Stop Wasting Hours on YouTube.
Start Focusing.
Scope blocks YouTube Shorts, hides recommendations, and removes distractions. Watch only what you intentionally choose, not what the algorithm pushes.
Scope
Distraction-Free YouTube
by Scope
Everything You Need to Focus
Powerful tools to take back control of your YouTube experience
Homepage Blocker
Replace YouTube's homepage with a clean focus screen. Only access videos through direct links or intentional search.
Block YouTube Shorts
Remove Shorts from homepage, hide the Shorts tab from sidebar, and filter Shorts from search results. Even blocks /shorts/ URLs.
Scheduled Focus Mode
Set specific hours for distraction-free browsing. Automatically enable focus mode during work or study time. No willpower needed.
Blur Thumbnails
Anti-clickbait blur on thumbnails. See titles only and make conscious choices, not impulse clicks.
New in v2.1Hide Comments and Recs
Remove comments and the recommendation sidebar that pulls you into rabbit holes. Pure content, zero distractions.
Weekly Reports
See your progress every Monday with beautiful charts. Track your focus journey and celebrate your wins.
New in v2.1How It Works
Get started in seconds. No complicated setup required.
Install Extension
Add Scope to Chrome from the Web Store
Pin to Toolbar
Pin Scope for quick one-click access
Configure Settings
Choose what distractions to block
Stay Focused
Enjoy distraction-free YouTube
Built Different. Built Better.
-
Ultra-Lightweight (33 KB)
Won't slow down your browser or affect performance
-
Works Instantly
No setup required. Install and start focusing immediately.
-
Clean Modern UI
Dark theme that's easy on the eyes, day or night
-
One-Click Control
Power button to enable or disable all features instantly
-
Completely Free
No ads, no premium tiers, no hidden costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We've got answers.
Yes, Scope is completely free. There are no ads, no premium tiers, and no hidden costs. We believe everyone deserves a distraction-free YouTube experience without having to pay for it.
No, Scope collects zero personal data. It uses no trackers or analytics, requires no accounts, and everything stays on your device. Your privacy is our priority.
Scope works on Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera, and other Chromium-based browsers. We're working on Firefox support for a future release.
No, Scope is ultra-lightweight at only 33KB and won't slow down your browser or affect performance. It's designed to be efficient and fast, blocking distractions before the page even loads.
Yes! You can easily toggle Scope on or off using the power button in the extension popup. You can also use the scheduled focus feature to automatically enable or disable during specific hours.
You can use the "Report" button in the extension popup or leave a review on the Chrome Web Store. We actively review all feedback and prioritize features based on user requests.
What's New
Ready to Take Back Your Focus?
Install Scope and start watching YouTube intentionally, not impulsively.
Add to Chrome. It's Free