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Watch too much YouTube? Google could be working on a new tool to help

Source: Android AuthorityStephen SchenckNovember 3, 2026
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According to app teardown analysis, YouTube appears to be working on a unified viewing time limit feature that would apply across all video content, not just YouTube Shorts. This tool would join Google's existing suite of time management features including Digital Wellbeing and app-specific time limits. The new capability could help users manage their overall viewing habits more comprehensively across different video types on the platform.

Key points

  • Early development spotted for unified YouTube viewing time limit tool
  • Would apply across all video types, not just Shorts
  • Complements existing Digital Wellbeing and time management features

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