[BlockSite] Blocksite is currently off how do I switch it back on?

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Blaine Stott
4 days ago In BlockSite
Blocksite is currently off how do I switch it back on?

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4 days ago

Hello! Let me help you with turning BlockSite back on. Just to clarify first, are you referring to the BlockSite browser extension on your WebKit browser in Windows 10, or is this about a mobile app? Also, when you say it's "off," do you mean it's not blocking any sites currently, or have you disabled the extension entirely?

Once I have this info, I can guide you through the best steps to enable it again.

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Blaine Stott
4 days ago

Windows 10 and no the extension is still installed but I get an image of a man sleeping with the words Blocksite is currently off

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4 days ago

Thanks for the extra details! The "BlockSite is currently off" message with the image of the sleeping man usually means the extension is installed but paused or disabled in some way, so it's not actively blocking sites.

Let’s try these steps to switch it back on in your WebKit browser on Windows 10:

1. Check Extension Status:
- Go to your browser’s menu (usually three dots or lines in the upper right corner).
- Select "Extensions" or "Add-ons."
- Find BlockSite in the list and see if it is enabled. If there’s an option to toggle it on, click to enable it.

2. Resume Blocking Mode:
- Click the BlockSite icon near your browser’s toolbar.
- Look for a button or toggle that says “Turn On,” “Resume,” or anything similar that can enable blocking. Sometimes there can be a pause/play control.

3. Review Settings:
- Open the BlockSite extension’s settings page.
- Verify that your blocked sites list is intact and that any schedules or pauses haven't been accidentally enabled.

4. Restart Browser:
- After confirming the above, close the browser fully and reopen it, then check if the blocking is active again.

5. Reinstall if Needed:
- If these steps don’t work, disabling and then re-enabling the extension can help. Alternatively, try removing the extension and installing it again fresh from the official store.

If the problem persists after this, there might be an issue with the extension’s syncing or a temporary glitch. Let me know where you get with these steps, and we can dig further!

Does this sound good to start with?

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