3.13
2023-08-22
Hi folks,
this update adds a new feature: you can now blur the video thumbnail images, as well as remove them -- just click twice on the checkbox! :)
Thanks to the user who suggested this on GitHub -- please keep the feedback and suggestions for improvement on https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Cheers,
Ulrik
3.12.1
2023-08-03
Hi folks,
minor updates on top of the new v3.12:
- the delay animation and customisation settings are now more clearly visible in Dark Mode! :)
- on iPad, now includes how to remove video previews (this was already included on iPhone)
Enjoy!
- Ulrik
Submit suggestions for improvement at: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
3.12
2023-08-02
Hi folks,
this version adds a few more functions and also makes the app more logically organised:
- you can now hide view counts, like counts, and subscriber counts
- the app has been redesigned with an extra heading, a sticky footer, etc. to make it easier to get an overview of its functionality
- improved CSS selector when hiding the entire sidebar, so that video is no longer cut off (iPad in landscape mode only)
Thanks to all of the people who have suggested improvements in reviews or on GitHub -- submit more suggestions here: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Cheers,
Ulrik
3.11
2023-06-05
Hi folks,
on iPad, this update allows you to
- hide the entire sidebar when viewing videos
- hide predictions in search
Remember that the app is open source -- submit suggestions or feedback on https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Enjoy!
- Ulrik
3.9.1
2023-04-13
Hi folks,
with this version, when you hide Shorts, they are now also hidden in the search results.
Also minor UI improvements and bug fixes.
Remember that the app is open source -- submit feedback on https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube/issues
Enjoy!
- Ulrik
3.9
2023-04-11
Hi folks,
this version makes sure that you don't get locked out of the app by mistake, by limiting the max delay time to 600 seconds before the settings show.
If you find that this isn't enough friction to hold yourself accountable, let me know what you think on GitHub: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube/issues
Enjoy!
Ulrik
3.8.1
2023-04-03
Hi folks,
this update fixes a bug in which the timestamps might not show up in the right hand sidebar when related videos were hidden.
It also makes the app more intuitive by making the default that elements are shown unless actively hidden.
Remember that the app is open source. Submit feedback and suggestions here: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Enjoy!
- Ulrik
3.8
2023-04-01
Hi folks,
with this update, you can also hide account profile pictures, and also hide the search option.
These features were requested in reviews or on GitHub -- remember that the app is open source and that you can find the source code and submit feedback on https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Enjoy!
- Ulrik
3.7
2023-03-13
Hi folks,
this update shows how to turn off the annoying auto-playing previews that YouTube just added, which auto-plays a video on top of the recommendations.
Remember that the app is open-source. Submit your feedback etc here: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Enjoy!
- Ulrik
3.6.1
2023-03-06
Hi folks!
This version adds a much-requested feature: you can now some friction to stop yourself from changing the settings to easily!
More precisely, you can now set a number of seconds that you need to wait before the settings appear. You can also decide yourself what message to see during the count down.
Remember that the app is open source -- if you would like to suggest features or have other feedback, go to https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube/issues
Cheers,
Ulrik
3.5
2023-02-21
Hi folks!
With this update you can:
- hide the Library in the menu bar
- hide the thumbnail videos, meaning that you can choose to see the video recommendations as text-only titles, without getting sidetracked by the visuals.
These features were suggested on the app's GitHub repository -- if you have feedback or would like to see other things added, go to https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube/issues
Enjoy!
Ulrik
3.4.1
2023-01-20
Hi folks,
this version fixes a bug in the text shown when you open the app on iPhone.
Enjoy!
3.4
2023-01-19
Hi folks!
This update fixes a few bugs in the CSS selectors for hiding ads. It also makes a bunch of improvements to the internal app logic that should make things work faster! Note that after updating you might have to re-save your preferences.
Remember the app is open source -- flag bugs etc on https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Enjoy!
3.3
2023-01-10
Hi folks! This update makes it more intuitive to switch elements on and off: instead of showing a checkmark to say when element is 'on', it now instead shows a blocking symbol to say when an element is off. Thanks to the users who pointed out the previous solution was confusing!
This update also fixes a couple of bugs in the CSS selectors.
Remember that the app is open source. Report bugs and suggest additional features on GitHub: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Enjoy!
- Ulrik
3.2.1
2022-12-22
Hi folks! This update fixes a bug where the video title could get permanently hidden by the video. Thanks to the user who reported this bug! :)
Enjoy!
3.2
2022-12-19
Hi folks! This version
(i) fixes a number of bugs in the CSS selectors, so that the extension should now target the right elements no matter if you're logged in or not; using YouTube in a different language than English, etc,
(ii) fixes some bugs in how the 'save' button works,
(iii) has a new fresh look for the save button! :)
Enjoy!
Ulrik
3.1
2022-12-08
Hi folks! You can now also control whether you want to see the comments button (it's hidden by defalt), and the subscriptions link on the home page.
Remember that you can submit suggestions for improvement, bugs, etc. at the GitHub repository: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Cheers,
Ulrik
3.0
2022-11-22
Hi folks! On popular request, you can now (finally!) save your own settings that the app will remember next time you open YouTube. :)
Let me know if you have further suggestions for improvement, discover bugs, etc. at the GitHub repository: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Cheers,
Ulrik
1.3.1
2022-10-08
Fixed bug that made the Shorts button misaligned when toggling it on.
Remember that the app is open source -- find the source code here: https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
1.3
2022-05-09
Hi folks!
This update fixes a bug in the previous version that made the Up Next toggle disappear... it is now back! :)
Remember that the app is open source! You can flag bugs and submit ideas for improvement at https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Enjoy!
1.2
2022-04-05
Hi folks!
This version also hides the menu link to YouTube's new Tik-Tok like 'Shorts' section. You can toggle the Shorts link back on when you need it by tapping the extension.
Remember that the app is open source! You can submit ideas for improvement at https://github.com/ulyngs/open-source-no-distractions-for-youtube
Enjoy!
1.1
2022-01-13
Hi all!
This update (i) fixes a bug on some iPhone and iPad dimensions that meant that some content toggles were duplicated and non-functional, (ii) simplifies the activation instructions.
Enjoy! :)