50 websites to waste your time on
Bored with your usual digital stomping grounds?
Don't fret, bored friend! There are plenty of sites other than Twitter or Instagram for you to waste countless hours on. Besides, it's not like you could be doing something constructive at work or maybe, I don't know, go outside. That requires like actually moving or interacting with other humans. Boo.
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So if you prefer procrastination to productivity, this list of 50 websites should keep you amused for a few hours. Or you could sit there and keep refreshing Facebook until something interesting actually happens.
Useless Websites
1. Find the Invisible Cow
An Internet version of the hiding game Hot and Cold.
2. The Useless Web
Generates even more useless sites to waste your time.
3. Hacker Typer
Hollywood-style hacker code. Pound on your keys and freak out your boss.
4. Pointer Pointer
What's the point of this? Yeah, I don't know — just embrace the weird.
5. Staggering Beauty
Make the worm dance with your mouse. (Warning: Flashing images.)
6. Bees Bees Bees
This site reveals Oprah's secret plans.
7. Shady URL
Changes URLs to look like viruses.
8. Don't Even Reply
A collection of emails from awful people.
9. Shut Up and Take My Money
A shopping website of stuff you don't need, but you really want.
10. Just this giant Wikipedia list of dogs
Space dogs? Check. War dogs? Check. Famous dogs? Check annnnd check.
11. Drive Me Insane
Turn on the lights (or a disco ball) in someone's home from your computer. The site has been running since 1997.
Educational Websites
12. Astronomy Picture of the Day
Stunning photographs of space.
13. Duo Lingo
Learn a new language for free.
14. Hubski
A forum of good ideas and conversations.
15. Lizard Point
Browser-based educational activities.
16. Music Theory
Learn the language of music.
17. Sleepytime
A calculator that tells you exactly when to wake up for a good night's sleep.
18. Code Academy
Step 1. Learn to Code. Step 2: ??? Step 3: Profit.
19. What Should I Read Next?
Suggests books and authors based upon your interests.
20. OnRead
Free e-books.
Creative Websites
21. Weave Silk
Draw stunning symmetrical images with the click of a mouse.
22. I Need a Prompt
An idea generator.
23. This is Sand
Draw things with sand.
Gaming Websites
24. Pokemon Showdown
A Pokémon battle simulator to waste hours on.
25. SNES Party
This site allows you to upload ROMs (legally obtained, _of course_, unless you're a bad person) and play with friends within your browser. Pick a game, share a link to your room, and you're set.
26. Sporcle
Brain games.
27. Poptropica
An interactive online RPG.
28. TagPro
Multi-player online capture the flag.
29. Cookie Clicker
Click for cookies and level up.
30. Foddy
A running game using your keyboard skills.
31. HabitRPG
A habit building app that treats your life like a game.
32. Flash by Night
A collection of addictive games.
Music Websites
33. Party Cloud
Automatically syncs music, now you're a DJ.
34. You are Listening to
Syncs police scanners from different cities with ambient music.
35. Incredibox
Create your own music with just a few clicks.
Mood Websites
36. A Soft Murmur
Set the mood with weather sounds.
37. Rainy Mood
Sometimes, the sound of rain is soothing.
38. Good vs. Evil
When doing good in the world feels too hard, just vote for good. It won't change the world, but you the distraction can be nice, even for a moment.
39. Free Rice
Each questions answered correctly translates to 10 grains of rice donated to a hunger charity.
Utility Websites
40. Do I Have a Dead Pixel?
Find out.
41. Da Font
So. Many. Fonts.
42. wallhalla
You probably need a new desktop background.
43. Retail Me Not
Deals and steals.
44. Mint
Tracks how you spend your money.
45. Taste Kid
Explores your tastes and preferences.
46. Addictive Tips
Tips to improve your digital experience.
47. Lifehacker
Sometimes, it's the little things in life that need improvement.
48. Instructables
DIY everything.
49. Snopes
Dig deeper and find out the truth.
50. Interface Lift
Stunning photography and backgrounds for all of your devices.
