Overview
Session is a focus app inspired by the Pomodoro technique that blocks distracting apps and websites you choose while working in timed focus sessions. The app guides users to be more productive by working in sessions, blocking distractions, tracking time, and providing reminders to rest.
Key Features
- Distraction Blocking: Blocks selected apps and websites during focus sessions
- Cross-Device Sync: Seamlessly syncs progress between iPhone, iPad, and Mac with cloud storage
- Browser Support: Website blocker works on Safari, Chrome, Brave, and Microsoft Edge
- Slack Integration: Automatically updates your Slack status when timer starts
- Session Logging: Tracks your work and asks what you learned after each session ends
- Daily Progress Review: Review and reflect on daily productivity and learning
- Time Blocking: Helps block your time for focused work periods
Workflow
- Choose which apps and websites to block during your session
- Set your session duration based on Pomodoro or custom intervals
- Start the timer and work without distractions
- Review what you accomplished and learned after the session
- Take breaks as scheduled before starting the next session
Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac with data synced across all devices through Session's cloud service.
Benefits
- Combines time tracking with active distraction prevention
- Helps build consistent work habits through session-based approach
- Encourages reflection and learning through post-session reviews
- Integrates with professional tools like Slack for status updates
- Cross-platform support ensures consistent productivity habits across devices
