Focused Youtube

Open source extension that removes comments/recommendations from Youtube: https://github.com/makaroni4/focused_youtube

Focused Youtube: Distraction-Free Viewing

"Focused Youtube" is an open-source Chrome extension designed to enhance your YouTube experience by removing comments and recommendations. It transforms the homepage to show only the search bar and offers a popup to toggle comments on video pages. The latest version includes an option to disable the extension temporarily. Access playlists, liked videos, and watch history effortlessly by hovering over the YouTube logo. Enjoy a distraction-free environment while browsing YouTube without data collection.

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Extension stats

By: makaroni4

Users: 10,000+

Rating: 4.88

(292)

0.01

Version: 3.3 (Last updated: 2025-03-04)

Creation date: 2019-01-06

Permissions:

storage

Host permissions:

https://www.youtube.com/*
https://m.youtube.com/*

Size: 2.31M

Email: ma*****@gmail.com

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 7,025 ▲ 79

Other rankings

#648 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 6 #83 in youtube keyword 67 ▲ 46 #142 in logo keyword 3 ▲ 5 #147 in chrome homepage keyword 19 ▼ 9

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

Helps users focus and reduce distractions while using YouTube
Effective in managing YouTube addiction and procrastination
Minimalistic design that promotes purposeful viewing
Easy to use with a clean interface
Significantly reduces screen time on YouTube

Cons

Too easy to disable, with suggestions for a password feature
Lack of customization options for the interface
Some users requested additional features like scheduling and trending tags

Most mentioned

Reduces distractions from recommendations and autoplay
Provides a minimalist viewing experience
Helps with time management
Users highly recommend it for maintaining focus while studying or working

User reviews

excellent, what i need

Павел Щеглов, 2025-03-10

This is very nice for programmers/students! But there's not dark theme ):

Squacky, 2025-03-09

This is what i needed for my study, Thanks!!!

yogesh kumar, 2025-03-09

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Focused Youtube requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Focused Youtube. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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