# Block the shorts

> Stop doomscrolling! Block YouTube Shorts instantly and reclaim your focus.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elias.BlocktheSHorts](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elias.BlocktheSHorts)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.elias.BlocktheSHorts`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** YourNeeds
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 103
- **Version:** 1.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-19
- **First published:** 2026-03-18
- **Publisher country:** MA
- **Size:** 19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.elias.BlocktheSHorts)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EEHzNesRAIq0BULtIFwhuRmrsBRwBrQlU2tXRZIHST0/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EEHzNesRAIq0BULtIFwhuRmrsBRwBrQlU2tXRZIHST0/edit?usp=sharing)

## Description

Reclaim your time, stop Doomscrolling, and get your focus back!<br><br>Are you constantly opening YouTube to watch one educational video, only to realize an hour has passed scrolling through endless short-form videos? Block the Shorts is your ultimate digital wellbeing and productivity tool, designed specifically to break the addiction to short-form content.<br><br>Whether you are trying to study, work on a personal project, or just reduce your screen time, Block the Shorts acts as your personal focus guard. It seamlessly detects when a Short is opened and instantly blocks it, helping you snap out of the scroll and get back to reality.<br><br>Key Features:<br><br>🛡️ Instant Shorts Blocking: Automatically detects and blocks short-form videos on YouTube before you get sucked in. Enjoy regular, long-form videos without the distraction of the infinite feed.<br><br>⏱️ Strict Focus Timer: Need guaranteed deep work? Use the Pomodoro-style Focus Timer to lock the blocker ON for 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or a custom duration. Perfect for studying, reading, or coding sessions.<br><br>🔒 Master Switch: Completely disable short videos with one simple tap.<br><br>🔥 Daily Motivation: Find built-in recommendations for daily quotes and self-improvement tools right on the home screen to keep your mindset sharp.<br><br>🛡️ Privacy First: Your data stays yours. The app uses standard accessibility features to monitor your screen locally. We never collect, store, or share your personal browsing history.<br><br>Who is this for?<br><br>Students needing absolute focus for exams.<br><br>Professionals looking to boost their daily productivity.<br><br>Anyone looking to improve their mental health by cutting out digital noise and dopamine-heavy doomscrolling.<br><br>Take control of your attention span today. Download Block the Shorts and make your phone work for you, not against you!<br><br>(Note: This app uses the Android AccessibilityService API strictly to detect and block short-form video content. No personal data is collected or transmitted.)

## Rankings

- #1,976,319 — 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.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.elias.BlocktheSHorts.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

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