How to set up YouTube parental controls with WhitelistVideo
WhitelistVideo is a parental control tool that lets you control what your child watches on YouTube. Only videos from channels you approve will play—everything else is automatically blocked.
How does WhitelistVideo work?
- You approve channels - Pick YouTube channels you trust
- Your child browses freely - They can search and explore YouTube
- Only safe videos play - Videos from unapproved channels are blocked
How long does WhitelistVideo setup take?
Setup takes about 5 minutes. Start the guided onboarding at whitelist.video/get-started (opens in a new tab):
1. Set up your child's profile2. Create your parent account3. Install on your child's device4. Activate protection
The onboarding wizard walks you through creating your child's profile — including their name, grade, avatar, interests, and protection level — before account creation. Device setup happens after you sign up.
What can I do after setting up WhitelistVideo?
Once protection is active, you can:
- Approve channels - Add trusted YouTube channels to your approved list
- Enable Auto-pilot screening - Let Auto-pilot check individual videos (Premium)
- Adjust Player Controls - Hide comments, Shorts, and more (Basic+)
How do I prevent my child from bypassing WhitelistVideo?
For tamper-proof protection, add Advanced Protection. This prevents your child from turning off the extension, using incognito mode, or switching to other browsers.
Need help with WhitelistVideo?
- Troubleshooting guide - Solve common problems
- Frequently asked questions - Answers to common questions