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BlockDistraction – Block Site Extension version history - 25 versions

BlockDistraction – Block Site Extension by Mark Digital

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BlockDistraction – Block Site Extension version history - 25 versions

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  • Latest version

    Version 4.3.0

    Released Aug 4, 2026 - 579.62 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    refactor(rules): centralize rule mutations in service worker
    • make the service worker the single writer for stored rules
    • add a serialized mutation queue to prevent concurrent storage updates from overwriting each other
    • process add, update, delete, toggle, clear, and import operations through structured rule intents
    • generate rule IDs from the latest stored and DNR state inside the mutation queue
    • update, delete, and toggle rules by stable rule ID instead of UI array index
    • reuse the same mutation service for popup, options, and context menu actions
    • validate rules, conflicts, Pro access, and free limits inside the service worker
    • preserve validation error codes and the complete validation key array
    • replace imported rules in one operation without creating an intermediate empty state
    • keep migrations serialized with regular rule mutations
    • separate rule commands from rules:changed notifications
    • route all dynamic rule updates through the DNR synchronizer
    • preserve callback-based runtime messaging with IIFE handlers and explicit return true
    • keep the existing URL matching, alarm, schedule, and tab closure behavior
    • add unit tests for concurrent mutations, stable IDs, imports, validation errors, and DNR recovery
    • add user-facing update highlights
    • bump the extension version to 4.3.0

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  • Older versions

    Version 4.2.6

    Released Aug 4, 2026 - 594.51 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    fix: improve functional stability for v4.2.6
    • preserve Pro status on rate limits, server errors, timeouts, network failures, and invalid JSON
    • add a timeout to license verification using AbortController
    • fix password modal cancellation without breaking password setup
    • preserve password protection settings during rules import
    • exclude password hash and password state from exported settings
    • fix Focus Session timer display for sessions longer than one hour
    • reload rules after a failed deletion instead of removing the item from the UI
    • prevent duplicate extension initialization
    • run tab URL checks only when the URL changes
    • fix the category header localization key
    • bump the extension version to 4.2.6

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  • Version 4.2.5

    Released Aug 1, 2026 - 593.62 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Refactored and reorganized styles for better maintainability.
    • Removed conflicting CSS rules.

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  • Version 4.2.4

    Released Jul 26, 2026 - 593.26 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Improved the appearance of the Focus Session mode selector in the popup.

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  • Version 4.2.3

    Released Jul 23, 2026 - 592.81 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • After installation, the extension now opens the Settings page instead of the website.

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  • Version 4.2.2

    Released Jul 21, 2026 - 592.88 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Completed full internationalization (i18n) coverage across all supported locales.
    • Added title attributes to whitelist rules in the popup UI for better tooltip visibility and user experience.
    • Fixed an issue on the Options page where the "Add Whitelist Rule" button was not hidden during an active Focus Session.
    • Fixed whitelist rules displaying unlocalized text in the schedule column on the Options page (now correctly shows localized "Allow" status).

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  • Version 4.2.1

    Released Jul 20, 2026 - 587.16 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • DNR Rule Synchronization: Fixed an issue where editing existing rules (modifying domains, redirect URLs, or toggle states) updated storage and UI but failed to take effect in the browser's network engine. Rule updates are now applied atomically and reflect immediately.

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  • Version 4.1.2

    Released Jul 19, 2026 - 584.93 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • UI Accessibility: Enhanced the visual contrast of action buttons and list items within the Whitelist (Allow-rules) interface to ensure better text readability and a more accessible user experience.

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  • Version 4.0.1

    Released Jul 15, 2026 - 578.35 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Scheduled rules now display their blocking schedule in the popup instead of a checkmark.

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  • Version 4.0.0

    Released Jul 15, 2026 - 577.4 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Storage Migration: Rules database has been migrated from browser.storage.sync to browser.storage.local. Automatic background synchronization of rules across different devices is no longer supported. General extension settings (theme, toggles) are still synchronized via sync storage.
    • Unlimited capacity for power users (up to 10MB+ storage via local API), completely bypassing Firefox's legacy QUOTA_BYTES_PER_ITEM errors.
    • One-time local migration handler to safely move existing rules from sync to local storage on the first launch of v4.0.0.
    • Fixed browser extensions crashing or throwing unhandled database exceptions when saving massive rule lists.

