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Work · June 18, 2019

Deepmode

Block every distraction online.

Deepmode launched on June 18, 2019 with 92 votes, #323 of 2,757 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 7 years on.

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What it does

Deepmode uses AI to recognise and block distractions as they appear online, keeping you mindful and productive.

Deepmode helps you block distraction and work in focused 25, 50 or 90-minute sessions, with a clean dashboard for streaks and discipline.

Define one task. Lock focused time. Track where your effort actually goes — by task, project, and category. AI-powered insights reveal patterns in where your time actually goes. Install → Pin → Start your first focused session. Try it instantly. See how Deepmode turns a single task into measurable progress. Deepmode AI Pro adds daily and weekly reports that surface patterns over time — a quiet mirror for reflection on your work. Daily and weekly AI-generated reports, full session history, and long-term patternfrom deepmode.app

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