ScreenForge

ScreenForge is a Productivity & Business tool that tracks Windows screen time and app usage. It provides daily and weekly insights to help users understand digital habits and boost productivity.

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Pricing

Free · Open Source

Free tier

Yes

API

Skill level

Non-technical

About

What is ScreenForge?

ScreenForge is a free and open-source Windows screen time tracker designed to help users understand and optimize their digital habits. It provides a native Windows dashboard that tracks app usage, categorizes activities, and offers detailed daily and weekly insights into screen time trends. Key features include a breakdown of app usage into categories like Productivity, Social, and Entertainment, as well as notification tracking to identify distractions. ScreenForge prioritizes user privacy by storing all data locally on the machine, requiring no accounts, cloud services, or internet connection for tracking. It is lightweight, using minimal system resources, and offers customizable themes for a personalized experience. The tool is ideal for anyone looking to monitor their computer usage and improve focus without compromising data privacy.

Best used for

Ideal for Windows users who need to understand where their time is spent, identify distracting applications, and gain insights into their digital habits. Especially valuable for individuals seeking a privacy-focused solution with local data storage and no account requirements.

Common actions

track screen time

monitor app usage

analyze digital habits

boost productivity

manage notifications

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Capabilities

Key features

Screen time tracking
App usage breakdown
Notification tracking
Customizable themes
Local data storage
No account required

Target Audience

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Integrations

Not yet documented

Pricing & Plans

Free · Open Source

Free

FAQs

Is ScreenForge truly free and open source?

Yes, ScreenForge is 100% free and open source. Its entire source code is available on GitHub under the MIT License, allowing users to inspect, modify, and distribute it without any hidden costs, subscriptions, or premium features.

Where is my data stored and is it private?

All your data, including screen time, app usage, and notification history, is stored locally on your Windows machine. Nothing is sent to the cloud or external servers, ensuring complete privacy and control over your personal data.

What Windows versions does ScreenForge support?

ScreenForge requires Windows 10 or later to function. It utilizes native Windows APIs for tracking, which means older versions of Windows are not supported. It is designed specifically for modern Windows operating systems.

How much system resources does ScreenForge consume?

ScreenForge is designed to be lightweight and efficient. It typically uses minimal RAM, usually under 50MB, and occupies less than 100MB of disk space. It runs quietly in the background without significantly impacting system performance.

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