Face touching detector
A browser extension that leverages AI to detect and monitor face touching in real-time.
About Face touching detector
Face Touching Detector is an innovative browser extension utilizing your laptop's webcam and AI technology to raise awareness about how often you touch your face. It operates locally within your browser to ensure your privacy and requires minimal system resources. While it may not be perfectly accurate, it serves as a useful educational tool and habit reminder.
How to Use
Download and install the Face Touching Detector extension from your browser's web store. Once active, it uses your webcam to monitor your face and counts each touch. The extension runs seamlessly in the background during your browsing sessions.
Features
- Uses minimal system resources for smooth operation
- Detects and counts face touches with AI and webcam integration
- Operates locally for enhanced privacy
Use Cases
- Encourages awareness of face-touching habits to reduce germ transmission
Best For
Individuals focused on hygieneUsers aiming to break face-touching habitsHealth-conscious professionalsStudents and remote workersParents monitoring children’s habits
Pros
- Prioritizes user privacy by running locally
- User-friendly browser extension interface
- Consumes low system resources
- Supports behavioral awareness and hygiene improvement
Cons
- Performance may vary based on hardware capabilities
- Requires a functioning webcam
- Not entirely accurate; serves as a general guide
FAQs
How accurate is the Face Touching Detector?
While not perfectly precise, it provides a helpful indication to raise awareness about face-touching habits.
Does the extension share my data with remote servers?
No, it runs entirely locally within your browser, ensuring your privacy remains protected.
Can this extension slow down my computer?
No, it is designed to operate with low system demands, allowing smooth use alongside your other activities.
Is an internet connection required to use the extension?
No, the extension works offline once installed, utilizing your webcam for monitoring.
How do I install the Face Touching Detector extension?
Download it from your browser’s extension store and follow the setup instructions to activate the monitoring feature.