Focusly – Block YouTube Creators, Shorts & Distracting Websites

Block YouTube creators, channels & Shorts - and any distracting website. Set daily limits, schedules and focus sessions.

Focusly – Block YouTube Creators, Shorts & Distracting Websites Is there ONE YouTuber who keeps eating up your day? Focusly lets you block specific YouTube creators by name. Their videos will be blocked, so they won't distract you, while you still keep access to tutorials and other valuable content. Built for students, remote workers, and anyone who knows exactly WHICH corner of the internet steals their time. 🎥 Block YouTube Shorts & Creators Take control of YouTube distractions with blocking tools almost no other extension offers: - Block YouTube creators and channels by name (@username) - Block YouTube Shorts with one click - Hide blocked channels directly in Google and Bing search results - Smart creator matching — no need to type the exact full name - Keep using YouTube for learning and tutorials — block only what hurts you 🚫 Smart Website Blocking Block specific websites or entire categories such as social media, shopping, or news. Subdomains are blocked automatically, and built-in bypass protection keeps your focus sessions distraction-free. ⏱️ Focus Sessions (Pomodoro Mode) Customizable work and break intervals with automatic session tracking and a clean, distraction-free timer. 📊 Daily Limits & Productivity Insights Set time limits for distracting websites and see how you spend time online. Track progress across days and weeks to build stronger digital habits. 🎨 Clean, Modern Interface Minimal, fast design with dark and light modes, popup controls, and Chrome side panel access. 🌍 Multilingual Available in English, Polish, and Spanish — more languages coming. 🔒 Your Browsing Stays Private Your browsing history and blocklists stay on your device — they are never uploaded or sold. Focusly collects only anonymous usage statistics (like which features are used) to improve the product. ❓ FAQ How do I block a specific YouTube channel? Open the channel or type its @username in Focusly — one click and it disappears from your feed, search, and recommendations. How do I block YouTube Shorts? Toggle "Block Shorts" once. The Shorts feed and shelf are removed everywhere on YouTube. Can I block a website only during work hours? Yes — use Focus Sessions or set daily time limits per site. 👩‍💻 Perfect For - Students preparing for exams - Remote workers managing online distractions - Professionals doing deep, focused work - Anyone breaking a YouTube or social media habit 🚀 Actively Maintained Regular updates and new features shaped by user feedback. Focusly is built by an independent developer — every review and suggestion genuinely matters.