About PuffBreak
Building a space for mindful digital breaks in an always-connected world.
The Story
PuffBreak started from a simple observation: modern work doesn't give us time to breathe. Historically, people took "smoke breaks" or "chai breaks" — a guaranteed 3 to 5 minutes to step outside, disconnect from the screen, and reset their mind.
But if you don't smoke, or if you work remotely from your bedroom, you often lose that built-in excuse to pause. You end up scrolling through social media, which isn't a break at all. It's just a different kind of noise.
I built PuffBreak to bring the ritual of the break back into our digital lives. Whether you're using it to cut down on nicotine cravings by replacing the physical habit with a digital one, or you just need 3 minutes of ASMR rain on a virtual rooftop, this space is for you.
Who is Behind PuffBreak?
PuffBreak is built and maintained by one independent maker — no venture capital, no marketing team, and no data brokering. Just a laptop, a strong belief that everyone deserves a real 3-minute break, and an unhealthy amount of chai.
The project stays deliberately small and honest: free forever, anonymous by design, and funded entirely by the community that uses it.
The Privacy Promise
Because PuffBreak is independent, I don't need to harvest your data to satisfy shareholders.PuffBreak collects zero personal information.There are no logins, no tracking cookies, and no chat logs. Your preferences (like your break streak) live entirely in your browser's local storage.
How to Support
PuffBreak is 100% free and always will be. The servers are funded entirely out of pocket and through the generosity of the community. If you want to help keep the lights on and the virtual chai hot, you can support the project here.
Enjoying the break room?
PuffBreak is free, ad-free, and community-funded. If it has saved you even one cigarette or one meltdown, consider buying a virtual chai to keep it running.
Medical Disclaimer: PuffBreak is a simulation tool designed for entertainment, stress relief, and habit substitution. It is not a medical device or a clinically proven smoking cessation program. If you are struggling with nicotine addiction, please consult a healthcare professional.