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  • Version 3.10.10

    Released Jul 13, 2026 - 576.6 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Service worker alarm resets on mobile: Fixed a critical issue in Firefox Mobile (GeckoView) where background alarms were repeatedly reset to their initial delay upon every service worker wake-up. Integrated an asynchronous browser.alarms.get verification routine to ensure persistent, non-overlapping background scheduling.
    • Fragile background delays: Eliminated legacy setTimeout structures inside the startup and permission handlers. DNR integrity checks and state hydration now execute via solid, synchronous promise chains (await), preventing the browser from prematurely killing the background script during active processing.
    • Tab switching performance: Optimized the onActivated tab listener to strictly handle authorization states without re-triggering heavy storage queries. This completely removes CPU overhead and battery drain during rapid tab switching on mobile devices.
    • Deterministic lifecycle execution: Re-architected the checkAndRequestPermissions state lock using a robust try...finally block, ensuring the permission flag state resets instantly and reliably regardless of execution errors.

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  • Version 3.10.9

    Released Jul 11, 2026 - 576.08 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Fixed the display of weekday names in scheduled blocking rules. They are now shown in your selected language.

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  • Version 3.10.8

    Released Jul 10, 2026 - 575.98 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Expanded the list of protected URL patterns to prevent blocking essential developer resources.

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  • Version 3.10.7

    Released Jul 9, 2026 - 575.92 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Dynamic focus session visibility: Enhanced the popup UX by dynamically toggling the focus session section based on the user's rules list. The focus section is now hidden by default if no blocking rules exist, keeping the interface clean and clutter-free for fresh installs.
    • Reactive UI state handling: Integrated visibility logic directly into the central updateStatus routine. The focus control panel now automatically reveals itself the moment a rule is added (via the popup or the "Block this site" button) and seamlessly hides if all rules are deleted.
    • Layout shift prevention: Added the hidden utility class directly to the HTML structure to prevent any visual flickering or layout shifts during the popup's initialization phase.

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  • Version 3.10.6

    Released Jul 8, 2026 - 644.58 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Batch tab closure optimization: Replaced individual, loop-bound chrome.tabs.query operations with a unified batch function. The extension now queries open tabs exactly once and checks them against all active patterns simultaneously, reducing browser API overhead and fixing noticeable delays during focus session activation.
    • Centralized DNR synchronization: Removed the redundant syncDnrRules method from RulesManager. The service worker is now established as the single source of truth for all declarativeNetRequest updates, preventing double-syncing resource consumption when rules are saved.
    • Streamlined rule saving: Refactored popup and options actions to strictly handle data storage and trigger a single background reload event, ensuring smooth, non-blocking UI transitions.

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  • Version 3.10.5

    Released Jul 7, 2026 - 644.39 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Restored redirect functionality: Fixed a critical bug where normalizePathSegment incorrectly applied encodeURIComponent to the entire redirect URL, transforming https:// into https%3A%2F%2F and causing new URL() and location.replace() to fail in redirect.js.
    • Flexible keyword blocking: Separated the normalization logic for path segments/domains from full redirect URLs. Keyword-based matching (e.g., entering tube to block youtube.com) remains fully functional.
    • Parameter security: Improved validation for incoming from and to query parameters inside redirect.js to prevent crashes when handling malformed strings.

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  • Version 3.10.4

    Released Jul 3, 2026 - 644.01 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Added an option to disable the notification sound when a focus session ends. Availability may vary depending on your browser and operating system.

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  • Version 3.10.3

    Released Jul 3, 2026 - 643.95 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Starting a focus session now automatically closes any open tabs that match your blocking rules, helping you stay focused from the very beginning.

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  • Version 3.10.2

    Released Jul 1, 2026 - 643.9 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Localization: Added translations for the Focus Session tool (including sound notifications, Hardcore mode, and custom duration strings) across all supported locales.

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  • Version 3.10.1

    Released Jun 30, 2026 - 631.33 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Options Page: Added real-time reactive UI locking/unlocking for rule management. The settings page now instantly reflects focus session status changes (started or stopped via popup) using browser.storage.onChanged.
    • Improved focus banner state synchronization to avoid async message response conflicts within the service worker.

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  • Version 3.10.0

    Released Jun 29, 2026 - 631.17 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Focus Session: A new powerful tool designed for maximum concentration when you need it most.
    • Hardcore Mode: A new feature for Pro users that hides the "Stop" button during an active session.
    • Status Banner: Added a visual banner to the settings page that displays the currently active focus session and the remaining time.
    • UI Locking: During an active Focus Session, the rule management UI is now locked to prevent impulsive changes.

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  • Version 3.9.11

    Released Jun 28, 2026 - 622.21 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Added Malayalam language support.

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  • Version 3.9.10

    Released Jun 27, 2026 - 614.9 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Added ka localization support.

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  • Version 3.9.9

    Released Jun 26, 2026 - 607.92 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    • Added es_419 localization support.

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  • Version 3.9.8

    Released Jun 21, 2026 - 602.01 KB
    Works with firefox 113.0 and later, android 120.0 and later
    [3.9.8] - 2026-06-21

    Improved
    • Cleaned up localization files by removing unused translation entries.

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