How to build a distraction blocker with no code

There are roughly 40-60 distraction-blocking tools currently live, ranging from browser extensions to app-level blockers, but the no-code builder niche—where non-technical makers can create custom blockers without touching code—is surprisingly thin. Most existing solutions are either rigid templates (Focusmate, Forest) or require some configuration knowledge. The pain points are real: users want hyper-personalized blocking rules (block Twitter only 9am-5pm, allow Slack but mute notifications), but off-the-shelf tools offer one-size-fits-all controls. The actual gap is in the *maker platform* layer—a tool where you can visually design blocking workflows, set conditional rules, and ship them to your team without hiring a developer. Most no-code platforms (Zapier, Make, Bubble) can technically do this but aren't purpose-built for it, so the UX is clunky. A founder entering this space should focus on: (1) making the rule-builder dead simple with visual logic blocks, (2) supporting team deployments (most tools are solo-focused), and (3) integrating with existing productivity stacks (Slack, Notion, Figma) where people already work. The risky bet is betting on browser extensions alone—mobile app blocking is where real attention loss happens, but it's harder to ship on iOS.