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Do you struggle
To Focus At work?

Experience the power of the kōno productivity system. Improve your focus and transform the quality of your work.
get kōno for free
14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Works on MacOS only.
kōno Productivity System. Stay focused.get kōno for free
30-day free trial. No credit card required.
Works on MacOS only.

What is kōno

The kōno Way of Work

Master your productivity and unleash your full productive and creative potential with kōno.

Kōno is highly flexible and customizable – making it the perfect productivity management tool for all kinds of work, from technical to creative and everything in between.
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Benefits

kōno singular focus

Experience the power of singular focus.

Kōno helps you be instantly focused by blocking out your typical distractions. It promotes single-tasking and frees up valuable mental space for creativity and problem-solving.
kōno helpful tips

Get started right away
with helpful tips.

No need to spend time researching productivity methods. From beginner to seasoned Pomodoro technique user, anyone can easily dive in and see immediate results.
kōno mindful about how you work

Be mindful about how you work.

Kōno's analytics feature offers key insights into how you use your time, helping you be more intentional when you invest your time and energy.
Motivating habits

Create new, motivating habits.

Kōno provides a simple structure to practice positive new habits you'll want to stick to, leading to long-term satisfaction and ingrained behaviors.
User feedback - Marco R.
“Kōno helped me to reflect, rethink and rebuild my working day. It's far more than just an app. It made my entire way of working more mindful, more convenient and more fun.

It can be the door opener to an entirely new working experience.”

– Marco R. (Freelance Brand Strategist)

How it Works

Create your own Modes & Structure your Workday.

With kōno, you structure your workday in modes that represent the different batches of tasks you need to complete, such as design tasks, communication tasks, planning tasks, etc.

Think of kōno as your focus assistant: kōno manages your distractions by turning off notifications, closing apps, and blocking distracting websites. It also prepares you instantly for upcoming work by opening all the tools you need automatically.
get kōno for free
kōno app preview screens
With kōno, you structure your workday in modes that represent the different batches of tasks you need to complete, such as design tasks, communication tasks, planning tasks, etc.

Think of kōno as your focus assistant: kōno manages your distractions by turning off notifications, closing apps, and blocking distracting websites. It also prepares you instantly for upcoming work by opening all the tools you need automatically.
get kōno for free

What your modes could look like

Meeting Mode Icon
Meeting
Get instantly ready and be more present and focused for online meetings. You can block calls and notifications to avoid personal messages popping up while sharing your screen.  
Focus Mode Icon
Focus
Use the focus modes for things that require intense concentration and your highest levels of brain power. You can activate Do not Disturb on your Mac.
Break Mode Icon
Break
Use break modes to give your brain regular pauses. You can create custom automations that automatically shut down work messaging apps or open Spotify to play relaxing music, allowing you to recharge and regroup.
Communication Mode Icon
Communication
Instead of popping in and out of your inbox all day, use communication modes to tackle your messages in a batched manner.  

Features

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Leading Edge
Productivity in one App

Kōno is packed with powerful features that support scientifically proven productivity methods, like the Pomodoro Technique, single-tasking and time-boxing.

Mix and match features to create your own customized productivity tool to rethink your workflow and conquer procrastination.

Master your productivity and unleash your full productive and creative potential with kōno .
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In-App Training for a Focused You

Have you ever wondered about productivity methods like the Pomodoro Technique or the importance of well-timed breaks? Kōno's in-app training is designed to gently guide you through these concepts. Our aim is to help you find what resonates with you, making your work days more effective and enjoyable.
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kōno app preview screens
With kōno, you structure your workday in modes that represent the different batches of tasks you need to complete, such as design tasks, communication tasks, planning tasks, etc.

Think of kōno as your focus assistant: kōno manages your distractions by turning off notifications, closing apps, and blocking distracting websites. It also prepares you instantly for upcoming work by opening all the tools you need automatically.
get kōno for free
Modes Icon

Presets and Customizable Modes

Optimize your computer setup and ready your mind for any activity.
Settings Icon

Easy Mode Automations

Choose which applications you want to open, close, or hide when a mode is entered.
App Blocking Icon

Website & App Blocking

Avoid distractions and notifications during meetings and tasks that require deep concentration.
Statistics Icon

Statistics, Analytics & Personal Discovery

Discover your most productive days of the week and gain insights into your time usage and behaviors.
Time Icon

A Timer for Every Situation

Monitor your time in a mode and get audio or visual reminders when it's over. Set timer to count down/up.
Notification Icon

Notification Management

Get the right information at the right time. Receive only the notifications you need for the mode you're in.
User feedback - Valerie G.
“To be part of the beta program helped me to think about the different modes of work I go through during my day. By defining and starting them, it helped me to concentrate easily on my task at hand and not distract myself. Especially the URL blocking and the timer helped for that.”

– Valerie G. (User Experience Designer)

Greater Presence.
Greater Focus.

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14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Works on MacOS only.

Coming Soon

The Physical kōno Timer – Let’s Flip on Focus Mode!

The kōno timer reinforces your commitment to your work. When you switch your kōno timer to focus mode, you connect your intention with a physical action and create an instant mental shift. Unlock the full spectrum of amazing benefits by using the kōno timer with the app!
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