Doom Journal

Write before you scroll.

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How It Works

  1. Try to visit Twitter or X
  2. Get redirected to a calm, distraction-free writing page
  3. Pick your duration: 1, 3, or 5 minutes
  4. Write stream-of-consciousness — timer only counts while you type
  5. Once complete, access Twitter with a 45-minute pass
  6. Your entry is saved locally, always available to you

Features

Distraction-free

Dark mode, minimal interface. Just you and your thoughts.

Active Timer

Pauses when you stop typing. Gentle nudges to keep going.

Local Storage

All entries saved in your browser. Never sent anywhere.

Export Anytime

Download your journal as Markdown or JSON.

Stats Tracking

See total entries, time spent, and current streak.

Configurable

Toggle on/off, adjust pass duration to your needs.

Installation

  1. Download the latest release ZIP file
  2. Unzip the folder
  3. Open Chrome and go to chrome://extensions
  4. Enable Developer mode (toggle in top right)
  5. Click Load unpacked
  6. Select the unzipped folder
  7. Done! Try visiting twitter.com

Your data stays yours.

Zero network requests. No analytics. No tracking. Everything stays on your device.

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