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Session

Pomodoro focus timer with analytics

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Session is a focus timer application based on the Pomodoro technique, designed to help users concentrate by working in 25-minute sessions. It addresses the problem of digital distraction by blocking selected apps and websites during focus time, and it tracks progress to encourage mindfulness about how time is spent.

The app includes a website blocker that works with Safari, Chrome, Brave, and Microsoft Edge, and an app blocker for macOS. It offers a Slack status integration that automatically updates when a session starts, and it can create calendar events in Apple Calendar after a session ends. Session syncs progress across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Pro features include custom session and break durations, full session log access, push notifications, global keyboard shortcuts, automation via AppleScript and Apple Shortcuts, dark mode, and cloud backup.

Session is aimed at individuals seeking a structured focus tool, particularly those in the Apple ecosystem. It offers a free plan with unlimited sessions and rest, plus analytics from the past two days. Pro is available as a monthly or yearly subscription, with a seven-day free trial upon account creation. A student discount is also offered.

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