Stay focused on YouTube

YouFocus is a free Chrome extension that removes YouTube distractions, hides recommendations, blocks channels, and helps you stay fully focused while studying or working on YouTube.

Install on Chrome — it's free

Free • No sign-up • No data collection

YouFocus Chrome extension interface — Study/Work mode popup with time tracking
YouFocus focus history dashboard — Study and Work video tracking with time analytics

Why this matters

YouTube is the biggest source of distraction

Endless recommendations and Shorts pull you away from what matters. This YouTube productivity extension helps you stay focused.

Staying focused is hard

Without focus tools for YouTube, it's nearly impossible to resist the algorithm's pull. YouFocus Chrome extension solves this.

YouFocus removes distractions

Clean YouTube homepage, blocked channels, and focused history keep you on track. The best study tool for YouTube learners.

Perfect for students & developers

Turn YouTube into a learning tool, not a time sink. This YouTube focus extension is designed for productivity and study.

Features

1

Study & Work modes

Hide recommendations, Shorts, and distractions while you learn or work.

2

Time tracking

See how much time you actually spend in Study, Work, and Normal modes.

3

Focused watch history

Separate Study/Work history with video titles, channels, watch time, and notes.

4

Channel blocking

Add distracting channels to a "Fun list" and block them automatically in focus modes.

5

Notes per video

Save quick notes or key ideas for each study/work video.

6

Light & dark themes

Interface matches your system or can be toggled manually.

How it works

1

Install the extension

Add YouFocus YouTube productivity extension from the Chrome Web Store in one click. Free Chrome extension for better focus.

2

Choose a mode

Switch between Study mode, Work mode, or Focus Off directly from the popup. Customize your YouTube experience.

3

Stay in control

YouTube homepage is clean, distracting channels are blocked, and your focus time is tracked automatically. Perfect YouTube study tool.

Privacy first

YouFocus stores all data locally in your browser.
We do not send, collect, or sell any personal information.
Your Study/Work history and notes stay on your device.

FAQ

Is YouFocus free?

Yes, YouFocus is free to use.

Do you collect any data?

No. All data (stats, history, notes, settings) is stored locally in your browser.

Does it work only on YouTube?

Yes, YouFocus is built specifically for YouTube.

From the blog

Learn more about YouTube focus modes, productivity and distraction-free studying.

YouTube Focus Mode: How to Remove Distractions and Actually Get Things Done

A practical breakdown of why YouTube is so distracting, how a focus mode helps, and how YouFocus turns YouTube into a real study tool instead of a time sink.

Read the article about YouTube Focus Mode

How to Stay Focused on YouTube While Learning Programming

Clean up YouTube, remove distractions, and keep programming tutorials front and center so you can learn faster without the algorithm pulling you away.

Read the article for learners and developers
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