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Blens vs Apparent for Gmail

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Blens compared with Apparent for Gmail
DetailBlens logo BlensApparent for Gmail logo Apparent for Gmail
What it doesBrowser extension that tracks browsing habits and provides productivity insights with privacy-first approach A Chrome extension that makes Gmail easier to read and manage
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Pricing modelFree Free
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Key features
  • Browsing Analytics - Track time spent on different websites with detailed breakdowns and visualizations
  • Creativity Assessment - Evaluate browsing diversity and depth with proprietary algorithm
  • Productivity Insights - Identify peak productive times and distractions
  • Time Tracking - Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly browsing patterns with charts
  • Local Storage Only - All data stored on device, never sent to servers
  • Data Encryption - Local data encrypted for maximum security
  • Customizable UI - Dark and light modes with personalized dashboard layout
  • Full Control - Delete data at any time or choose which websites to track
  • Multi-browser Support - Compatible with Chrome, Edge, and Firefox
  • Reverse conversation order to show newest messages first
  • Show every message in threads instead of collapsed defaults
  • Hide AI and Gemini overview summaries
  • Minimize toolbars and hide visual clutter
  • Minimize search and top bar
  • Hide selected buttons like Gemini and Google One Upgrade
What makes it different
  • Completely privacy-focused - no data ever sent to servers or shared with third parties
  • Unique Creativity Score - proprietary algorithm evaluates browsing patterns for exploration diversity, engagement depth, browsing balance, connection making, and browsing rhythm
  • Local-only processing - all data stays on your device with no external tracking
  • Self-awareness through objective data - understand personal browsing habits with clear visualizations
  • Runs locally in your browser with no remote servers or data collection
  • Requires no account or setup to use
  • Privacy-focused with Gmail content never sent to Apparent servers
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Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)4 no change since last check3 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)33
Citation Flow (Majestic)1820
Referring domains (Majestic)3213

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