Focus Help¶
Focus is a versatile screen time management application for Windows that helps you stay productive, monitor employees, or protect children online. It operates in three distinct modes, each tailored to a specific use case.
Three Modes, One App¶
Productivity Mode¶
For individuals who want to manage their own screen time. Set app usage limits, block distracting websites, schedule downtime periods, and view usage reports to understand your habits.
:octicons-arrow-right-24: Productivity Mode
Employee Mode¶
For managers and business owners who need to monitor employee computer activity. Track application usage, capture screenshots, monitor websites visited, send automated email reports, and manage multiple user profiles.
:octicons-arrow-right-24: Employee Mode
Parental Mode¶
For parents who want to set healthy boundaries for their children's screen time. Create kid profiles with age-appropriate restrictions, filter 47 website categories, manage app groups, and schedule free time periods.
:octicons-arrow-right-24: Parental Mode
Key Features¶
| Feature | Productivity | Employee | Parental |
|---|---|---|---|
| App time limits | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Website blocking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Downtime scheduling | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Usage reports | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Screenshot capture | -- | Yes | -- |
| Email reports | -- | Yes | -- |
| Category filtering | -- | -- | Yes |
| Kid profiles | -- | -- | Yes |
| Admin password | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Getting Started¶
Choose Your Mode
During the setup wizard, you will choose which mode to use. You can switch modes later from the settings menu, but only with the admin password.