How to block X (Twitter) on Chrome
Why X (Twitter) is hard to put down
- The For You timeline is algorithmic and endless.
- Trends and "Who to follow" give you a new rabbit hole every few minutes.
- Notifications reward checking back constantly.
Block X (Twitter) in four steps
- 1Add ZenTab to Chrome. It's free, and your first 7 days include every Pro feature.
- 2Open the ZenTab dashboard and go to Site Blocker.
- 3X (Twitter) is already in the Social media pack: make sure x.com is switched on. If it isn't listed, type x.com and click Add site.
- 4Open x.com. Instead of the site you'll see ZenTab's calm block page, with your streak and a button to start a focus session.
A site covers its subdomains too, so x.com also blocks every *.x.com address. The free plan blocks 10 sites at a time; if you're at the limit, switch off one you need less, or go Pro for unlimited sites.
Smarter ways to limit X (Twitter)
Many people still use X to post, follow specific people or search for news. Blocking everything isn't the only option:
Block both x.com and twitter.com
FreeZenTab's Social media pack includes both addresses, so the old links don't slip through.
Hide the timeline, keep posting
ProFeed Eraser removes the For You and Following timelines. Posting, search, profiles and DMs still work.
Clean up the sidebar
ProHide Trends and "Who to follow" so a search doesn't turn into a browse.
Hide the X (Twitter) feed instead
Feed Eraser keeps X (Twitter) working but removes the parts built to keep you scrolling.
When you're tempted to unblock it
Most blockers fail in the same moment: you're tired, the urge hits, and switching the block off takes two clicks. ZenTab adds friction exactly there.
- I really need this site: the block page can open X (Twitter) for a few minutes after a short wait, so a genuine need doesn't turn into an hour.
- Strict Mode (Pro): no quick unlocks, you can add sites but not remove or pause them, and turning it off takes a 15-minute cool-down.
- Commitment lock (Pro): keep Strict Mode on until a date you choose, with no way out early.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to block twitter.com separately?
In ZenTab, no. The Social media pack blocks both x.com and twitter.com, and you can switch either off on its own.
Can I post on X without seeing the timeline?
Yes. With Feed Eraser's timeline filter, the home page shows only the post box. Search, profiles and DMs keep working.
Block X (Twitter) in a minute
ZenTab is free: block up to 10 sites, hide YouTube Shorts and grow a focus streak. Pro adds unlimited sites, page rules, schedules and daily limits for $10 once.