# LimitYT

> Break free from YouTube distractions while preserving the content you need

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `limityt`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** techinz
- **Category:** privacy-security,appearance,photos-music-videos
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-04-27
- **First published:** 2025-04-24
- **Size:** 647 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/limityt/)

## Description

LimitYT helps you break free from YouTube's attention traps while keeping access to valuable content. The extension removes distracting recommendations, related videos, and addictive Shorts that waste your time.

Unlike total website blockers, LimitYT takes a targeted approach by eliminating algorithmic distractions while preserving search functionality for educational videos. When you encounter blocked content, you'll see motivational messages with productive alternatives.

Simple to use with no configuration needed - install and immediately reclaim hours of your day from mindless scrolling

## Rankings

- #131,222 — Overall
- #215 — limit

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `storage`

### Host permissions

- `*://*.youtube.com/*`

### Content script matches

- `*.youtube.com`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Request access to the following domains: youtube.com
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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