YouTube Focus: Remove Distractions, Shorts, Suggestions

Tracking since Apr 1, 2026.

Changelog

• Apr 16, 2026
  description

  Ruckit is an extension designed to block distractions on YouTube™. In today's world of endless content, where people’s attention is constantly distributed, Ruckit helps users of all ages and statuses focus on what's really important. 
  
  With Ruckit, you can block unwanted videos and channels, filter content, and clear your feed of anything distracting. This extension gives you the opportunity to improve your concentration, allowing you to rationalize your information and avoid unnecessary internet noise.
  
  • Hide YouTube™ Shorts, Suggestions – disable the display of YouTube™ Shorts, Suggestion, Chip bar and Latest posts for more focused viewing
  • Fill out Blacklist – add unwanted channels, keywords and phrases to a Blacklist for blocking.
  • Protect with password – set a password to protect access to the app and its settings.
  • Get rid of distractions – create a space for focused work without external distractions.
  • Set up Study/Focus mode – customize the interface to optimize the learning process without distractions and minimize distracting elements to enhance productivity.
  
  Join users who have already taken a step towards more conscious content consumption. With Ruckit, you can take control of your YouTube™ experience and achieve your goals without unnecessary distractions.
  
  Version notes
  Version 1.1.2 – October 2025
  – Improved YouTube Shorts removal for smoother browsing experience.
  
  Version 1.1.3 – October 2025
  – Fixed sync issue between YouTube and blacklist settings page.
  
  Version 1.1.4 – October 2025
  – Improved Hidelist: hide comments and video suggestions in the new YouTube player.
  
  Version 1.1.5 – November 2025
  – Fixed bugs
  
  Version 1.1.6 – January 2026
  – Fixed bugs
  
  Version 1.1.7 – January 2026
  – Fixed bugs
  
  Version 1.1.8 – March 2026
  – Added Give a feedback button
  
  Found a bug or have an idea to make it better?
  Send feedback to [email protected] or leave a quick review in the Chrome Web Store — it really helps!

  Ruckit is an extension designed to block distractions on YouTube™. In today's world of endless content, where people’s attention is constantly distributed, Ruckit helps users of all ages and statuses focus on what's really important. 
  
  With Ruckit, you can block unwanted videos and channels, filter content, and clear your feed of anything distracting. This extension gives you the opportunity to improve your concentration, allowing you to rationalize your information and avoid unnecessary internet noise.
  
  • Hide YouTube™ Shorts, Suggestions – disable the display of YouTube™ Shorts, Suggestion, Chip bar and Latest posts for more focused viewing
  • Fill out Blacklist – add unwanted channels, keywords and phrases to a Blacklist for blocking.
  • Protect with password – set a password to protect access to the app and its settings.
  • Get rid of distractions – create a space for focused work without external distractions.
  • Set up Study/Focus mode – customize the interface to optimize the learning process without distractions and minimize distracting elements to enhance productivity.
  
  Join users who have already taken a step towards more conscious content consumption. With Ruckit, you can take control of your YouTube™ experience and achieve your goals without unnecessary distractions.
  
  Version notes
  Version 1.1.2 – October 2025
  – Improved YouTube Shorts removal for smoother browsing experience.
  
  Version 1.1.3 – October 2025
  – Fixed sync issue between YouTube and blacklist settings page.
  
  Version 1.1.4 – October 2025
  – Improved Hidelist: hide comments and video suggestions in the new YouTube player.
  
  Version 1.1.5 – November 2025
  – Fixed bugs
  
  Version 1.1.6 – January 2026
  – Fixed bugs
  
  Version 1.1.7 – January 2026
  – Fixed bugs
  
  Version 1.1.8 – March 2026
  – Added Give a feedback button
  
  Version 1.1.9 – March 2026
  – Fixed black list bugs
  
  Found a bug or have an idea to make it better?
  Send feedback to [email protected] or leave a quick review in the Chrome Web Store — it really helps!

Permissions & access

Permissions

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Host access

*://www.youtube.com/*

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