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Focused YouTube

Remove ads, shorts, and algorithmic suggestions on YouTube (EN/NL/DE/FR)

How to install

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey, Greasemonkey or Violentmonkey to install this script.

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey to install this script.

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey or Violentmonkey to install this script.

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey or Userscripts to install this script.

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey to install this script.

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How to install

You will need to install an extension such as Stylus to install this style.

You will need to install an extension such as Stylus to install this style.

You will need to install an extension such as Stylus to install this style.

You will need to install a user style manager extension to install this style.

You will need to install a user style manager extension to install this style.

You will need to install a user style manager extension to install this style.

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Author
Richard B
Daily installs
0
Total installs
93
Ratings
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Version
34
Created
2025-06-29
Updated
2025-09-03
Size
18 KB
License
MIT
Applies to

Focused YouTube - Clean & Distraction-Free Experience

Transform YouTube into a focused, productivity-friendly platform by removing algorithmic distractions and unwanted content.

🎯 What This Script Does

Removes Distractions:

  • Eliminates all YouTube Shorts from homepage, search results, and channel pages
  • Blocks ads and promotional content
  • Hides algorithmic filter bar (category chips like "Gaming", "Music", etc.)
  • Removes related videos sidebar and end-screen suggestions
  • Hides sponsored content across multiple languages

Enhanced Video Experience:

  • Automatically enables cinema mode for immersive viewing
  • Blocks autoplay to prevent endless scrolling
  • Hides live chat, mini-player, and navigation buttons
  • Skips video ads automatically

Homepage Control:

  • Option to redirect homepage to Subscriptions, Watch Later, or Library
  • Configurable homepage suggestions (hide all, limit rows, or disable infinite scroll)
  • Clean search results without algorithmic interference

🌍 Multi-Language Support

Works seamlessly with YouTube in:

  • English
  • Dutch (Nederlands)
  • German (Deutsch)
  • French (Français)

⚙️ Customizable Settings

All features can be toggled on/off by editing the DEFAULT_SETTINGS object. Conservative defaults ensure broad compatibility while maintaining core functionality.

🚨 Perfect For

  • Students avoiding YouTube rabbit holes
  • Professionals who need focused video consumption
  • Anyone wanting to use YouTube intentionally rather than getting lost in recommendations
  • Users who prefer a clean, minimal interface

🔧 Technical Features

  • Lightweight CSS-based blocking with JavaScript enhancements
  • Smart spacing fixes prevent layout issues
  • Works on both desktop and mobile YouTube
  • Cross-platform compatibility with fallback selectors

Based on the excellent work by Kervyn's Focused YouTube project, enhanced with cinema mode, filter bar removal, improved spacing, and multi-language support.