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FocusTube - Hide YouTube Shorts, Recommendations, Suggestions & Block Words

by Arranz Development · focustube.io · Workflow & Planning
Established publisherManifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 16 Oct 2026

Hide YouTube Shorts, recommendations, suggestions, and comments. Block channels and words. The ultimate distraction-free tool.

Users
1,000
0 in 30 days
Rating
4.8 / 5
+0.02 in 30 days
Ratings
33
+3 in 30 days
Store rank
#24K
#20K among extensions
Version
2.5.8
updated 26 Aug 2026

Users

monthly, 3 years
01,5003,000Dec 2023Jun 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 1,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 3 years
01633Dec 2023Jun 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 33 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About FocusTube - Hide YouTube Shorts, Recommendations, Suggestions & Block Words

FocusTube – The Ultimate Productivity & Zen Mode Extension for YouTube FocusTube transforms YouTube into a focused, distraction-free, dopamine-free space. With FocusTube you can hide YouTube Shorts, block suggestions, and build your own Zen mode for mindful, productive video browsing — all in a few clicks, right inside FocusTube. 🎯 NEW: FocusTube's Focus Mode FocusTube's Focus Mode lets you choose WHEN your settings apply, not just what they hide. Pick Always (FocusTube runs all the time), a Timer session with optional breaks, a recurring Schedule for specific days and times, or Off to see YouTube exactly as it is. Your blacklists and toggles stay exactly as you configured them in FocusTube — Focus Mode only decides when they kick in. 🌟 FocusTube's Key Features 🎥 Hide YouTube Shorts FocusTube blocks YouTube Shorts with a single click. Say goodbye to endless scrolling and reclaim your time—perfect for anyone seeking a more intentional, less addictive YouTube experience. 🔍 Hide YouTube Suggestions FocusTube removes recommendations and related videos. Stay in control, avoid rabbit holes, and keep your attention on what truly matters. 💬 Hide YouTube Comments FocusTube eliminates distractions and negativity by hiding the comments section. Enjoy a cleaner, more peaceful interface—ideal for a Zen YouTube mode. 🙈 Hide Blacklisted YouTube Channels Personalize your feed with FocusTube by blocking unwanted channels. Build your own blacklist and see only the content that aligns with your goals. ⚡ FocusTube's Quick Blacklist Button Block a channel straight from the feed — FocusTube adds a button next to every channel name, so you can add it to your blacklist in one click without opening the popup. ⛔ Hide Blacklisted Words in Titles FocusTube filters out videos by keyword. Block clickbait, spoilers, or any content that doesn’t fit your productivity or wellness journey. 🚀 FocusTube's Minimalist Home Page FocusTube turns your YouTube homepage into a clean, centered search screen: the real YouTube logo and the genuine search bar, nothing else. No feed, no rabbit holes—just search for what you came for and go. 🚫 Stop Autoplay After Videos End FocusTube disables YouTube’s autoplay to prevent binge-watching. Take back control and make conscious choices about what you watch next. 🧭 Hide YouTube Sidebar (Guide) FocusTube hides the YouTube sidebar/guide for a minimalist, focused interface — with the option to keep Watch History visible if you still want quick access to it. ✨ Dopamine Detox & Mindful Browsing with FocusTube FocusTube is designed for productivity, digital wellness, and dopamine detox. Create a YouTube environment that supports your focus, learning, and peace of mind. Why Choose FocusTube? 🎯 Productivity Booster: FocusTube blocks distractions, avoids mindless scrolling, and turns YouTube into a tool for learning and growth. 🧘 Zen Mode: FocusTube gives you a minimalist, calm, and clutter-free YouTube—perfect for meditation, study, or work. 🔧 Fully Customizable: FocusTube lets you hide Shorts, comments, suggestions, or anything you want. Build your own distraction-free YouTube. 🚀 Easy to Use: Simple toggles and intuitive controls—no technical skills required. How to Use FocusTube 1. Install FocusTube from the Chrome Web Store. 2. Enable the FocusTube features you want: hide Shorts, block suggestions, activate Focus Mode, and more. 3. Blacklist channels or keywords with FocusTube to filter your feed. 4. Enjoy a focused, productive, and dopamine-free YouTube experience with FocusTube! Install FocusTube now and unlock the most productive, peaceful, and personalized YouTube ever — only with FocusTube.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days0+0.0%00.00
30 days0+0.0%+3+0.02
6 months0+0.0%+12+0.11
1 year+592+145.1%+22−0.18

Chrome Web Store search rankings

Where FocusTube - Hide YouTube Shorts, Recommendations, Suggestions & Block Words appears when people search the store, with the 30 day change
Search phrasePosition30 days
suggestion#20−5
youtube shorts#37+9

Version history

18 versions recorded
2.5.826 Aug 2026
2.5.620 Aug 2026
2.5.518 Aug 2026
2.5.417 Aug 2026
2.5.011 Aug 2026
2.4.816 Apr 2026
2.4.623 Mar 2026
2.4.511 Mar 2026

Details

Category
Workflow & Planning
First seen
12 Dec 2023
Size
485 KB
Languages
de, en, en-GB, fil, id, sw, ms, nl
Pricing
Free
Support
focustube.io
Extension ID
bolmmhkapeekgcjopdmnbmnhgaapbpdb

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 2, likelihood 2
Permissions
storagealarms
Site access
*://*.youtube.com/**://www.youtube.com/**://m.youtube.com/*

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