IOS, Android, MacOS, Windows, multiple browser extensions || Free for Basic PlanĮvernote is another powerful note-taking app that boasts a wide array of features that will allow you to make the most of your university learning. Other apps have a way around website blocks, but not this one. You can even block the entire internet if you need to. Until the timer stops, there’s no way to unblock the sites and no turning back. Cold Turkey will allow you to start a timer, during which distracting websites will be blocked entirely. I’ve used this app in my browser and let me tell you - it works. If you still find yourself getting distracted, this one’s for you. MacOS, Windows (Works on all web browsers) || Free for Basic Plan You’ll also receive a report on how much of your time online is productive or distracted. Motion’s free plan will block distracting sites like Facebook and YouTube (or gives you 1 minute to quickly check what you need). Chrome extension || Free for Personal PlanĪs a university student, you’ll be using laptops A LOT, and if you’re using the internet to work and take notes, well - I hate to break it to you but distractions are aplenty in your browser as well.
