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Version 4.5.0

Take control of your YouTube experience with one-click content blocking

Overview

Zap is a powerful browser extension that helps you take control of your YouTube experience by blocking unwanted content with a single click. Whether it's distracting videos, clickbait, or specific types of content you want to avoid, Zap makes it easy to clean up your YouTube feed.

Version 4.5.0 Highlights: Permanent blocking, enhanced dashboard with analytics, keyword auto-blocking, heatmap visualization, multi-language support, and dark/light themes.

Features

Core Functionality

One-Click Blocking

Remove any video with a single "Zap" button

Keyword Filtering

Auto-block videos containing specific keywords

Shorts Auto-Blocking

Automatically hide YouTube Shorts

Permanent Storage

Blocked videos remain hidden forever

Analytics & Insights

Activity Heatmap

Visual representation of your blocking patterns over time

Advanced Statistics

Track blocking rates, top reasons, and trends

Reason Breakdown

Understand why you're blocking content

Installation

Method 1: Direct Download

Visit the Download Page

Click the "Download Zip File" button

Extract the downloaded ZIP file to a folder

Method 2: Manual Installation

Open Chrome/Edge/Brave and go to chrome://extensions/

Toggle "Developer mode" in the top right

Click "Load unpacked"

Select the extracted extension folder

Zap will appear in your extensions list

Browser Compatibility: Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave Browser, Opera, Vivaldi

Usage

Basic Blocking

Browse YouTube as normal

Hover over any video to see the red "Zap" button

Click "Zap" to permanently block the video

Video disappears immediately from your feed

Auto-Blocking Features

YouTube Shorts

Automatically hidden (can be disabled in settings)

Keyword Matching

Videos with your keywords are auto-blocked

Manual Control

Use the Zap button for specific videos

Accessing Dashboard: Click the Zap icon in your browser toolbar or go to extension options.

Dashboard Guide

Dashboard Tab

Feature	Description
Today's Zaps	Videos blocked today
Total Zaps	Lifetime blocked count
Recent Activity	Last 5 blocked videos
Heatmap	Visual activity calendar
Advanced Analytics	Blocking insights and statistics

Blocked Videos Tab

Search & Filter

Find specific blocked videos quickly

Thumbnail Previews

Visual identification of blocked content

Export Data

Backup your blocked list as JSON

Troubleshooting

Common Issues & Solutions

Zap Button Not Appearing

Solution: Refresh the YouTube page, ensure you're on www.youtube.com, check if the extension is enabled in chrome://extensions/, try disabling other YouTube-related extensions.

Videos Not Being Blocked

Solution: Clear browser cache and reload YouTube, check storage limits, verify extension permissions.

Dashboard Not Loading

Solution: Ensure you're using a supported browser, check internet connection for analytics features, try reinstalling the extension.

Performance Tips: Regularly review your blocked list, use specific keywords, export data periodically for backup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zap free to use?

Answer: Yes! Zap is completely free and open source.

Does Zap collect my personal data?

Answer: No. All data is stored locally on your device. We respect your privacy.

How many videos can I block?

Answer: Effectively unlimited! The extension can handle thousands of blocked videos.

Can I recover accidentally blocked videos?

Answer: Yes! Use the dashboard to search for and unblock any video.

Does Zap work on YouTube Mobile?

Answer: Currently, Zap only works on desktop browsers with extension support.

Privacy & Security

Data Storage

Local First

All data stored in your browser's local storage

No Tracking

We don't collect your viewing habits or personal information

Transparent

Open source code for complete transparency

Security Features

No Remote Code - All execution happens locally

Content Security Policy prevents external script injection

Regular updates with security patches and improvements

Support

Getting Help

Check this documentation first

Use the contact form in the dashboard settings

Report bugs or request features on GitHub

Join our Telegram channel for discussions

Reporting Bugs

When reporting issues, please include:

• Zap version number
• Browser and version
• Steps to reproduce the issue
• Screenshots if possible

Pro Tip: Use specific rather than broad keywords for better auto-blocking results.

© 2025 Zap by Trovant (Dipto Design LLC) • Made with ❤️ for a focused YouTube experience

Version 4.5.0 • Last updated: March 2025