Block low-quality, clickbait, and brain-rotting YouTube content with a single click. Filter.

Latest Version

Version
1.0
Update
January 2, 2025
Size
1020KiB
Developer
Category
Users
0
Rating
0 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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YouTube BrainRot Blocker Extension

YouTube BrainRot Blocker - A powerful browser extension designed to enhance your YouTube viewing experience by filtering out clickbait, low-quality content, and distracting videos. This extension helps you maintain a focused and productive YouTube environment by offering comprehensive channel and keyword filtering capabilities.
Key Features:
Channel Blocking:

Block specific YouTube channels with a single click
Flexible blocking durations (30 minutes, 1 hour, 4 hours, 24 hours, 1 week, or permanent)
Quick blocking from video context menus
Curated list of known clickbait and low-quality content channels
Weekly updated channel database covering multiple categories

Keyword Filtering:

Block videos containing specific keywords or phrases
Advanced filtering options including case sensitivity and whole word matching
Comprehensive curated keyword list updated weekly
Multiple keyword categories targeting different types of content:

Clickbait titles
Challenge videos
Drama content
Reaction videos
Prank content
Family vlog spam
Lifestyle drama
Generic clickbait
Spam phrases



Smart Content Detection:

Automatically hides blocked content from:

Home page recommendations
Search results
Sidebar suggestions
Channel pages
Subscription feed


Real-time filtering of dynamically loaded content
Clean interface integration with YouTube's native design

Privacy & Security:

No data collection or external transmission
All preferences stored locally on your device
No account or login required
Operates entirely within YouTube.com domain
Regular security updates

Customization Options:

Enable/disable curated blocklists
Custom block duration settings
Flexible keyword matching rules
Easy-to-use settings interface
Search and manage blocked items

Weekly Updated Curated Lists:
Our team regularly updates the curated lists of channels and keywords to stay current with trending clickbait and low-quality content patterns. Categories include:
Channels:

Drama channels
Clickbait challenge creators
Reaction channels
Prank channels
Family vloggers
Lifestyle drama
Clickbait mystery
Shock value content
Misleading content creators

Keywords:

Clickbait phrases
Challenge terminology
Drama indicators
Reaction content markers
Prank-related terms
Family vlog buzzwords
Drama-inducing phrases
Generic clickbait terms
Spam indicators

User Benefits:

Reduced exposure to clickbait content
More focused YouTube browsing experience
Time-saving content filtering
Customizable content preferences
Clean and clutter-free interface
Better recommendation algorithm training
Improved productivity while using YouTube

Technical Details:

Lightweight and efficient performance
Minimal system resource usage
Regular maintenance updates
Compatible with latest YouTube interface
Seamless integration with YouTube's design

Installation:
Simple one-click installation from the Chrome Web Store. No additional setup required. Start blocking unwanted content immediately after installation.
Updates and Maintenance:

Weekly curated list updates
Regular performance optimizations
Bug fixes and stability improvements
New feature additions based on user feedback
Compatibility updates for YouTube changes

Usage Instructions:

Install the extension
Click the extension icon to access controls
Enable desired blocking features
Customize block settings as needed
Browse YouTube with filtered content

Support:

Regular updates and maintenance
Bug reporting system
Feature request consideration
Active development
Community-driven improvements

Privacy Commitment:

No personal data collection
No tracking or analytics
No external data transmission
Local storage only
Complete user privacy

This extension is perfect for:

Students wanting to stay focused
Professionals using YouTube for research
Parents managing children's content
Users tired of clickbait
Anyone seeking quality content

Our commitment to maintaining a high-quality, regularly updated filtering system ensures that your YouTube experience remains free from unwanted, low-quality content. The extension adapts to evolving content trends through weekly updates to both channel and keyword databases, providing ongoing protection against new forms of clickbait and distracting content.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "YouTube BrainRot Blocker", "version": "1.0", "description": "Block low-quality, clickbait, and brain-rotting YouTube content with a single click. Filter.", "action": { "default_icon": "icons/logo.png", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "icons": { "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "permissions": ["storage", "tabs"], "content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["*://*.youtube.com/*"], "js": ["content.js"], "run_at": "document_end" } ], "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": ["icons/*", "channel-list.json"], "matches": ["*://*.youtube.com/*", "*://*/*"] } ], "options_page": "settings.html", "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "author": "Your Name", "homepage_url": "https://github.com/yourusername/youtube-brainrot-blocker"}
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