{"id":7985,"date":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","date_gmt":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/?p=7985"},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","slug":"how-to-disable-youtube-shorts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Disable YouTube Shorts: 6 Methods"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Are you tired of YouTube Shorts taking over your feed?<\/strong> While Shorts are a great way to consume quick videos, not everyone enjoys them. If <strong>you&#8217;re looking for ways to disable the presence of YouTube Shorts<\/strong> on your account, you&#8217;ve come to the right place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we&#8217;ll walk you through the most effective methods for turning off Shorts on desktop and mobile, helping you customize your YouTube experience as you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eb8d5c26110\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eb8d5c26110\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#How_to_Disable_YouTube_Shorts_Quick_Answer\" >How to Disable YouTube Shorts (Quick Answer)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#What_are_YouTube_Shorts\" >What are YouTube Shorts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#Why_Disable_YouTube_Shorts\" >Why Disable YouTube Shorts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#Detailed_Methods_to_Disable_YouTube_Shorts\" >Detailed Methods to Disable YouTube Shorts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#1_Mark_Shorts_as_%E2%80%9CNot_Interested%E2%80%9D\" >1. Mark Shorts as &#8220;Not Interested&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#2_Use_Browser_Extensions_Desktop\" >2. Use Browser Extensions (Desktop)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#3_Access_YouTube_via_Mobile_Browser\" >3. Access YouTube via Mobile Browser<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#4_Downgrade_the_YouTube_App_Android\" >4. Downgrade the YouTube App (Android)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#5_Use_YouTube_Vanced_or_ReVanced_Android_Only\" >5. Use YouTube Vanced or ReVanced (Android Only)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#6_Modify_YouTube_URL_Parameters_Desktop\" >6. Modify YouTube URL Parameters (Desktop)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#Disable_YouTube_Shorts_Permanently\" >Disable YouTube Shorts Permanently<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#Avoiding_YouTube_Shorts\" >Avoiding YouTube Shorts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#Subscribe_to_Long-Form_Content_Creators\" >Subscribe to Long-Form Content Creators<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#How_to_turn_off_YouTube_Shorts_on_mobile\" >How to turn off YouTube Shorts on mobile?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#How_to_remove_YouTube_Shorts_from_the_feed\" >How to remove YouTube Shorts from the feed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#Can_I_permanently_disable_YouTube_Shorts\" >Can I permanently disable YouTube Shorts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/how-to-disable-youtube-shorts\/#Will_YouTube_bring_an_official_%E2%80%9Cdisable_Shorts%E2%80%9D_option\" >Will YouTube bring an official &#8220;disable Shorts&#8221; option?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Disable_YouTube_Shorts_Quick_Answer\"><\/span><strong>How to Disable YouTube Shorts (Quick Answer)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to disable YouTube Shorts, try these methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mark Shorts as &#8220;Not Interested&#8221;<\/strong> \u2013 Tap the three-dot menu on a Shorts video and select &#8220;Not interested.&#8221; <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use Browser Extensions<\/strong> \u2013 Install Chrome or Firefox extensions like &#8220;YouTube Shorts block extension.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access YouTube via a <\/strong><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>mobile brow<\/strong><\/span><strong>ser.&nbsp;Request that the desktop site&nbsp;<\/strong>remove the Shorts section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Downgrade the YouTube App<\/strong> \u2013 Install an older version of YouTube (Android only).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use YouTube Vanced or ReVanced<\/strong> \u2013 Alternative apps that offer more customization.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Modify YouTube URL Parameters<\/strong> \u2013 Append<strong> ?disable_polymer=1 <\/strong>to the URL to switch to an older layout.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here you can <strong>see a tutorial on how to disable YouTube Shorts<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"container-lazyload preview-lazyload container-youtube js-lazyload--not-loaded\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Nfr0uIU2lDI&#038;ab_channel=ChrisTitusTech\" class=\"lazy-load-youtube preview-lazyload preview-youtube\" data-video-title=\"How To Remove YouTube Shorts\" title=\"Play video &quot;How To Remove YouTube Shorts&quot;\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Nfr0uIU2lDI&#038;ab_channel=ChrisTitusTech<\/a><noscript>Video can&#8217;t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Nfr0uIU2lDI&#038;ab_channel=ChrisTitusTech\" title=\"How To Remove YouTube Shorts\">How To Remove YouTube Shorts (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Nfr0uIU2lDI&#038;ab_channel=ChrisTitusTech)<\/a><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_YouTube_Shorts\"><\/span><strong>What are YouTube Shorts?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>YouTube Shorts is a feature within the YouTube app that is designed to create and share short-form videos.<\/strong> These videos are typically 60 seconds or less, making them perfect for quick, engaging content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Like TikTok and Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts lets users discover and create trending and spontaneous videos directly within the app. <\/strong>While this feature aims to boost creativity and engagement, not all users find these short-form videos entertaining or relevant to their interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Disable_YouTube_Shorts\"><\/span>Why Disable YouTube Shorts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many users prefer a distraction-free YouTube experience. Common reasons include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preference for Long-Form Content<\/strong> \u2013 Some users dislike the short video format.