Earth.fm
Nature recordings from named places with coordinates attached, so you know exactly which rainforest you are sitting in.
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How to get the most from it
Earth.fm sits in Ambient Sound under Unwind, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- 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 calming and beautiful.
About this category: Sound mixers and generators for people who cannot work in silence or in music. Set once, leave open all day.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Winding down when your head is busy
- Looking at something lovely
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Earth.fm: quick answers
Is Earth.fm free?
Yes. Earth.fm is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Earth.fm?
No. You can use Earth.fm without signing up for anything.
Does Earth.fm work on a phone?
Yes. Earth.fm works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Earth.fm safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does Earth.fm take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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