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How to block Facebook Reels — and use Facebook without endless scrolling

Short answer: Install Marketplace Focus, pick Strict Focus Mode or Classic Facebook Mode, and optionally add Hard Lock or a schedule. Marketplace, Groups, Messenger, friends, and family all stay available. Reels do not.

The problem: Reels interrupt every Facebook session

Facebook Reels appear in the home feed, in the sidebar, between Marketplace listings, and as a dedicated tab. They are designed to capture attention and extend session time — which works against anyone trying to use Facebook for a specific purpose.

If you open Facebook to check a Marketplace listing, reply to a Group post, or send a message, Reels can turn that short session into thirty minutes of unplanned scrolling. The problem is not willpower. It is that the surface is built to redirect your attention.

A browser extension can intercept that redirect before it happens.

How Marketplace Focus blocks and removes Facebook Reels

Marketplace Focus is a privacy-first browser extension that blocks Facebook Reels at the browser level. It works in two complementary ways:

  • Page-level blocking: In Strict Focus Mode, the extension redirects Reels pages so you are moved away from the Reels surface automatically.
  • Entry-point blocking: In both modes, the extension hides Reels buttons, links, and feed modules so the Reels surface is harder to stumble into.

The extension does not block the rest of Facebook. Marketplace, Groups, Messenger, friends, family, and regular browsing continue to work.

Strict Focus Mode vs Classic Facebook Mode: which one to pick

Both modes block Reels. The difference is how aggressively they do it.

Strict Focus Mode

Redirects Reels pages and hides Reels entry points. If you land on a Reels URL, you are moved to a different page automatically. Best for people who have strong Reels pull or want zero exposure.

Full mode comparison

Classic Facebook Mode

Hides Reels buttons, feed modules, and entry points without redirecting. Facebook stays fully accessible. Best for people who mainly want a cleaner, less Reels-forward feed.

Full mode comparison

Not sure which to pick? Start with Strict Focus Mode. If you find it too aggressive, switch to Classic Facebook Mode from the extension popup. See the Strict Focus Mode vs Classic Facebook Mode page for a detailed comparison.

How to set it up

01

Install Marketplace Focus

Add the extension from the Chrome Web Store and keep it enabled in your toolbar. Setup takes less than two minutes.

02

Pick your blocking mode

Open the extension popup and choose Strict Focus Mode or Classic Facebook Mode. Strict mode redirects Reels pages. Classic mode hides entry points.

03

Add friction controls (optional)

Enable a pause confirmation or set a pause duration limit so disabling the extension requires an extra step. See Hard Lock and scheduled focus for stronger discipline options.

04

Automate with a schedule (optional)

Set day and time windows for automatic blocking. Blocking activates when the window starts and deactivates when it ends — without manual toggling.

Install on Chrome — it's free

Browser support

Marketplace Focus works across all major desktop browsers.

Chrome

Primary build. Available on the Chrome Web Store. Receives updates first.

Edge

Edge build available. Chromium-based so behavior is consistent with Chrome.

Firefox

Firefox build available. Core blocking features are supported.

For version details, known limitations per browser, and install links for Edge and Firefox, see the browser support page.

FAQ: blocking, removing, and living without Facebook Reels

Does blocking Facebook Reels also block the rest of Facebook?

Short answer: No. Marketplace Focus blocks Reels specifically.

Marketplace, Groups, Messenger, friends, family, and regular Facebook browsing all continue to work. You can also add exception rules for specific pages or paths that you want to access without any restrictions.

What is the difference between blocking and removing Facebook Reels?

Short answer: A browser extension cannot permanently delete Reels from Facebook's servers. It blocks and hides them locally.

The practical result is the same: Reels pages redirect you away, and Reels entry points disappear from your Facebook UI. The blocking is active as long as the extension is installed and enabled.

Which mode should I use — Strict Focus Mode or Classic Facebook Mode?

Short answer: Use Strict Focus Mode if you want page-level redirect protection. Use Classic Facebook Mode if you mainly want a cleaner feed.

The mode comparison page breaks down exactly what each mode blocks and when to switch.

Can I block Facebook Reels on Chrome, Edge, and Firefox?

Short answer: Yes. Builds are available for Chrome, Edge, and Firefox.

See the browser support page for install links and any per-browser notes.

What is Hard Lock and when do I need it?

Short answer: Hard Lock adds a cooldown before you can disable blocking.

When Reels blocking is off, impulsive bypassing is the main risk. Hard Lock prevents that by requiring you to wait before the extension can be turned off. See Hard Lock and scheduled focus for setup details.

Can I temporarily allow Reels on specific pages?

Short answer: Yes. Exception rules let you allow Reels for specific pages or paths.

This is useful when you need Reels access for a workflow without disabling global protection.

Is Marketplace Focus free?

Short answer: Yes. It is free, has no account requirement, and no tracking.

Settings are stored locally in your browser. See the privacy page for a full breakdown of what is stored and what is not.

Does the schedule override my manual toggle?

Short answer: Yes. When a schedule is active, blocking follows the configured time windows.

This keeps protection consistent across recurring Facebook sessions without needing a manual toggle each time.

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