How to Stop Watching Too Many YouTube Videos

Staff Reporter

Staff Reporter

15 September 2026, 13:10

Do you open YouTube to watch one video but end up spending hours scrolling through videos and Shorts? In this video, we show you four simple YouTube features that can help you control excessive video watching and manage your screen time more effectively.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Check how much time you spend on YouTube
  • Set a daily limit for YouTube Shorts
  • Get reminders to take breaks while watching videos
  • Set a bedtime reminder to reduce late-night YouTube watching

These built-in YouTube Time Management tools can help you become more aware of your viewing habits and make it easier to take regular breaks. Watch the full video to learn how to use these features on your Android phone.