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Indie alternatives to Cold Turkey
3 products made by independent developers and small teams that do what Cold Turkey does, 2 of them with a free plan. Free and open-source options come first.
At a glance
| Product | Price | Open source | Self-host | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LeechBlock NG | Free | Yes | – | Browser extension |
| Opal | Free plan | – | – | iOS, Android, Mac, Windows |
| Freedom | Paid | – | – | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
The alternatives
1. LeechBlock NG
Free browser extension to block time-wasting sites
A free, open-source browser extension that blocks distracting websites during set times or after a time limit.
Free · Browser extension · Website ↗
Questions
Is there a free alternative to Cold Turkey?
Yes. 2 of the 3 indie alternatives listed here have a free plan or are free: LeechBlock NG and Opal.
Is there an open-source alternative to Cold Turkey?
LeechBlock NG is open source.
Which Cold Turkey alternatives work on Mac, Windows, iPhone or Android?
On Mac: Opal and Freedom. On Windows: Opal and Freedom. On iPhone and iPad: Opal and Freedom. On Android: Opal and Freedom. As a browser extension: LeechBlock NG and Freedom.
What makes these alternatives to Cold Turkey “indie”?
They are built by independent developers or small teams rather than large companies. Each one is listed because it does the same core job as Cold Turkey.
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