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoiding Distractions<\/strong> \u2013 Shorts can be addictive and reduce productivity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reducing Data Consumption<\/strong> \u2013 Autoplaying Shorts can use more mobile data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better Content Recommendations<\/strong> \u2013 Removing Shorts helps curate a more relevant feed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shorts in YouTube&#8217;s Mobile<\/strong> \u2013 Shorts in YouTube&#8217;s mobile app can be distracting and reduce the quality of content recommendations. While users cannot remove Shorts from their feed, they can temporarily use the &#8216;Not Interested&#8217; feature to reduce their visibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Detailed_Methods_to_Disable_YouTube_Shorts\"><\/span><strong>Detailed Methods to Disable YouTube Shorts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Mark_Shorts_as_%E2%80%9CNot_Interested%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>1. Mark Shorts as &#8220;Not Interested&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube\u2019s algorithm adjusts recommendations based on user preferences, and one of the most effective ways to train the system to avoid unwanted content is by marking Shorts as <strong>\u201cNot Interested.\u201d<\/strong> To do this, navigate to the Shorts section, perform a top right corner, tap on the three-dot menu, and select <strong>\u201cNot Interested.\u201d<\/strong> Here is an explanatory picture of how to do it:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"810\" height=\"589\" src=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8015\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image.png 810w, https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-300x218.png 300w, https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-768x558.png 768w, https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/image-257x187.png 257w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps (Mobile &amp; Desktop):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open YouTube and locate a Shorts video.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the three-dot menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select &#8220;Not interested.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat for other Shorts to refine your recommendations further.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Use_Browser_Extensions_Desktop\"><\/span><strong>2. Use Browser Extensions (Desktop)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re using YouTube on a desktop browser like <strong>Chrome<\/strong> or <strong>Firefox<\/strong>, you can take advantage of extensions to <strong>remove the Shorts section entirely<\/strong> from your feed. These extensions allow you to customize your browsing experience and efficiently filter unwanted content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Along with third-party apps or browser extensions<\/strong>, this method helps manage and remove YouTube Shorts from mobile and desktop platforms, addressing user frustrations with how Shorts are integrated into the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Exemplo-de-foto-principal-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Exemplo-de-foto-principal-5.png 1000w, https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Exemplo-de-foto-principal-5-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Exemplo-de-foto-principal-5-768x461.png 768w, https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Exemplo-de-foto-principal-5-280x168.png 280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Example of YouTube Shorts block extension for Chrome Web Store<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps for Chrome &amp; Edge:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <strong>Chrome Web Store<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search for &#8220;<strong>YouTube Shorts block extension.<\/strong>&#8220;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click &#8220;Add to Chrome.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm installation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps for Firefox:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open <strong>Firefox Add-ons<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search for &#8220;<strong>Remove YouTube Shorts<\/strong>.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click &#8220;Add to Firefox.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm installation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Extensions are a quick and effective way to customize YouTube to your preferences. They allow you to enjoy a distraction-free browsing experience without Shorts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Access_YouTube_via_Mobile_Browser\"><\/span><strong>3. Access YouTube via Mobile Browser<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to avoid Shorts on your mobile device, an effective workaround is to <strong>use YouTube through a mobile browser instead of the app<\/strong> and switch to <strong>desktop mode<\/strong>. This prevents Shorts from dominating your feed since the desktop version of YouTube has a different layout.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"container-lazyload preview-lazyload container-youtube js-lazyload--not-loaded\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wb7VAt_axFU\" class=\"lazy-load-youtube preview-lazyload preview-youtube\" data-video-title=\"How to Get YouTube Desktop Mode on Mobile?\" title=\"Play video &quot;How to Get YouTube Desktop Mode on Mobile?&quot;\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wb7VAt_axFU<\/a><noscript>Video can&#8217;t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wb7VAt_axFU\" title=\"How to Get YouTube Desktop Mode on Mobile?\">How to Get YouTube Desktop Mode on Mobile? (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wb7VAt_axFU)<\/a><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open a mobile browser (Chrome, Safari, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/\"> YouTube<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the browser menu and select &#8220;Request Desktop Website.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shorts will no longer appear.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This method is beneficial if you&#8217;re wondering <strong>how to disable YouTube Shorts <\/strong>on your iPhone or Android without modifying your app settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong>: A strategic approach is key for brands looking to enhance the user experience on YouTube, especially when dealing with new features like Shorts.<a href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/services#youtube\"> BuzzVoice offers tailored solutions to optimize online presence.<\/a> By implementing these services,<strong> brands can reduce distractions like Shorts,<\/strong> improve recommendations, and strengthen follower loyalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Downgrade_the_YouTube_App_Android\"><\/span><strong>4. Downgrade the YouTube App (Android)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re using an <strong>Android device<\/strong>, an effective way to remove Shorts is <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">to&nbsp;<strong>downgrade to an older version of the YouTube app<\/strong>&nbsp;that doesn\u2019t support It<\/span>. Since Shorts is a relatively recent feature, earlier app versions do not include it in the interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uninstall your current YouTube app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download an older APK version from a trusted source (e.g., APKMirror).