Blocking YouTube Shorts on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you tired of unwanted YouTube shorts videos popping up on your iPhone screen? Do you want to block them for good? In this article, we’ll show you how to block YouTube shorts on iPhone in a simple and effective way.
Why Block YouTube Shorts on iPhone?
Before we dive into the process, let’s quickly discuss why you might want to block YouTube shorts on iPhone. You might want to do this for:
- Reducing screen clutter: Some users might find YouTube shorts videos distracting or overwhelming, and blocking them helps to declutter your screen.
- Protecting mental health: Exposure to too many ads or videos can be stressful, and blocking YouTube shorts might help to reduce mental health concerns.
- Setting boundaries: You might want to block YouTube shorts to limit your screen time or focus on other activities.
How to Block YouTube Shorts on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Here’s a step-by-step guide to blocking YouTube shorts on iPhone:
Step 1: Open the YouTube App
- Open the YouTube app on your iPhone. [Open the YouTube app on your iPhone]
Step 2: Access Settings
- Once you’re in the YouTube app, tap on your profile picture or username in the top right corner. [Tap on your profile picture or username]
- Scroll down and tap on "Settings". [Tap on Settings]
Step 3: Scroll Down to Video Settings
- Once you’re in the settings, scroll down and tap on "Video settings". [Tap on Video settings]
Step 4: Block YouTube Shorts
- Tap on "Blocked apps": This will take you to a list of blocked apps. [Tap on "Blocked apps"]
- Scroll down to YouTube: Look for YouTube and tap on it. [Scroll down to YouTube]
- Toggle "Allow" to "Blocked": [Toggle "Allow" to "Blocked"] will turn off YouTube shorts.
Step 5: Confirm Blocking
- Tap on "Block": Once you’ve blocked YouTube shorts, you’ll be prompted to confirm. [Tap on "Block"]
- Confirm Blocking: [Tap on "Block"] again to confirm blocking YouTube shorts. [Confirm Blocking]
Alternative Method: Block YouTube Shorts using Screen Time
- Open the Screen Time app on your iPhone. [Open the Screen Time app]
- Tap on "Content & Privacy Restrictions". [Tap on Content & Privacy Restrictions]
- Tap on "Family Sharing" and then "General". [Tap on Family Sharing]
- Tap on "Content restrictions". [Tap on Content restrictions]
- Scroll down to YouTube and toggle "YouTube Shorts" to "Blocked". [Toggle YouTube Shorts to "Blocked"]
Alternative Method: Block YouTube Shorts using Safari
- Open the Safari app on your iPhone. [Open the Safari app]
- Go to the Shorts tab at the bottom of the screen. [Go to the Shorts tab]
- Tap on "Search" and type "YouTube" in the search bar. [Type "YouTube" in the search bar]
- Once you’re in the YouTube shorts page, tap on the "Menu" button ( three horizontal lines) and then tap on "Share". [Tap on the Menu button and then tap on "Share"]
- Scroll down to the "Blocked" section and tap on it. [Tap on the "Blocked" section]
- Once you’re in the blocked list, you can select the "YouTube" listing and tap on the "Move to Blocking" button. [Select the "YouTube" listing and tap on the "Move to Blocking" button]
Tips and Variations
- You can block YouTube shorts for specific days or periods by selecting the day or period and clicking on "Blocked".
- You can also block YouTube shorts for specific apps by selecting the app and clicking on "Blocked".
- Some users might prefer to block YouTube shorts using a third-party app, such as Duoton. [Duoton is a third-party app that can block YouTube shorts]
Conclusion
Blocking YouTube shorts on iPhone is a simple and effective way to manage your screen time and reduce distractions. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily block YouTube shorts on your iPhone and enjoy a more clutter-free and focused screen experience.