Show HN: Sinkzone DNS forwarder that blocks everything except your allowlist
18 days ago
- #focus-tool
- #productivity
- #DNS-resolver
- Sinkzone is a local DNS resolver that blocks all domains by default, allowing only explicitly permitted ones.
- It helps eliminate distractions like notifications, social media, and news at the network level.
- Features include a modern HTTP API, wildcard pattern support, and a terminal UI for real-time monitoring.
- Designed for deep work, it's lightweight, cross-platform, and suitable for hackers, makers, and focused individuals.
- Installation guides are provided for macOS, Linux, and Windows, including Homebrew, package managers, and manual setups.
- Sinkzone supports wildcard patterns for flexible domain matching and includes a focus mode for temporary blocking.
- The tool includes a terminal UI for monitoring DNS traffic and managing allowlists, and a CLI for system management.
- It stores configuration and allowlists in ~/.sinkzone/, with a simple text format for allowed domains.
- Sinkzone is open-source, with contributions welcome, and is licensed under MIT.