YouTube Focus Mode
Instantly hide Shorts, Recommendations, and distractions.
As of June 2026, YouTube Focus Mode has 5 users and a 5.00/5 rating from 1 reviews in the Workflow & Planning category.
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Version
1.1
Manifest V3
History
5 snapshotsTracking since Apr 3, 2026.
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| Date | Users | Rating | Reviews | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2026 | 6 | 5.00 | 1 | 1.1 |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 5 | 5.00 | 1 | 1.1 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | 6 | 5.00 | 1 | 1.1 |
| May 21, 2026 | 5 | 5.00 | 1 | 1.1 |
| May 30, 2026 | 6 | 5.00 | 1 | 1.1 |
| Now | 5 | 5.00 | 1 | 1.1 |
Permissions & access
- Permissions
- storage
- Host access
- https://www.youtube.com/*
Screenshots
About
YouTube Focus Mode Reclaim your time and stay in the flow. YouTube is an incredible tool for learning, but it’s designed to keep you scrolling. YouTube Focus Mode puts you back in control by removing the "rabbit holes" that lead to hours of lost productivity. What it does: This extension allows you to instantly hide the most addictive parts of YouTube with a single click. Unlike other tools, Focus Mode works instantly—you don't have to refresh your page or stop your current video to change your settings. Why install it? Kill the Infinite Scroll: Hide YouTube Shorts shelves and tabs so you aren't tempted by short-form loops. Deep Work Environment: Hide the sidebar recommendations to stay focused on the video you actually intended to watch. Quiet the Noise: Hide the comments section to avoid spoilers, arguments, and general distractions. Zero Friction: The clean, simple interface stays out of your way and applies your choices immediately. Privacy First: We don't track what you watch. Your settings are your own. Whether you are a student studying for exams or a professional learning a new skill, YouTube Focus Mode helps you use the platform with intention.
Technical
- Version
- 1.1
- Manifest
- V3
- Size
- 7.93KiB
- Min Chrome
- 88
- Languages
- 1
- Featured
- No
Metadata
- ID
- logehcpchcddpiokhlbhoohdklikgpam
- Developer ID
- uf94a169643bb647cf61c7233df47c048
- Developer Email
- [email protected]
- Created
- Jan 20, 2026
- Last Updated (Store)
- Jan 22, 2026
- Last Scraped
- Jun 8, 2026
- Website
- —
- Support URL
- —
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