Count every YouTube Short you swipe past.
YouTube's time reminders measure your total time in the app — including long-form videos, search and subscriptions. BrainRoll isolates Shorts scrolls specifically, giving you the most accurate picture of your short-form consumption.
Start Counting Shorts →Why YouTube Shorts is especially addictive
Shorts are optimized for maximum retention
YouTube Shorts autoplay with zero friction — no tap required. Each swipe takes less than 0.3 seconds. The algorithm has trillions of data points on what keeps you watching. A typical session starts with "just one Short" and ends 45 minutes later.
The attention span effect
Research from the University of California found that heavy short-form video users have significantly lower ability to maintain focus on tasks requiring more than 20 seconds of sustained attention. BrainRoll makes the damage visible so you can reverse it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I track how many YouTube Shorts I watch?
Yes. BrainRoll uses Android's Accessibility Service to detect every vertical swipe inside the YouTube Shorts player. You get a precise scroll count, not just total YouTube time.
Does BrainRoll see what YouTube Shorts I watch?
No. BrainRoll only detects the scroll gesture and verifies it occurred inside the Shorts player container. It never reads video titles, channel names, watch history or any YouTube content.
How is BrainRoll different from YouTube's own time limits?
YouTube's time reminders track total app time including regular videos, search and Shorts together. BrainRoll isolates Shorts scrolls specifically for much more targeted tracking.
See your real Shorts count.
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