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BlockYT for Safari

BlockYT for Safari

Shorts blocker for YouTube

36 ratings
84 reviews
🔧 Utilities
📊 Productivity
$2.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 11, 2021
  • March 5, 2026

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Developer

Nikita Kukushkin
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About

This Safari extension helps you focus by blocking distractions on the YouTube website. It removes recommendations, Shorts, and comments, allowing for a more focused viewing experience. Advertisements are not blocked.

✓Block YouTube recommendations
✓Hide YouTube Shorts
✓Disable YouTube comments
✓Safari extension for iOS and macOS
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of BlockYT for Safari. Based on 36 reviews and a 4.0/5 average, it highlights the 11 positives and 11 negatives reviewers mention most about this Utilities app.

Positive things

  • ✅Effectively blocks YT Shorts
  • ⏱️Saves significant time
  • 🎯Helps with focus and reduces distractions
  • 👍Works perfectly on Safari
  • 💰Good value for money
  • ✨Makes YouTube usable again
  • 🚀Fast and efficient
  • 💯Does exactly what it says
  • 🔧Developers are responsive and helpful
  • 💡One-off purchase model appreciated
  • 📱Works on Mac, iPad, and iPhone

Negative things

  • 🐛Doesn't always block Shorts completely
  • 🐛Comments section blocking is inconsistent
  • 🐛Unstable on macOS Safari
  • 🐛Blocks all videos on the main feed for some users
  • 🐛Doesn't work in the YouTube app
  • 🐛Some users experience YouTube ad block warnings
  • 🐛Can break the site on iOS when Shorts blocking is enabled
  • 🐛Account profile picture not visible for some users
  • 🐛Some users still see recommendations and sidebar clutter
  • 🐛YouTube now detects and stops video play for some users
  • 🐛Limited customizability compared to other extensions
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What's New in BlockYT for Safari

1.3.20

March 5, 2026

Block "recommended" subscriptions

User reviews

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Good app

It’d be cool if I could select specific YouTube channels to block from my recommendations/search results
TctxtctcTctxtctc

Addicted

I have a very addictive personality and cannot stop myself from going on shorts.

I deleted TikTok and Instagram a couple months ago, hoping to stop this short form content addiction, but I simply just transitioned to YT shorts, it’s annoying there is no way to disable shorts in app as I use YouTube a lot for educational stuff or DIY.

That said, this extension works perfectly on safari and completely removes YT shorts.

I also find myself getting in meaningless arguments in comment sections,or scrolling through recommendations for ages - you can also block these with the extension.

It takes some fiddling but I have an iPhone and after 5 minutes it was all setup. Delete YouTube and use the one in Safari.

Thank you to the developers of this app, I truly appreciate it.
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Time Saver

Does what is says, nothing more, nothing less. Helps you saving time from doom scrolling comments und keeps you from clicking shining (but often meaningless) shorts.
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Great for Eliminating Distraction

It is very good at allowing you to focus when you need to use Youtube for legitimate reasons and not getting distracted by recommended videos or comments. 100% would reccomend for anyone struggling with YouTube addiction.
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Не до конца убираются шортсы

У меня при включенном режиме «Блокировать Shorts» все еще есть шортсы на боковом меню. Почините пожалуйста
Услуга не оказанаУслуга не оказана

Response from developer

Здравствуйте, к сожалению не получается воспроизвести проблему на моей стороне. Если будет возможность, напишите на почту через кнопку в приложении, попробуем разобраться

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

17 issues

Shorts still appear in the side menu

Bug

YouTube won't open or parts of the screen won't open on macOS Safari

Bug

Not a single short is blocked for some users

Bug

Comment sections are not blocked

Bug

Shorts are not blocked from the search history or homepage

Bug

Blocks all videos on the main feed, but shorts still show up

Bug

Doesn't block shorts anymore

Bug

No option to block shorts

Bug

YouTube sees the extension and stops video play

Bug

Hiding comments doesn't work

Bug

No option to hide views and likes

Bug

Currently not blocking all shorts

Bug

Shorts blocking on iOS can break the site (search, channel navigation)

Bug

Can't see account profile pic

Bug

Doesn't work after installation and activation

Bug

Doesn't block short videos on the home page, comments on shorts, or recommendations when searching

Bug

Getting YouTube ad block warning

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Requested Features

7 requests

Option to select specific YouTube channels to block

Feature

Ability to lock the app with a PIN or passcode

Feature

Feature to block Instagram Reels and Explore Page

Feature

More customizability options (e.g., Home Feed, Video Sidebar, Subscriptions, Video Info)

Feature

Option to replace blocked content with custom text, icon, or image

Feature

App for Reddit

Feature

More sites supported

Feature

FAQ

What does BlockYT do?

BlockYT is a Safari extension designed to enhance your YouTube experience by blocking distracting elements on the website. It specifically targets recommendations, YouTube Shorts, and comments, helping you maintain focus and sanity.

What specific content can BlockYT block on YouTube?

This extension allows you to block several types of content on YouTube. You can choose to block recommendations to avoid distractions, hide Shorts to maintain your focus, and disable comments to form your own opinions without external influence.

Does BlockYT block YouTube advertisements?

No, BlockYT does not block advertisements on YouTube. Its primary function is to remove distractions like recommendations, Shorts, and comments, allowing for a more controlled viewing environment. Advertisements will still be visible.

What devices is BlockYT compatible with?

BlockYT is available as a Safari extension for Apple devices. This includes iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers, ensuring a consistent experience across your Apple ecosystem when browsing YouTube.

How can BlockYT improve my YouTube experience?

By blocking elements that often lead to distraction and time-wasting, BlockYT helps you stay on track with the content you intend to watch. Whether you want to avoid endless scrolling through recommendations or the rapid-fire nature of Shorts, this extension provides a cleaner, more focused interface.