SubTube Only
Browser extension that removes YouTube distractions and shows only subscription-based content.
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SubTube Only is a browser extension designed to reduce distractions on YouTube by focusing the experience around subscription-based content. In this initial version, the extension removes Shorts, recommended videos, trending sections, and homepage clutter, allowing users to primarily view content from channels they follow. It also redirects users to the subscriptions feed by default and simplifies the watch page by hiding related videos and end screen suggestions. Built using Manifest V3 and content scripts, the extension dynamically modifies YouTube’s DOM in real time and handles its single-page application behavior using mutation observers. Basic user preferences are supported through chrome.storage, enabling toggling of core features such as recommendation filtering and layout cleanup. This first version establishes the core functionality and architecture for a distraction-free YouTube experience, with future iterations planned to include more advanced filtering, customization, and user controls.