Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Fishbowl and how does it help me focus?
- Fishbowl is a minimalistic productivity app that uses randomness to reduce decision fatigue by picking one task at a time for you to focus on. It helps you stay in flow, track your time effortlessly, and avoid being overwhelmed by multiple open tasks.
- How do I add tasks in Fishbowl?
- Simply type your tasks into the input box, one per line, and press Enter to save each one. You can organize tasks with tags to categorize and filter them easily.
- What does the "Randomize" option do?
- When enabled, Fishbowl picks your next task randomly from your open tasks, helping you avoid decision paralysis and keep your day feeling fresh and spontaneous.
- How do I track my progress with Fishbowl?
- Fishbowl automatically logs your time when you mark a task as done. It also tracks your daily and total task counts, time spent, and maintains a streak counter to motivate consistent focus.
- Can I use Fishbowl without signing up?
- Yes! You can use Fishbowl anonymously, but creating a free account lets you save your progress across devices and protects your data even if you clear your browser.
- How is my data kept private and secure in Fishbowl?
- Your data is protected by Google’s Firebase Authentication and encrypted both in transit and at rest. Only you can access your tasks and time data, and Fishbowl does not share it with third parties. You can request to delete your data anytime.
- Is Fishbowl suitable for people who get easily distracted?
- Definitely. Fishbowl reduces distractions by showing only one task at a time and removing the overwhelming clutter of long to-do lists. It's designed for people who overthink or struggle with attention.
- How do I reopen the onboarding tutorial if I need help?
- Click the "Help" button located in the footer to open the onboarding modal again, which guides you through Fishbowl's core features and how to use them effectively.
- Does Fishbowl support mobile devices?
- Yes, Fishbowl is fully responsive and works smoothly on phones, tablets, and desktops to keep you productive wherever you are.