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YT Mindful: Shorts & Time Manager

by madhurichowhan.official · Workflow & Planning
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 18 Oct 2026

Stop mindless scrolling! Start every YouTube Session with Purpose, Limit Addictive Shorts, & Stay accountable with Smart Reminders.

Users
25
+3 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
1
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#141K
#118K among extensions
Version
1.2
updated 29 Jan 2025

Users

monthly, 2 years
01225Dec 2024Dec 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 18 Oct 2026: 25 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 2 years
001Dec 2024Dec 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 18 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 YT Mindful: Shorts & Time Manager

Struggling with endless scrolling? This extension is designed to encourage purposeful viewing, it helps you stay focused. Ready to take control of your screen time? How It Works 1. Install the extension in Chrome. 2. Set Preferences: Decide your purpose, viewing limits, and other settings. 3. Accountability Partner (Optional): Add someone to receive updates about your viewing activity. 4. Start Watching: Get a prompt to declare your purpose before diving into YouTube. 5. Stay Notified: Receive reminders when you exceed limits or stray from your intended goals. Key Features of YT MINDFUL: Shorts &Time Manger • Purpose-Driven Viewing - Decide your reason for watching videos before you start. - Select a category for your YouTube activities, such as learning or entertainment. - Stay focused and aligned with your goals while using YouTube. • Shorts Management - Set daily time limits for YouTube Shorts. - Add "cooling-off" breaks to avoid endless scrolling. - Take control of your Shorts viewing habits to save time. • Accountability System - Add an accountability partner to help you stick to your goals. - Automatically send activity updates via email to your partner. - Keep track of your productive or unproductive patterns together. • Customizable Controls - Adjust viewing limits to match your preferences. - Personalize restriction periods based on your schedule. - Change settings anytime to suit your needs. Who Is This Extension For? • Students: Manage time effectively between studying and entertainment. • Professionals: Balance work and relaxation without distractions. • Habit Builders: Develop healthier YouTube habits over time. • Parents: Monitor and guide your child’s YouTube usage. • Everyone: Reduce unproductive viewing and focus on what matters most. Privacy & Security • No Unnecessary Data Collection: Your preferences and activities stay private. • Secure Email Notifications: Emails are only sent to the accountability partner you choose. • Local Storage Only: All data is stored securely on your device. • No Ads or Tracking: Your focus won’t be interrupted by advertisements or third-party trackers.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+2+8.7%00.00
30 days+3+13.6%00.00
6 months+6+31.6%00.00
1 year+11+78.6%00.00

Chrome Web Store search rankings

Where YT Mindful: Shorts & Time Manager appears when people search the store, with the 30 day change
Search phrasePosition30 days
purpose#71new

Version history

3 versions recorded
1.229 Jan 2025
1.110 Dec 2024
1.04 Dec 2024

Details

Category
Workflow & Planning
First seen
4 Dec 2024
Size
962 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
canva.com
Extension ID
iolakmleokcdcdjnnhaaoobbepmmecnj

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 3, likelihood 1
Permissions
storagealarmstabsscriptingcontextMenus
Site access
https://www.youtube.com/*

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