Purrli
A cat purr you tune by size, mood and breathing rate, for people who work better with a notional cat on the desk.
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How to get the most from it
Purrli sits in Ambient Sound under Unwind, 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 cosy and calming.
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
- A five-second distraction
- Somewhere low-key to settle into
- Winding down when your head is busy
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Purrli: quick answers
Is Purrli free?
Yes. Purrli is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Purrli?
No. You can use Purrli without signing up for anything.
Does Purrli work on a phone?
Yes. Purrli works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Purrli safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does Purrli take?
We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.
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