FocusTime - System level Lockdown

FocusTime - System level Lockdown

Instead of relying on willpower, FocusTime creates an environment where distractions are physically restricted, allowing you to stay locked into your work until your session is complete.

This project started as a personal solution during exam time — I struggled to stay focused while studying, especially with constant distractions like games and browsing.

I’m not a professional software engineer, just a student trying to solve my own real problems. Over time, I improved and fixed the major issues to make it stable and usable for others facing the same challenge.

If you’re someone who struggles with focus like I did, this tool is for you.

How It Works

1. Set your timer
2. Add your learning/work resources
3. Start Lockdown
4. Stay focused until session ends

Note: Windows may show a security warning because the app is not digitally signed. You can click “More info” → “Run anyway” to continue.

⚡ Key Features

1. System Lockdown

Start a session and your system enters focus mode:

• Blocks Alt+Tab, Windows key, and app switching
• Always-on-top workspace
• Password-protected exit with safety countdown

2. Smart Timer System

Control your focus sessions with:

• Standard countdown mode
• Pomodoro cycles (Work / Break / Long Break)
• Full-screen break overlays

3. Learning Workspace (YouTube + Notes)

Turn passive watching into active learning:

• Paste a YouTube link and watch inside the app
• Add timestamps while learning
• Timestamp will stay safe until you change the link
• Jump back to important concepts instantly

4. Multi-Tab Document Viewer

Work like you’re in a code editor:

• Open multiple PDFs or text files
• Switch between tabs instantly
• Built-in file explorer (no OS distractions)

5. App Integration

• Run apps like VS Code or Aseprite inside FocusTime
• Split-screen your workflow in video page(learn + build)
• Smart handling of popups and dialogs
• Windows 11 have some issue with this App integration

6. Focus-Only Browser

• Allow only selected websites
• Block everything else automatically

Note: Since FocusTime is an independent project and not digitally signed, Windows may display a security warning during installation.
This is expected — you can proceed by clicking “More info” → “Run anyway.”