What AI says about SelfControl

SelfControl is a free, open-source macOS application that allows users to block access to specific websites and mail servers for a set period of time.

AI calls itopen-source,free,nuclear option,free, open-source,strict

Since Jul 5Updated Nov 10, 2026Based on 205 AI answersReviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky

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Based on 205 AI answers

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Google AI Mode12%

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What is the best app for blocking distracting websites while working?on this questionAI picks Freedom and 1 more about as often34%
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Google AI ModeSep 12, 2026, Google AI Mode
SelfControl — Best free, open-source tool for Mac . You set a timer and a blocklist, and even if you restart your computer or delete the app, you cannot access those sites until the timer hits zero.
Google AI ModeAug 31, 2026, Google AI Mode
SelfControl (Mac) : A free, open-source Mac application that lets you block specific websites and mail servers for a set period of time.

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What is the best app for blocking distracting websites while working?

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Google AI Mode· Sep 12, 2026

SelfControl — Best free, open-source tool for Mac . You set a timer and a blocklist, and even if you restart your computer or delete the app, you cannot access those sites until the timer hits zero.