How to block YouTube channels: Complete guide

How to block YouTube channels

YouTube is an incredible platform full of diverse content, but let’s be real – not every channel deserves a place in your feed. Whether you are trying to block inappropriate content, remove unpleasant recommendations, or create a safer space for children, blocking the YouTube channel is a practical skill. In this manual, I will pass you through different ways to block YouTube channels, whether you are on your desktop, mobile, or managing your child’s account. Let’s dive!

Why block the YouTube channel?

Here are some common reasons you might want to block the channel:

• Annoying recommendations – YouTube still suggests channels you don’t want to watch.
• Adverse content – some channels may not suit you or your children.
• SPAM or misleading videos – Clickbait, misleading miniatures or poor-quality spam can be frustrating.
• Toxic comments or harassment – channel blocking can prevent unwanted interactions.

How to block the YouTube channel on the desktop

If you use YouTube on your computer, follow these steps and block the channel:

1. Blocking channels from commenting on your videos. If you are a content creator, you can prevent specific users from commenting on your videos. Thus: Go to YouTube Studio (studio.youtube.com). Click the comments in the left menu. Click the Three Dots’ menu (⋮) next to their comments. Select Hide Users from the channel. This prevents this user from commenting on any of your videos, but they can still view them.
2. The channel blocking will appear in the recommendations. Tired of seeing the same annoying channels in your feed? Here’s how to prevent YouTube from your recommendation: Find a video from an undesirable channel. Below the video click the Three Points menu (⋮). Choose not to recommend the channel. Boom! YouTube stops designing videos from this channel.

How to block the YouTube channel on your mobile (Android & iPhone)

Blocking channels on mobile works a little differently. Here’s what you have to do:

1. Avoid channel commenting on your videos: Open the YouTube app and go to the channel comment. Click the commentator’s profile to visit their channel. Click the three points (⋮) menu at the top right. Select Block User → Confirm.
2. Stop a channel that will appear in recommendations. Click the three-beats menu (⋮) below the video. Choose not to recommend the channel. Their videos will no longer be hosting your home resource!

How to block YouTube channels for children (YouTube Kids App & Parental Control)

If you are a parent, you may want to block channels to maintain your child’s monitoring experience. Thus:

1. Blocking channels in YouTube Kids: Open the YouTube Kids app. Find a video from the channel you want to block. Click the three-beats menu (⋮) in the upper corner. Select this channel block → enter your access code. Now this channel will not be accessible to your child.
2. Using Google Parental Controls (Family Link): If your child uses regular YouTube, you can manage restrictions through the Google Family Link: Open Family Link. Select your child’s account. Click Settings → YouTube. Adjust the content limitation accordingly. This helps keep unwanted channels and content out of reach.

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Can you permanently block the YouTube channel?

Unfortunately, YouTube does not offer a built-in function of a permanent block, where the channel disappears completely from search results and recommendations. However, using the above methods you can significantly reduce undesirable interactions.

Last thought

YouTube is an amazing platform, but sometimes just a little curatorial experience. Whether it blocks unpleasant recommendations, protects children from inappropriate content, or prevents harassment, the above steps will help you take control. Try these methods and enjoy a clearer and more personalized YouTube experience! Do you have questions? Put them in the comments – oh, this is not YouTube! 😆