How to Block YouTube on Android in Quick and Simple Ways

  • 24 October 2024
  • 8 mins read

If you are a parent who’s concerned about your kids watching YouTube all the time, the best way to control this behavior is to block the platform. Whether you're a parent who wants to restrict kids from endlessly watching videos or someone looking for a digital detox, this blog can guide you on how to do it. Here are a few ways to block YouTube on your Android device and get control over your screen time. 

3 Ways to Block YouTube on Android

Here are three ways to do it on your own:

Method 1: Use a Blocking App

  1. Go to Google PlayStore on your Android phone.
  1. Tap on the Search icon on the bottom right corner of the screen.
  1. Then tap on the Search bar, type App Blocker in the search bar, and then tap on the Search icon on the bottom right corner of the keypad.
  1. Tap on any app that seems trustworthy to you from the search results.
  1. Once the page is opened, tap on the Install button on it.
  1. After that wait for a while until it is downloaded. Once the app is downloaded tap on the Open button next to the uninstall option.
  1. Next, tap on the Get Started option at the bottom of the next page.
  1. After that tap on any reason you are going to use this app for.
  1. After that tap on the Continue option at the bottom of the next page.
  1. Then tap on the Continue button again at the bottom of the next page.
  1. After that, set the timer of the usage of the phone and tap on the Continue button again.
  1. Then tap on the Go to Settings option at the bottom of the page.
  1. Next, tap on the App Block option on the next page.
  2. Then switch on the toggle of the Permit Usage Access option.
  3. After that check the terms they mention and tap on the OK button on the bottom right corner of the screen.
  1. Then tap on the Set Up Now option at the bottom of the next page.
  2. Now tap on the YouTube app option and then tap on the Save button on the bottom right corner of the page.
  1. If you want to block its website then tap on the Block option and if you just want to block the app then tap on the Not Now option.
  1. Now tap on the Save option at the bottom of the next page.
  1. Then select the timings for the blocking of the app.
  1. After that tap on the Save button at the bottom of the page.
  1. Now tap on the Create button on the next page.
  2. Then finish the settings work first, once you adjust the settings tap on the Start button in the Quick Block option.
  1. Now open the YouTube app, you will see that YouTube is blocked.

Method 2: Use an In-Built Digital Well-Being and Parental Controls Feature

  1. First of all, go to the Settings app on your smartphone.
  2. After that, scroll down a little and tap on the Digital Well-Being and Parental Controls.
  3. Then scroll down to the bottom of the next page and tap on the Set Up Parental Controls option.
  4. After that, tap on the Get Started button in the bottom right corner of the screen.
  5. Select Blocked Apps > Manage Apps.
  6. Enter your password and tap the Next button in the bottom right corner.
  7. Switch off the toggle of the YouTube app.
  8. You will see that YouTube will be blocked from your Android device.

Method 3: Use App Disable Setting

  1. Go to the Settings app on your smartphone.
  2. After that tap on the Apps option when the settings app is opened.
  1. Then tap on the Apps option again.
  1. After that scroll down to the bottom of the next page and tap on the YouTube app.
  1. Tap on the Disable option on the next page.
  1. Next, tap on the Disable App option on the popup window.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • How can I block YouTube completely?

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    Launch a web browser and enter the IP address of your router.
    Enter your admin login and password.
    Search for menu items that include terms like URL Filters or blocked websites.
    YouTube.com should be added to your list of blocked pages.

  • How can I stop using YouTube?

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    If you have a habit of watching YouTube at a specific time of day, try a new activity during that time. Keep yourself busy with new habits to avoid falling back into old ones. Ensure success by selecting something that does not require a gadget.

  • How do I permanently block YouTube?

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    If you have an Apple device, such as an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you can use Screen Time to entirely block YouTube across all browsers. You can create a text file that disables YouTube in Chrome, Edge, and other browsers.

  • Is it possible to delete my YouTube account?

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    Open YouTube Studio and log in.
    Choose Settings from the left sidebar.
    Click on Channel Advanced Settings.
    Choose "Remove YouTube Content" at the bottom.
    I wish to remove my content forever.
    To confirm that you wish to remove your channel, check the boxes.
    Click "Delete my content."

Wrapping Up

There are various efficient ways to block YouTube on your Android device, ranging from using built-in parental controls and app-blocking features to using third-party apps. Choose the option that best meets your needs, and remember to maintain healthy internet habits over time.