How to Achieve Deep Work: A Science-Based Guide to Peak Focus and Meaningful Output
Learn the science and systems behind deep work — how to train focus, reduce distractions, and create meaningful, high-impact output in the modern attention economy.
Deep work made simple.
A productivity system that adapts to how you actually work. Stay in flow. Focus on what matters. Build your system, not someone else's.
Why professionals love it
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Everything you need to own your workflow and protect your privacy
Rock solid task management
Capture ideas instantly with quick add, subtasks, notes, and due dates that keep your list under control.
Integrates with your Calendar
Sync tasks from your calendars so you have a complete overview of your day.
Customizable Boards – Kanban, Eisenhower & More
Flip between Kanban, Eisenhower, compact lists, or your own custom layout without losing track of progress.
Focus Mode & Pomodoro Timer
Drop into distraction-free focus sessions with automatic breaks and progress indicators that keep you in flow.
Tags, Projects, Folders & More
Organize work however you think: group by project, filter by tags, and save the views that match your rituals.
Extensible Plugin System
Extend functionality with custom plugins. Build your perfect productivity workflow. Explore developer automations.
Repeating Tasks
Set smart repeats for habits and maintenance work with granular schedules and automatic rollovers.
One-Click Time Tracking
Simple time tracking with keyboard shortcuts. No complex setup, just click and work.
GitHub & Jira Integration
Import issues and sync your work across GitHub, GitLab, and Jira automatically. See developer workflows.
100% Offline & Private
Your data never leaves your device. Zero tracking, zero accounts, maximum privacy. Learn about our privacy promise.
Procrastination Helper
Struggling to start? Built-in CBT techniques help you overcome procrastination.
Keyboard-First Design
Power users rejoice! Comprehensive shortcuts for everything. Never touch your mouse.
Cross-Platform Sync
WebDAV and Dropbox sync. Work seamlessly across desktop, web, and mobile.
Advanced Work Logging and Metrics
Generate timesheets and work reports instantly. Perfect for freelancers and consultants.
No Vendor Lock-in
Export your data anytime in JSON or CSV. Your productivity data belongs to you.
Open Source & Free
Completely transparent, hackable, and free forever. Join thousands of contributors.
Tailored for Every Professional
Super Productivity adapts to your unique workflow and needs. Find the perfect fit for your profession.
For Developers
Integrate GitHub, Jira & GitLab. Stop context switching and focus on coding.
For ADHD Minds
Time-boxing, visual organization, and distraction-free focus tools that work with your brain.
For Privacy Advocates
100% offline, zero telemetry, no cloud dependencies. Your data never leaves your device.
For Freelancers
Never lose billable hours. Automatic time tracking and professional client reports.
Choose your work rhythm
Build the cadence that keeps you in flow. Stack deep work blocks, slide in quick wins, and let Super Productivity handle the nudges so you stay present with the work that matters.
Time-boxed focus sessions
Plan deep work with Pomodoro or custom durations without leaving your task list.
Break reminders that respect flow
Flexible prompts nudge you to rest before context slips away.
Focus mode that shuts out noise
Hide distractions and spotlight the work you commit to finish right now.
Customize your environment
Curate the rituals and views that fit how you actually ship work. Tweak themes, tags, and integrations without losing momentum or control.
Developers sync GitHub issues into boards tuned to each release cycle so every sprint stays aligned with the work that matters.
Shape your workspace
Pick themes, reorder lists, and tune filters so the app feels like yours.
Integrate your tools
Sync GitHub, Jira, CalDAV, and more so tasks flow into your system automatically.
Extend with plugins
Automate routines with custom plugins, quick commands, and scripts.
Reflect your progress
Turn your work log into insight. Capture what moved the needle, schedule the next focus block, and keep your system evolving with every reflection.
Daily metrics at a glance
See where your time went with automatic summaries and trends.
Retros that close the loop
Review completed tasks, capture learnings, and plan the next iteration.
Shareable insights
Export reports or sync logs to keep teammates and clients aligned.
Built for privacy & craft
Super Productivity is created by someone who lives this workflow. Run it offline, sync it on your terms, and keep full ownership of your system and your data.
Local-first by default
Your tasks, logs, and notes stay on your device unless you choose otherwise.
No tracking or ads
No user accounts, no telemetry, no interruptions to your deep work.
Crafted in the open
Built by a maker and a community you can inspect, trust, and extend.
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Built by an Amazing Community
Super Productivity is powered by a passionate open-source community of developers, designers, and users from around the world.
Meet our contributorsDeep Work, Your Way
Designed for people who want meaningful work, not busywork.
Whether you plan, focus, track, or reflect - Super Productivity adapts to you.
Focus
Time-boxed sessions, thoughtful break reminders, and deep focus tools that guard your attention.
Flexibility
Use your workflow, forge your path: integrate issues, tweak layouts, automate routines, and evolve over time.
Privacy & Craft
Built by a maker. No tracking. Open source to the core. Your data stays with you.
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Join thousands of people crafting their own focus rituals with Super Productivity. Free forever, open source, and ready to adapt to you.
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