LessTube by Faunder

YouTube as a search engine - no recommendations, no algorithm suggestions, just the videos you actively search for.

Available on Firefox for Android™

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About this extension

LessTube transforms YouTube into a search-only platform, helping you break free from endless scrolling and algorithmic manipulation.

🔍 WHAT IT DOES:
• Home page becomes a clean search interface (like Google)
• Removes all recommended videos and suggestions
• Hides distracting sidebars while watching videos
• Auto-redirects channel pages to their videos tab
• Eliminates algorithmic content discovery

🎯 WHY USE LESSTUBE:
• Watch only what YOU decide to search for
• No more falling into rabbit holes of recommended content
• Increased productivity and intentional viewing
• Break free from YouTube's attention-grabbing algorithms
• Focus on the content that matters to you

🧹 FEATURES:
• Clean, Google-style homepage with only search functionality
• Removes video recommendations and "Up Next" suggestions
• Hides trending content and algorithmic feeds
• Streamlined navigation without distracting elements
• Lightweight and fast - no performance impact

Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone who wants to use YouTube as a tool rather than an endless entertainment platform.

Take back control of your YouTube experience. Search intentionally, watch purposefully.

Rated 5 by 1 reviewer

LessTube by Faunder

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