DarkScroll

by mwarshowsky71@gmail.com · Accessibility

Manifest V3 Free

View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 15 Oct 2026

Removes YouTube video thumbnails to reduce scrolling temptation.

Users

−1 in 30 days

Rating

0.0 / 5

unchanged in 30 days

Ratings

0 in 30 days

Store rank

#305K

#246K among extensions

Version

1.0.0

updated 28 May 2025

Users

monthly, 17 months

Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 3 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 17 months

Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 0 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

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About DarkScroll

DarkScroll is a minimalist Chrome extension that removes YouTube video thumbnails by replacing them with a plain black square. Designed to help you break the scroll loop and reduce visual temptation, it’s perfect for those who want a cleaner, less distracting YouTube experience. - Hide all thumbnails instantly - Stay focused while browsing - Lightweight and efficient — no tracking, no ads - 100% open source (view the code on GitHub) Whether you're a productivity nerd or just tired of autoplay bait, DarkScroll gives you a quieter internet.