categories
    8.  Web filter
    9.  Access Control
    10.  Content Filtering

    BrowseControl VS SelfControl

     

    • Most users think BrowseControl is a great SelfControl alternative.

    • BrowseControl is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to SelfControl.

    • BrowseControl is Paid and ProprietarySelfControl is Free and Open Source
  10. Motion AI Scheduling icon

    Motion AI Scheduling

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    Motion is a digital tool that uses artificial intelligence to optimize your daily planning. It integrates with your calendars, tasks, and projects to create an efficient schedule for you and your team. The AI technology automates the planning process, potentially saving you over...

    97 Motion AI Scheduling alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
    Motion AI Scheduling screenshot 1

    Motion AI Scheduling Features

    1.  Calendar Integration
    2. Google Calendar icon  Sync with Google Calendar
    3.  Kanban Board
    4.  Reminders
    5.  Stay Focused
    6.  AI-Powered

    Motion AI Scheduling VS SelfControl

     
  11. Twert icon

    Twert

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    Toggleable Websites & Executeables Restrictions and Tracking.

    54 Twert alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    Twert screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  No registration required

    Twert VS SelfControl

     
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    Wisdom Tree

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    Wisdom Tree is a tui concentration app. Inspired by the wisdom tree in Plants vs. Zombies which gives in-game tips when it grows, Wisdom Tree gives you real life tips when it grows. How can you grow the tree? by concentrating!

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Wisdom Tree screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Command line interface
    2.  Pomodoro Timer
    3.  Tui

    Wisdom Tree VS SelfControl

     
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    Time Companion

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    This extension will call you to order on a recurring basis using 4 different modes adapted to you, so that you does not lose sight of the essential goals of your life.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Chrome OS
    • Google Chrome
    • Opera
    • Chromium
    Time Companion screenshot 1

    Time Companion Features

    1.  Block Distraction
    2.  Browser extension
    3.  Website blocking
    4.  Browser-based
    5.  Browser integration

    Time Companion VS SelfControl

     
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