How to Block YouTube on Your Computer | Windows

We all know how easy it is to get lost in the endless sea of YouTube videos, but did you know that there are tools that can help you take control of YouTube usage? Whether you want to block YouTube entirely, or block certain YouTube channels or videos, block certain keyword search, or set time limits for yourself or your users, HT Parental Controls and HT Work Focus have got you covered.

How to Limit YouTube Time

Set time limits on YouTube for yourself or your users to ensure that they don’t spend all day watching videos and stay focused. This is a great option for students, freelancers, or anyone else who needs to limit their YouTube usage.

  1. Download and install the software on your desktop or laptop with Windows OS.
  2. Open Rules → Website Limits.
  3. Select «Limit» for the YouTube/Video category.
  4. Set time restrictions and create a schedule.
Set Time Limits on YouTube

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How to Block Certain YouTube Channels or Videos

  1. Download and install the software.
  2. Open Rules → Website Limits.
  3. Add the URL addresses of the YouTube channels or videos you want to block to the Custom List.
  4. Select «Block» to block them completely or «Limit» to restrict time on them.
Block YouTube Channels Videos

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How to Block Specific Keywords from YouTube Search Results

  1. Download and install the software.
  2. Open Rules → Website Limits.
  3. Add search queries you don’t want your child to search on YouTube or other sites to the list and select «Block» for them.
This will block these search queries on YouTube and other search engines.
The apps support all popular browsers such as Chrome, Edge, IE, Brave, and Opera. They cannot be bypassed with VPNs and private browser mode.

HT Parental Controls and HT Work Focus offer a variety of options to help you take control of your YouTube usage. You can choose to block YouTube entirely or allow access to only certain videos or channels. You can also block specific keywords from YouTube searches or set time limits to ensure you don’t spend too much time on the platform, or during certain times of the day. With its customizable features, you can tailor your YouTube access to fit your needs and say goodbye to YouTube distractions and hello to a more focused and efficient workday.

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Last updated: March 2, 2023

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