With Scheduled Blocks, you can setup Otto to block websites during chosen hours.
This feature does not require the timer to be running.
Adding Websites to the Scheduled Block List
- Open Otto Chrome Extension:
- Click on the Otto extension icon to open the main menu.
- Access the Blocking Section:
- Click on the block icon (the 3rd button in the navigation bar).
- Ensure that the "Schedule Block" tab is selected.
- Click on "Create and manage", this will take you to a page.
- In the Schedule Block page, click the add+ button
- You can enter a custom URL or pick from a list of most common websites
- Set up a schedule
- By default, the websites will be blocked 10 AM to 3PM, Mon- Fri.
- You can customize that by adding multiple start and end blocks.
- Then save.
How to disable a rule?
On the scheduled block page, where the blocked websites are listed. Just click on the switch button and disable it.
Advanced Blocking Options (Coming Soon)
We're working on making the blocking feature a bit more flexible, so that you may be able to only block home pages or specifc URLs, or mix and match URLs with (/help/autoblock).
How Website Blocking Works With the Game Mechanics
With the new game mechanic, the old punishment system (losing health) is gone.
It’s now gentler and more mindful.
When your mind wanders into a blocked website:
- You won’t be punished
- Instead, your relationship with Otto grows a tiny bit
- It grows slower than during focus sessions, but it still grows
It’s more forgiving and designed to help you notice your habits without shame.
