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YouTube Launches Zero-Minute Timer for Shorts Control

4/18/2026

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YouTube has introduced a zero-minute timer option for Shorts that lets users remove Shorts from their homepage.
The feature aims to help adults manage their viewing time and strengthen parental controls, addressing user requests for more Shorts control.
The option is not yet available to all users, but can be activated via Settings > Time management > Shorts feed limit by selecting '0 minutes'.

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YouTube has introduced a zero-minute timer option for Shorts that lets users remove Shorts from their homepage.
The feature aims to help adults manage their viewing time and strengthen parental controls, addressing user requests for more Shorts control.
The option is not yet available to all users, but can be activated via Settings > Time management > Shorts feed limit by selecting '0 minutes'.