Usage Limits & Time Management
Take control of your screen time with intelligent usage limits. Set daily or weekly time limits for any website and watch your browsing habits transform automatically.
Smart Time Control Features
Daily & Weekly Time Limits
Set precise time limits for any website - from social media to entertainment platforms. Choose daily limits to control each day's usage, or weekly limits for more flexible scheduling. Perfect for breaking social media addiction while still allowing moderate use.
- Set limits from 5 minutes to unlimited hours
- Different limits for different websites
- Daily limits reset at midnight automatically
- Weekly limits reset every Monday morning
Automatic Blocking When Limits Exceeded
Once you reach your time limit, the website is automatically blocked for the rest of the period. No willpower needed - the extension enforces your limits automatically. This creates accountability and helps you stick to your digital wellness goals.
- Instant blocking when time runs out
- Custom block page shows time limit info
- Can't bypass without password (if enabled)
- Clear visibility into remaining time
Real-Time Usage Tracking
Monitor your time spent on each website in real-time. See exactly how many minutes you've used today and how much time remains. The visual feedback helps you make conscious decisions about your browsing and encourages mindful internet use.
- Live countdown of remaining time
- Tracks only active browsing (not idle time)
- Visual warnings when approaching limits
- Detailed breakdown by website
Smart Reset System
Daily limits reset at midnight in your local timezone, giving you a fresh start each day. Weekly limits reset every Monday at 12:00 AM. The automatic reset system means you never have to manually manage your limits - it just works.
- Automatic daily resets at midnight
- Weekly limits reset on Mondays
- Timezone-aware for accurate resets
- No manual intervention needed
Real-World Use Cases
📱 Social Media Moderation
Allow yourself 30 minutes of social media per day. Check Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter during lunch or breaks, but prevent endless scrolling. Reclaim hours of your day while still staying connected with friends and trends.
🎮 Gaming Balance
Set a 2-hour daily limit for gaming websites. Enjoy your favorite games without letting them consume your entire day. Perfect for students who need to balance gaming with homework, or adults maintaining work-life balance.
📺 Streaming Control
Limit YouTube, Netflix, or Twitch to 1 hour per day. Watch your favorite content without falling into the autoplay trap. The time limit helps you be intentional about entertainment and prevents binge-watching sessions.
📰 News Consumption
Set a 20-minute daily limit for news websites. Stay informed without getting trapped in the negative news cycle. Healthy news consumption improves mental health while keeping you aware of important events.
🛒 Shopping Restraint
Limit time on shopping websites to prevent impulse purchases. Allow yourself 30 minutes per week to browse Amazon, eBay, or other e-commerce sites. Save money by reducing browsing time that leads to unnecessary purchases.
👨👩👧 Screen Time for Kids
Set age-appropriate time limits for children's internet use. Allow 1 hour of YouTube or gaming sites per day. Combined with password protection, you can enforce healthy screen time limits even when you're not supervising.
How to Set Time Limits
Open Website Blocker settings and navigate to "Usage Limits"
Add the website URL you want to limit (e.g., facebook.com)
Set your desired time limit and choose daily or weekly period
Browse normally - the extension tracks and enforces limits automatically!
Benefits of Time Limits
Build Healthy Habits
Gradually reduce screen time and build sustainable browsing habits that last.
Find Balance
Enjoy entertainment and social media without letting them dominate your life.
Increase Awareness
See exactly how much time you spend on each site and make informed decisions.
Automatic Enforcement
No willpower needed - limits are enforced automatically for consistent results.
Take Control of Your Screen Time
Set healthy boundaries for your internet use. Install Website Blocker and start managing your time effectively with intelligent usage limits.