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install the APK and disable auto-updates.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Manually downgrading apps can pose security risks, as older versions may lack essential updates. If you choose this method, ensure you download from reputable sources and keep your device secure.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"container-lazyload preview-lazyload container-youtube js-lazyload--not-loaded\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HVjfuQCk-E4\" class=\"lazy-load-youtube preview-lazyload preview-youtube\" data-video-title=\"How to Downgrade YouTube App - Get Earlier Version\" title=\"Play video &quot;How to Downgrade YouTube App - Get Earlier Version&quot;\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HVjfuQCk-E4<\/a><noscript>Video can&#8217;t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HVjfuQCk-E4\" title=\"How to Downgrade YouTube App - Get Earlier Version\">How to Downgrade YouTube App &#8211; Get Earlier Version (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HVjfuQCk-E4)<\/a><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Use_YouTube_Vanced_or_ReVanced_Android_Only\"><\/span><strong>5. Use YouTube Vanced or ReVanced (Android Only)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>Android users<\/strong>, third-party apps like <strong>YouTube Vanced<\/strong> (discontinued) and its successor, <strong>ReVanced<\/strong>, offer <strong>advanced customization options<\/strong>, including removing Shorts entirely. These modified versions of YouTube provide an ad-free experience, background playback, and various tweaks unavailable in the official app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download and install <strong>YouTube Vanced<\/strong> (or ReVanced for newer versions).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open settings and disable the Shorts feature.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Since these are third-party apps, they <strong>aren&#8217;t unavailable on the Google Play Store<\/strong> and need manual installation. To avoid security risks, always download from reliable sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Modify_YouTube_URL_Parameters_Desktop\"><\/span><strong>6. Modify YouTube URL Parameters (Desktop)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A simple trick to avoid Shorts on the <strong>desktop<\/strong> is modifying the <strong>YouTube URL parameters<\/strong>. This forces YouTube to use an older layout or display only standard videos. This forces YouTube to load the video in the standard player instead of the Shorts format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use the &#8220;watch&#8221; URL format:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of clicking on a Shorts video directly, modify the URL from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/VIDEO_ID\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/VIDEO_ID<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VIDEO_ID\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VIDEO_ID<\/a>. This forces <strong>YouTube to load the video in the standard player instead of the Shorts format<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AD_4nXdYe-w5DRx32WOnXFtUa-fOnFb1PGk-Wq0JtF6mzzXTmrIct3R-1njfj-TLk6-iEmBGKk96Y_vvNl_rB_3HfuXmnFjG-GpNYcjWlsZW3fiTaSssgCWjNeuCoWYvL7b6Tjiah00uhAkeyHIs2cb-St8SJMTET5NX8DzgQ.png\" width=\"602\" height=\"361\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modify the homepage URL:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When visiting YouTube, use the following URL: <code><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/feed\/subscriptions\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/feed\/subscriptions<\/a><\/code> This takes you directly to your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/buzzvoice.com\/youtube\/subscribers\/order\">subscription <\/a>feed, where you can pass<\/strong> Shorts recommendations from the homepage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bookmark the modified URL:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Save the URL as a <strong>bookmark<\/strong> or set it as your <strong>default homepage<\/strong> for a Shorts-free browsing experience. These minor URL tweaks can minimize the presence of Shorts and keep your YouTube experience focused on traditional videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disable_YouTube_Shorts_Permanently\"><\/span><strong>Disable YouTube Shorts Permanently<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, there is no official method for permanently disabling YouTube Shorts.<\/strong> However, several effective workarounds can help you remove or reduce their visibility in your YouTube feed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These methods allow you to enjoy a cleaner, distraction-free YouTube experience tailored to your preferences. Whether you prefer using browser extensions, modifying app settings, or switching to alternative YouTube apps,<strong> these strategies can help you disable YouTube Shorts and focus on the content you love<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoiding_YouTube_Shorts\"><\/span><strong>Avoiding YouTube Shorts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not interested in watching YouTube Shorts, there are several ways to avoid them. You can use the \u201cNot Interested\u201d option for individual Shorts, install browser extensions to block Shorts, or access YouTube via a browser where Shorts may be less prominent. These methods can help you maintain a more focused and enjoyable YouTube experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subscribe_to_Long-Form_Content_Creators\"><\/span><strong>Subscribe to Long-Form Content Creators<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Subscribing to creators who produce only long-form videos effectively reduces the number of Shorts recommended to you organically.<\/strong> By following your favorite long-form content creators, you can enjoy more of their videos and minimize the presence of Shorts in your feed. <strong>Search for these creators and subscribe to their channels to see more of their content in your YouTube feed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>While YouTube doesn\u2019t offer a built-in option to disable Shorts altogether, several effective workarounds exist. <\/strong>Whether you prefer using browser extensions, modifying settings, or switching to alternative YouTube apps, you can customize your experience to focus on long-form content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As YouTube continues to push Shorts, staying updated with new tricks and tools will be key to maintaining your preferred viewing experience. 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