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Detail	Breaks	Keypause
Overview	Breaks · a quiet menu-bar Pomodoro for macOS solves the problem of staying on track and maintaining a healthy work-life balance by providing a simple, distraction-free way to manage your time and prioritize your tasks.	Keypause for Mac is a free macOS application that temporarily disables your keyboard, allowing you to clean it without accidental inputs. It supports activation via a keyboard shortcut, menu bar icon, or terminal command. The application automatically re-enables keys after a set timer, ensuring a hassle-free process. While the keyboard is off, your mouse and trackpad remain fully functional. Keypause operates without taking focus from other applications and prioritizes user privacy by not reading typed input.
Listed features	Automated focus tracking that helps you stay on task and avoid burnout A weekly summary and chat feature, powered by on-device AI, that provides insights into your productivity and helps you identify areas for improvement Customizable cycle templates, including Pomodoro, 52/17, and Deep Work, to help you find a rhythm that works for you Optional Calendar export and Markdown journaling to help you reflect on your progress and plan for the future Honest streaks and a pause-day budget that allow you to take breaks and rest without feeling guilty or worrying about losing your momentum	Disables all keyboard keys for safe cleaning. Automatically re-enables keys after a set timer. Keeps mouse and trackpad functional during keyboard lockout. Operates without taking focus from other applications. Supports scripting via a keypause command, Raycast, and Shortcuts. Ensures privacy by not reading typed input.
Best suited to	Remote workers and freelancers who need to stay focused and motivated while working from home Students and researchers who require a tool to help them stay on track and manage their time effectively Anyone looking for a simple, distraction-free way to prioritize their tasks and maintain a healthy work-life balance	Mac users who need to clean their physical keyboard without accidental input.
Limitations and fit	Breaks may not be suitable for users who require a high level of complexity or advanced features in their time management tool, and it currently only supports macOS 13 or later	Not listed
Pricing model	Free	Free
Listed price	Not listed	Not listed
Platforms	MacOS	MacOS