Take Real Breaks,Stay Productive,Feel Better

A native desktop app that reminds you to take breaks, stretch, and stay healthy. For macOS, Windows, and Linux.

One-time payment. No subscription.

Also available as a free Chrome extension

Remote workers trust DeskBreak

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86% of Remote Workers Suffer from Health Issues

Long sitting sessions, back-to-back meetings, and marathon work sessions take a toll on your body and mind.

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Prolonged Sitting Causes Pain

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Screen Time Strains Eyes

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Fatigue Kills Productivity

Transform Your Work Routine with DeskBreak

Before DeskBreak

😫 Constant fatigue and stiffness from prolonged sitting
🤕 Frequent headaches and eye strain
📉 Decreased productivity due to discomfort
😔 Feeling guilty about taking breaks

After DeskBreak

😊 Energized and flexible throughout the day
👀 Reduced eye strain with regular screen breaks
📈 Improved focus and productivity
🎉 Guilt-free, structured breaks for better work-life balance

Ready for healthier workdays?

Transform Your Work Routine

What People Say About DeskBreak

I love this product! From my own experience small changes indeed compound to habits that change your life. It's exactly how I got to ship my own apps 💪
Dan Mindru, Shipixen
@d4m1n
I love the idea of being reminded to take a break—for some, this is more important than being reminded to work 😅
Max Blade, DeskHub
@_MaxBlade
Tried it and loved it! The gamification is pretty interesting as well.
Shivansh Mehendiratta, Slick.is
@shivanshco

What are the Benefits?

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Enhanced focus and mental clarity

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Boosted creativity from regular mental breaks

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Improved overall physical health

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Increased job satisfaction and work-life balance

Elevate your workday: Thrive with DeskBreak!

How It Works

1Download the App
2Set Up Your Breaks
3Enjoy Healthier Workdays!

Experience the difference!

Experience a Healthier Workday

It's break time!

Elevate Your Workdaywith DeskBreak

Give us your feedback: suggest or vote next features HERE!

Personalized Break RemindersActivity TrackingCustomizable Break SchedulesSmart Timer and Alert System

Personalized Break Reminders

🎯 Choose from a variety of break activities: 🧘‍♀️ Stretching, 💧 Hydration, 🏋️ Quick exercises

🔄 Customize reminders to fit your work schedule and preferences

💪 Stay healthy and productive with tailored break suggestions

Desk workers are already working healthier!

Don't take our word for it. Here's what they have to say about DeskBreak.

- I love the idea of being reminded to take a break—for some, this is more important than being reminded to work 😅
  Max Blade, DeskHub
  @_MaxBlade
- Nice! Now I don't have to feel guilty taking a break, I'm forced into it! 😂
  Abishek, Lightscope
  @eter_inquirer
- Take care of yourself and avoid burnout with Miguel!
  Alex Szczurek, Baked Design
  @aliszu
- I love this product! From my own experience small changes indeed compound to habits that change your life. It's exactly how I got to ship my own apps 💪
  Dan Mindru, Shipixen
  @d4m1n
- Exactly what I (and a lot of people i guess) need!
  Lera Kuntsevich, Clipwing
  @thiswillblossom
- Tried it and loved it! The gamification is pretty interesting as well.
  Shivansh Mehendiratta, Slick.is
  @shivanshco
- Being reminded to take a break is actually what I need! Otherwise, I end up spending 4-5 hours at my desk without moving. Great product, Miguel!
  Shala, CodeFast
  @indieshatau
- I love the Personalized Break Reminders feature—balancing productivity and health is so important. Wish you all the success with DeskBreak.
  Zeng, PicAisso
  @zeng_wt
- Love the idea of gamifying the taking breaks routine. That will surely incentivize people to take regular breaks and make the process more engaging and fun!
  David Fernández, RegexBot
  @dfodev
- DeskBreak is a product that really resonates with me, and I'm sure many other desk workers will feel the same way. Regular breaks are essential for staying healthy, focused, and productive.
  Nicola Lanzilotto, Tiledesk
  @nicola_lanzilotto
- DeskBreak sounds like a great tool for improving health and productivity during long work days. The combination of personalized break reminders, activity tracking, and ergonomic tips make it super useful for desk workers.
  Camacho Niccoli
  @camacho_niccoli

Join our satisfied desk workers!

Begin Your Healthier Work Journey Today!

Hey, I'm Miguel! 👋

I used to push myself to the limit working long hours without breaks, and it led to burnout. That's when I realized I needed a tool to remind me to take care of myself—so I built DeskBreak.

What started as something just for me has turned into a way to help others stay healthy at their desks too. With DeskBreak, you'll remember to stretch, hydrate, and take those much-needed breaks—keeping both your body and productivity in check.

Available on Your Desktop

A native app built for performance and reliability on every major platform.

macOS

Windows

Linux

Plus a free Chrome extension for browser-based reminders.

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Achieve Work-Life Balance with DeskBreak

Chrome Extension

Browser-based break reminders

Free

Basic Break Reminders
Works in Chrome, Edge, Brave
Simple Break Timer

Get Free Extension

BEST VALUE

Desktop App

Native app for macOS, Windows & Linux

$78

$39

USD / Lifetime

Or $19/year with the 1 Year Access plan

Lifetime Access
One-Time Payment
Unlimited Break Reminders
Multiple Break Activities
Customize Time Intervals

Pay once. Access forever.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

DeskBreak is a native desktop app for macOS, Windows, and Linux that helps you take regular breaks and stay healthy while working. You get:

- Smart Break Reminders: Customizable intervals with native notifications
- Multiple Break Activities: Stretches, eye exercises, walks, and more
- System Tray Integration: Runs quietly in the background
- Auto-Start: Launches with your computer so you never forget
- Activity Tracking: See your break streaks and stats

You also get a free Chrome extension as a bonus for browser-based reminders.
After purchasing, you'll receive a license key by email. Then:

1. Download the app for your platform from our releases page
2. Install it (macOS: .dmg, Windows: .msi, Linux: .deb/.AppImage)
3. Enter your license key when prompted
4. Set up your break preferences and you're good to go!
You can try our free Chrome extension to get a feel for how DeskBreak works. The desktop app offers a more powerful experience with native notifications, system tray integration, and more features. We also offer a 7-day refund policy if you're not satisfied.
DeskBreak runs natively on:

- macOS (Apple Silicon & Intel)
- Windows (64-bit)
- Linux (64-bit, .deb and .AppImage)

The free Chrome extension works on any Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera).
Yes! You can request a refund within 7 days of your purchase. Simply reach out to us by email to initiate the refund process.
Desktop App:
- macOS: Go to System Settings → Notifications → DeskBreak → Allow Notifications. Also check if Focus/Do Not Disturb mode is enabled.
- Windows: Go to Settings → System → Notifications → DeskBreak → Enable notifications. Check if Focus Assist is turned on.
- Linux: Ensure your notification daemon is running and DeskBreak is allowed to send notifications.

Chrome Extension:
- Go to your browser Settings → Privacy and security → Site settings → Notifications → Allow notifications from the extension.

If issues persist, try restarting the app or your computer.
Feel free to reach out to us via email at miguel@resend.deskbreak.app, or use the chat support located in the bottom right corner of the page.

We're here to help!

Ready for Healthier
Workdays?

Download DeskBreak and start taking real breaks. Your body and mind will thank you.