These days it’s not easy to avoid distractions while you are hard at work.

This is why you always think you’re never getting anything done.

Fortunately, there are a few apps out there that can you help you manage distractions and avoid procrastination.

Man in black hoodie procrastinating on his desk

What Is Freedom?

It’s an app that combines a productivity timer with custom block lists.

When you start each session, your block lists will be active.

Start a session on freedom with timer

you’ve got the option to create custom block lists for different sessions, depending on your work.

This works incredibly well and goes a long way in building discipline.

It’s also one of theways you’re free to remain self-disciplined using technology.

Freedom app upgrade plans

How Much Does Freedom Cost?

Freedom comes with a free trial that entitles you to seven free blocking sessions.

You don’t need to provide credit card information for these sessions either.

Sessions history in freedom

If you enjoy the app, you might sign up for their subscription service.

It costs $8.99/month or $39.99/year.

The yearly model will save you a lot of cash, costing around $3.33 per month.

Creating custom blocklists in freedom web app

However, this price often changes because of sales.

Just jump in each time, and you might control everything from there.

Let’s do a quick overview of the dashboard.

Freedom iOS app home screen

On the left, you’ll see a menu labeledMy Devicesthat shows each rig where Freedom is currently installed.

To the right of that is where the magic happens.

There’s a section calledMy Session, and you set the timer from here.

Freedom detection blocking iOS

Creating Custom Block Lists

The main highlight of the Freedom app is the block list feature.

After downloading it on your phone, sign up or sign in if you already have an account.

The app blocker will then block access and notifications from the block list.

Freedom blocking on Safari instructions

This works for native and third-party apps and websites on all browsers except Safari.

Now, you could create custom block lists that work for Safari from the Freedom app.

you could also choose which devices this session will be active on.

going to Safari settings iOS

Set the timer, and you’re good to go.

It’s sort of like a set-it-and-forget-it thing.

Once Freedom starts working its magic, you’ll be surprised by how much time you save.

Safari extensions iOS

It’s one of those productivity apps that actually help people get things done.

activating Freedom extension on Safari iOS

creating custom blocklists Freedom iOS

creating custom blocklists Freedom iOS