# No Shorts Disable Shorts/Reels

> No Scroll : Block Reels and Shorts &amp; have an option to disable short videos.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.app.noshorts](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.app.noshorts)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.app.noshorts`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Sarkari Exam app, Sarkari Result
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 162,528
- **Rating:** 4.41 / 5 (3,447 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-08-31
- **First published:** 2024-09-10
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 6.98 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.noshorts)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.sarkariexam.com/privacy-policy-no-shorts](https://www.sarkariexam.com/privacy-policy-no-shorts)

## Description

**No Shorts (No Scroll)** is a productivity Chrome extension designed to help you avoid doom scrolling through short video content such as reels and shorts in your favorite apps. It disables short videos while keeping the app fully functional, allowing you to stay mindful and focus on what truly matters.

**Key Features:**
- Blocks and disables short videos to curb distraction.
- Enables you to choose which apps to control.
- Intuitive and lightweight with a user-friendly interface.
- Operates securely using the Android Accessibility API without collecting personal data.

Simply grant accessibility permissions, activate No Shorts for your selected apps, and enjoy a distraction-free browsing experience that promotes better focus and productivity.

## Rankings

- #176,485 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.app.noshorts.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users appreciate that the app effectively disables YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels, helping reduce distractions and improve focus. It is praised for working as advertised, being simple to use, and recommended by many. However, some common issues include the app stopping intermittently after a few days, requiring permission resets, incomplete blocking on browsers, and occasional ads. Privacy concerns are also noted. Overall, the app is well-regarded for its core functionality but could improve stability and permission management.

### Pros

- Effectively disables YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels, helping users stay focused and avoid distractions.
- Works as advertised and is considered a great or excellent app by many users.
- Generally reliable and appreciated for its intended functionality, with users recommending it.
- Simple and intuitive to use, appreciated by users who want to avoid short video content.
- Helps users reduce their time-wasting habits associated with shorts and reels videos.

### Cons

- App sometimes stops working after running for a couple of days, requiring users to reopen it and reset accessibility permissions.
- Users need to manually re-enable permissions when the app stops functioning, indicating bugs related to stability and permission handling.
- Does not completely remove shorts in browser versions or outside certain apps.
- App shows ads while in use, which some users find intrusive.
- Some users have concerns about privacy due to the app's control over phone accessibility settings.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.app.noshorts)
