The Bored Button
One button, escalating nonsense, and no way onward except pressing it again. Works on a phone, which is the danger.
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How to get the most from it
The Bored Button sits in Portals & Directories under Weird, 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.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something funny and chaotic.
About this category: The other directories, random buttons and curated indexes. We are one of these; it would be dishonest to pretend the others are not worth your time.
Good for
- A five-second distraction
- A reliable laugh
- Pure, noisy chaos
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
The Bored Button: quick answers
Is The Bored Button free?
Yes. The Bored Button is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use The Bored Button?
No. You can use The Bored Button without signing up for anything.
Does The Bored Button work on a phone?
Yes. The Bored Button works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is The Bored Button safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does The Bored Button take?
We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.
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