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Selectively Blocking Algorithmic Feeds Without Losing Site Access

Indie maker announces a Mac app that hides algorithmic feeds (YouTube, X, etc.) on a per-section basis instead of blocking the entire site. The underlying problem — losing focus to feed surfaces while still needing the rest of the site — is real but the post itself is product self-promotion rather than a structured problem statement.

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