Provides a distraction-free YouTube watching experience by hiding unnecessary elements.

Latest Version

Version

1.1

Update

November 10, 2024

Size

31.33KiB

Developer

PureFocus Extension

Purefocus – Enhanced Distraction-Free YouTube Experience

Stay focused on what matters. Enjoy a consistently clean and distraction-free YouTube interface.

Description:

Tired of getting sidetracked by endless recommendations, comments, and clutter while watching videos on YouTube? Purefocus is here to help you regain control of your viewing experience.

What's New in Version 1.1:

Improved Dynamic Content Handling:
Seamless Experience: Purefocus now intelligently monitors and hides distracting elements even as you navigate within YouTube without reloading the page.
Consistent Distraction-Free Viewing: Whether you're clicking on new videos, exploring channels, or browsing playlists, distracting elements remain hidden, providing a smooth and uninterrupted experience.

Key Features:

Hide Distracting Elements:
Recommended Videos Sidebar: Remove the temptation of suggested videos and stay on track.
Comments Section: Avoid getting lost in the comments and focus solely on the content.
Homepage Recommendations: Declutter your YouTube homepage by hiding video suggestions.
End Screen Suggestions: Prevent end-of-video recommendations from disrupting your focus.

Intelligent Content Monitoring:
Dynamic Content Handling: Purefocus uses advanced technology to monitor and manage dynamic content loading on YouTube.
Mutation Observers: Ensures that distractions remain hidden even as new content appears or when navigating through YouTube's single-page application architecture.

User-Friendly Design:
Easy Activation: Simply click the Purefocus icon to activate the distraction-free mode.
Lightweight and Efficient: Optimized for performance, ensuring smooth browsing without slowing down your browser.
Professional Appearance: Clean design with an intuitive interface and icons.

Why Choose Purefocus?

Enhance Productivity:
Eliminate distractions that consume your time and attention.
Ideal for students, professionals, and anyone who wants to make the most out of their time on YouTube.

Improve Focus:
Concentrate on educational content, tutorials, or any video without unnecessary interruptions.
Create a calm and focused viewing environment.

Privacy Conscious:
Purefocus does not collect or transmit any personal data.
Open-source code ensures transparency and trustworthiness.

Upcoming Features:

We're constantly working to improve Purefocus. Here's what's coming soon:

Customization Options:
Choose which elements to hide or show according to your preferences.
Select different focus levels to tailor your experience.

Support for More Platforms:
Extend distraction-free viewing to other video sites like Vimeo and Dailymotion.

Scheduling and Focus Modes:
Set specific times to enable distraction-free mode automatically.

How to Use:

Install Purefocus: Click \"Add to Chrome\" to install the extension.
Activate Distraction-Free Mode: Navigate to YouTube and click the Purefocus icon in your browser toolbar.
Enjoy a Cleaner YouTube: Distracting elements will be hidden, allowing you to focus on the content.
Navigate Freely: Continue browsing YouTube, and Purefocus will ensure distractions remain hidden throughout your session.

Source Manifest.json

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