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Focusd review

Free#22 of 36 in Screen Time Management Apps

A free, open-source Windows tracker with detailed usage reports and focus tools.

6.8/10Editor score
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

Focusd is an open-source screen-time management app for Windows 10/11. It is designed for people who want local visibility into computer use without creating an account or sending usage data to cloud synchronization. The app records application and browser-tab activity locally in SQLite, then presents usage dashboards and statistics. Its audience includes individuals who want detailed usage records, daily controls, and focus sessions while keeping the software and its data close to the Windows device.

The strongest part of Focusd is the breadth of its local tracking detail. It separates usage by application and browser tab, supports browser-tab grouping, and adds daily per-application time limits. Pomodoro focus sessions and break reminders extend the product beyond passive reporting, while CSV and JSON export make the recorded information portable. Configurable usage-history retention also gives users control over how long records remain available; the published category specifications include a 30-day history-retention setting.

Focusd fits a narrow platform and privacy model. It is distributed as Windows software and does not run on macOS or Linux, so households or teams using multiple desktop operating systems will need a different solution for consistent coverage. It also operates without an account or cloud synchronization, which suits users who prefer local data but does not provide a shared online view across devices. Choose Focusd for open-source Windows tracking, application and tab-level reporting, and built-in focus tools. Choose an alternative if cross-platform support or cloud-based synchronization is central to your requirements.

Focusd pros and cons

  • Where it wins
    • Tracks applications and browser tabs with grouping
    • Includes daily limits, Pomodoro sessions, and break reminders
    • Exports data in CSV or JSON with configurable retention
  • Where it doesn't
    • Runs only on Windows 10/11
    • No account or cloud synchronization
    • Focused on tracking rather than a broader multi-platform system

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