Busy Simulator
Plays the notification sounds of Slack, email and Teams on a loop so it sounds like somebody urgently needs you.
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How to get the most from it
Busy Simulator sits in Look Productive under Laugh, filed as instant.
- Just open it. It pays off within seconds, with nothing to read first.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- Turn the sound up or put headphones on — it needs audio.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something funny and clever.
About this category: Fake terminals, fake updates, fake spreadsheets. Press any key, look extremely occupied. Best used responsibly, which nobody does.
Good for
- A five-second distraction
- A reliable laugh
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Busy Simulator: quick answers
Is Busy Simulator free?
Yes. Busy Simulator is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Busy Simulator?
No. You can use Busy Simulator without signing up for anything.
Does Busy Simulator work on a phone?
Yes. Busy Simulator works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Busy Simulator safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does Busy Simulator take?
We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.
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