WhitelistVideo - YouTube Parental Controls for Kids

WhitelistVideo is a Chrome extension that blocks all YouTube content except parent-approved channels and playlists. Unlike YouTube Restricted Mode or YouTube Kids, WhitelistVideo uses whitelist-only filtering — you choose exactly what your child can watch, and everything else is blocked automatically. 1,000+ families trust WhitelistVideo to keep their kids safe on YouTube. HOW WHITELIST-ONLY FILTERING WORKS You approve channels and playlists. We block everything else. No algorithm surprises. No inappropriate content slipping through. 1. Install the Chrome extension on your child's device 2. Create your child's profile at app.whitelist.video 3. Add approved YouTube channels (Khan Academy, CrashCourse, National Geographic, etc.) 4. Generate a 6-digit pairing code and enter it in the extension 5. YouTube is now filtered — only approved content plays Your child sees a safe, curated version of YouTube. Unapproved videos, channels, and search results are blocked in real time. WHO THIS IS FOR WhitelistVideo is built for parents of children ages 3-15 who watch YouTube. It replaces the need for YouTube Kids (which most children outgrow by age 8) and fixes what YouTube Restricted Mode gets wrong (it misses 20-30% of inappropriate content and over-blocks safe educational videos). Ideal for: - Parents who want educational YouTube without algorithm chaos - Homeschooling families using Khan Academy, MIT OpenCourseWare, CrashCourse, or Kurzgesagt - Families where kids have outgrown YouTube Kids but aren't ready for unfiltered YouTube - Parents frustrated with YouTube Restricted Mode missing inappropriate content - Families with shared devices where multiple children need different content rules FEATURES Whitelist-Only YouTube Filtering Only parent-approved channels and playlists can play. Every other video, channel, and search result is blocked automatically. This is stricter than YouTube Restricted Mode and more age-appropriate than YouTube Kids for children ages 8-15. Blacklist Mode (Block Specific Channels) Prefer to block specific channels instead of whitelisting? Blacklist mode lets you block individual channels and keywords while keeping YouTube otherwise open. Use whitelist mode, blacklist mode, or both — depending on your child's age and maturity. Viewing Modes — Curated Feed or Full YouTube Choose between Curated Feed (child only sees approved content, no homepage distractions) and Full YouTube mode (standard YouTube with unapproved content blocked). Switch between modes anytime from the parent dashboard. Playlist Whitelisting (Premium) Approve entire YouTube playlists. All videos in an approved playlist are automatically allowed. Perfect for educational playlists, music collections, or curated learning paths. Up to 10 playlists per child on Premium. AI Content Analysis (Premium) Each video is analyzed by AI in 5-8 seconds before it plays. AI checks video metadata, description, and context to flag potentially inappropriate content — even on whitelisted channels. Category-based whitelisting lets you approve entire topics (Science, Math, Coding, Music, Art) without adding channels one by one. Weekly AI Report (Premium) Receive a weekly AI-generated summary of your child's YouTube activity. See what they watched, how long they watched, which categories were most popular, and any flagged content — delivered to your parent dashboard every week. Parent Dashboard — Manage From Any Device Control everything from app.whitelist.video on your phone, tablet, or computer. Add or remove approved channels with one tap. Monitor viewing activity in real time. Manage multiple children with different content rules. Changes sync to your child's device instantly via real-time push — no waiting, no polling. Unbypassable Protection The extension pairs with optional installers that prevent children from removing or disabling it. Requires parent authentication to modify settings. Works at browser level so it cannot be bypassed through incognito mode or browser settings. Auto-Engagement (Basic & Premium) WhitelistVideo automatically trains YouTube's algorithm to recommend better content for your child. It auto-likes approved videos, auto-subscribes to whitelisted channels, and auto-dislikes blocked content — so YouTube learns what your child should see over time. YouTube Shorts, Comments & Recommendations Control Block YouTube Shorts entirely, hide comments, and control recommendation sections. Reduce distracting or addictive YouTube features while keeping educational content accessible. Request & Approve System Children can request new channels directly from YouTube. Parents receive the request on their dashboard and approve or deny with one tap. This teaches digital literacy while maintaining parental control over content. Search Query Monitoring See exactly what your child searches for on YouTube. Search queries are reported to the parent dashboard in real time, giving you visibility into your child's interests and curiosity. Instant Notifications via WhatsApp & Telegram Get real-time alerts when your child requests a new channel, encounters blocked content, or reaches viewing limits. Connect your WhatsApp or Telegram to receive notifications directly on your phone. COMPANION APPS The Chrome extension is the core product. A parent dashboard at app.whitelist.video lets you manage settings from any browser. Companion apps are also available for children who use devices without Chrome — see whitelist.video for details. PRICING Free plan available — no credit card required. - Free: 1 child, 2 approved channels - Basic ($6.99/month per child): Unlimited children, 30 channels, ad blocking, auto-engagement - Premium ($14.99/month per child): 100 channels, 10 playlists, AI content analysis, weekly AI report, category filtering - Annual plans save up to 30% Start with a free trial — full Premium features for 2 hours, no credit card needed. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. Does WhitelistVideo block Y…