Rewire for YouTube

by Abhishek · Tools

Manifest V3 Free

View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 21 Oct 2026

Take control of YouTube. Block Shorts, remove distractions, and stay focused with daily limits and focus mode.

Users

+9 in 30 days

Rating

5.0 / 5

unchanged in 30 days

Ratings

0 in 30 days

Store rank

#154K

#128K among extensions

Version

1.1.0

updated 23 Aug 2026

Users

monthly, 6 months

Latest, 21 Oct 2026: 20 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 6 months

Latest, 21 Oct 2026: 1 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 Rewire for YouTube

Rewire for YouTube helps you reclaim your time and attention by transforming YouTube from an infinite distraction into a mindful digital experience. YouTube Shorts and algorithmic recommendations can effortlessly consume your free time. Rewire puts you back in control with features designed to encourage intentional browsing and break endless viewing habits. Features: Shorts Blocking :- Completely hides YouTube Shorts from your home feed, search results, and navigation so you don't accidentally fall into doomScrolling. Daily Limits :- Set customizable daily time limits to establish healthier viewing boundaries. Focus Mode :- A distraction-free environment that hides algorithmic recommendations, comments, and the sidebar. Usage Tracking :- Monitor your watch time and build distraction-free streaks to stay motivated. Enjoy the content you intended to watch without falling down the rabbit hole. Take back your digital wellbeing today!