Calmlys for YouTube

Free Chrome Extension

Watch with intention. Remove distractions. Focus on what truly matters: the video you chose to watch.

Works on Chrome, Edge, Brave, Comet and most Chromium-based browsers

Calmlys for Youtube Demo

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What it is

Calmlys for YouTube is a lightweight extension that gives you control over what you see on YouTube. With clear on/off toggles, you decide which distracting elements to hide. No complicated settings—just a calmer feed and a cleaner video page.

Who it's for

Anyone seeking a more mindful YouTube experience

People who want fewer distractions and a more mindful YouTube experience

Students, professionals, and creators who value focus and flow

Anyone aiming to reduce unplanned scrolling and reclaim time

What it does

Use the popup to enable only the controls you want

Hide Home Recommendations

Remove the homepage video grid to prevent impulse clicks

Hide Related Videos

Hide recommended videos in the sidebar while keeping playlists visible

Hide End Screen Videos

Stop end-of-video recommendations from pulling you into more content

Hide Comments

Remove the comments section for a cleaner, less distracting page

Disable Playlists

Hide playlist panels site-wide if they distract from your goal

Hide Shorts Everywhere

Hide Shorts shelves and links across YouTube

You can also quickly Reset to Defaults anytime

How it helps

Stay Focused

Stay focused on your original intent

Reduce Rabbit Holes

Reduce rabbit holes and endless recommendations

Calmer Experience

Create a calmer viewing environment that supports your goals

Simple by design

Calmlys uses intuitive toggles in the popup. Turn features on or off in seconds—no technical setup required. A brief "Saved!" confirmation lets you know your preferences are applied.

Free and available now

Calmlys for YouTube is free to use and works on Chrome and most Chromium-based browsers (e.g., Edge, Brave). Install it, open YouTube, click the Calmlys icon, and choose your preferred level of calm.

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