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How do I unblock YouTube from a single computer?

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Go to the admin account and select the PC name you want to unblock. You'll see an option to unblock the site there.

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Which software can I use to block YouTube?

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The application SelfControl gives you the option to block certain websites of your choosing for a certain amount of time.There's no way to go around the limitations until the time runs out even if you turn off and reboot your computer.

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When I save, why does Windows say I don't have permission?

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You need to make sure you run notepad in administrator mode (try right clicking then going to edit with notepad).

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What if there's like a video on the "what to watch next" and it was not for your age?

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If you’ve got restricted mode on YouTube, it won’t suggest those videos and if it did, you won’t be able to watch it.

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Why might someone want to block YouTube?

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Blocking YouTube is often used in schools or workplaces to prevent distractions from entertainment. Parents might also block YouTube to childproof devices and prevent children from accessing inappropriate content, opting for YouTube Kids as a safer alternative.

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How can I unblock YouTube on Windows 10 after blocking it on one PC?

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Go back to the file you edited in Notepad and delete all the addresses related to YouTube.

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