BlockBuzz

Tired of endless short videos consuming your social media feed? Our app uses the AccessibilityService API to help block Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Snapchat Spotlight videos effortlessly, so you can regain control of your screen time and reduce distractions.

Why AccessibilityService API?

To effectively detect and block short videos that autoplay on your favorite social media platforms, this app leverages Android’s AccessibilityService API. This powerful service allows the app to monitor the content you interact with on Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat in real-time to identify and block distracting short video formats like Reels, Shorts, and Spotlight.

What data do we access and how is it used?

Using AccessibilityService, the app detects UI elements related to short videos and triggers blocking actions to prevent these videos from playing. The data accessed is strictly limited to UI interaction events necessary for blocking purposes; no personal user data, messages, or private information is collected, stored, or shared. Our app operates fully respecting your privacy and data security.

Primary Purpose of AccessibilityService Usage:

This app’s main goal is to improve digital wellbeing by minimizing unwanted distractions caused by addictive short videos on popular social media platforms. By blocking these videos, users can better manage their screen time, increase productivity, and enjoy a distraction-free social browsing experience.

Key Features:

Block Instagram Reels from autoplaying in your feed.

Prevent YouTube Shorts from auto-playing.

Stop Snapchat Spotlight short videos from filling your discovery feed.

Simple setup guiding you to activate AccessibilityService permission for the app.

Lightweight, resource-friendly app that runs smoothly in the background.

Help reduce social media addiction and digital distractions.

Customizable blocking rules tailored to your preferences.

Accessibility Disclaimer:

This app uses AccessibilityService purely to enhance user control over social media content and is not an accessibility tool designed for users with disabilities. In compliance with Google Play policies, a prominent disclosure is included both in the app UI and description to ensure transparency regarding the use of AccessibilityService.

Download now and take charge of your social media feed by blocking unwanted Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Snapchat Spotlight videos!