Question 1

Which browsers does Focus Firewall support?

Accepted Answer

Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Arc, Brave, Opera, Vivaldi, Edge, Orion, Zen, Dia and many more. If your browser isn't supported yet, let us know at support@focusfirewall.com and we'll add it in a heartbeat.

Question 2

Does Focus Firewall need browser extensions?

Accepted Answer

No, Focus Firewall does not need any browser extensions. It works at the system level, blocking websites and apps regardless of the browser you use.

Question 3

What happens when I visit a blocked website?

Accepted Answer

It looks like the internet is down just for that website. Blocked apps work the same way: they open, but they can't access the internet.

Question 4

Can I bypass the block if I really need to?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and that's by design. You can pause blocking for a few minutes, temporarily turn off a category, or unblock just the one website you need. Having to click a few times is just enough friction to make you think twice, without the all-or-nothing strictness that makes people give up. Read more about our approach.

Question 5

How much does Focus Firewall cost?

Accepted Answer

$2.99/month, $19.99/year, or $29.99 once for Lifetime. See pricing for details.

Question 6

Is there a free trial?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer a 7-day free trial so you can try it out and see if it fits your needs.

Question 7

Should I subscribe or purchase Lifetime?

Accepted Answer

With a subscription, you can cancel anytime — for example, subscribe just during exams or a big project. Lifetime offers the best value: you pay once and get all future updates for free.

Question 8

Can I use it on more than one Mac?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Focus Firewall comes from the Mac App Store, so you can install it on all Macs signed in to your App Store account.

Question 9

Does Focus Firewall slow down my Mac?

Accepted Answer

No. The app uses very little CPU and memory, and Apple's instruments indicate it has near zero energy impact.

Question 10

How does Focus Firewall handle my privacy?

Accepted Answer

Our business is about selling great software, not selling your data. We do not collect any personal information about you, your browsing habits, or the websites you visit — blocking happens locally on your device. Read more in our Privacy Policy.

Question 11

Can I use Focus Firewall on my iPhone or iPad?

Accepted Answer

No. Focus Firewall is currently only available for macOS. We are considering making it available for iPhone and iPad. If you are interested, please let us know!

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