Block distracting content on YouTube and Reddit. Focus on what matters.
Users
41
+9 in 30 days
Rating
0.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
0
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#117K
#97K among extensions
Version
0.1.6
updated 16 Jun 2026
Users
monthly, 7 months
Latest, 15 Oct 2026:41 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 7 months
Latest, 15 Oct 2026:0 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About Scroll Detox: YouTube & Reddit Feed Blocker
โฑ๏ธ 2 hours a day. Right now, algorithms are stealing your time.
Scroll Detox starts working the moment you install it.
No buttons to toggle, no willpower needed every morning.
Installation is the start.
๐ช How it works:
๐ YouTube โ Escape the algorithm
- Home feed auto-blocked โ the average user loses 28 minutes on the home page
- Shorts auto-blocked โ 34 seconds ร 97 per day = 55 minutes gone without noticing
- Subscription feed blocked โ notifications arrive but the feed stays hidden
๐ Reddit โ Search works, feeds disappear
- Home/Popular/News/Explore feeds individually blocked
- Individual subreddits and search stay intact โ keep the subreddits that matter
๐ Schedule โ Most popular setting: 9 AM โ 6 PM
- Auto-block during work/study hours, free after
- Set different schedules per day
- Multiple schedule groups supported
๐ Mindfulness โ Not blocking, transitioning
- Clock and mindfulness message on the block screen
- "This moment doesn't belong to the algorithm"
- Dark mode supported
๐ป How to use:
- Click "Add to Chrome." That's it.
- YouTube & Reddit feeds are auto-blocked instantly.
- Adjust sections from the popup if needed.
โ FAQ:
๐ Is it free?
โ Completely free. No ads either.
๐ Does it collect my data?
โ No. All settings are stored locally in your browser. No server transmission.
๐ Can I still see specific subreddits or channels?
โ Yes. Individual subreddits, search, and channel pages are always allowed.
๐ Can I turn it off completely?
โ You can turn off sections or adjust schedules from the popup at any time.