EpisodeLock
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Parental control extension that limits streaming episodes per day on Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, YouTube and YouTube Kids
>> DESCRIPTION:
EpisodeLock is a simple, reliable parental-control extension that helps families manage streaming time without constant arguments.
Set a daily episode limit, protect settings with a 4-digit PIN, and let EpisodeLock automatically block playback when the limit is exceeded.
It works directly on the streaming sites your family already uses, so you do not need extra apps, complicated dashboards, or subscription services.
KEY BENEFITS
Set a clear daily episode limit for your child
Automatically count watched episodes/videos
Block playback when the limit is reached
Unlock temporarily using a parent PIN
Reset counts automatically each day
Keep all data local on your device
No account required
No cloud sync required
No personal data collection
SUPPORTED PLATFORMS
Netflix
Disney+
Prime Video
YouTube
YouTube Kids
HOW IT WORKS
Install EpisodeLock and open the extension popup.
Choose your daily limit (for example, 2 or 3 episodes per day).
Set a 4-digit PIN that only parents know.
Your child watches normally.
EpisodeLock tracks playback in the background.
When the limit is reached, the extension blocks further playback until the correct PIN is entered.
At the start of a new day, the counter resets automatically.
This creates healthy structure around entertainment time while keeping the experience straightforward and predictable for both parents and kids.
WHY PARENTS LIKE EPISODELOCK
Clear boundaries: kids know the daily limit in advance
Less negotiation: the rule is enforced automatically
Fast setup: no complex onboarding
Cross-platform support: one extension for multiple services
Parent control: only PIN holders can override
Practical design: built for day-to-day family use
PRIVACY FIRST
EpisodeLock is built with privacy as a core principle.
Data is stored locally in your browser storage
No external analytics or tracking
No personal profile creation
No remote server needed for core functionality
No selling of personal data
PERMISSIONS EXPLAINED
EpisodeLock requests only the permissions needed to do its job.
Storage permission: saves your episode limit, PIN, daily counter, and watched-item state locally in the browser.
Host access on supported streaming domains: detects video playback events so it can count episodes and enforce your configured daily limit.
These permissions are used only to provide parental-control functionality.
USE CASES
Weeknight routine management
Bedtime screen-time boundaries
Homework-first schedules
Shared-family-device controls
Consistent rules across multiple streaming platforms
EXAMPLE FAMILY RULES YOU CAN IMPLEMENT
School days: 1 episode
Weekends: 3 episodes
Vacation mode: temporarily increase limit
Reward mode: add an extra episode when appropriate
Because settings are PIN-protected, parents can adjust limits without children bypassing controls.
DESIGNED FOR REAL STREAMING BEHAVIOR
EpisodeLock focuses on practical playback detection and limiting logic so that the extension feels natural during normal viewing.
It is designed to be robust on modern streaming websites and adaptive to dynamic page behavior.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Episode counting depends on playback detection on supported sites.
Platform interface changes can occasionally affect behavior; updates are released to keep compatibility strong.
Parents should still supervise younger children and use EpisodeLock as part of a broader healthy screen-time routine.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Parents and guardians who want lightweight, effective streaming limits
Families that prefer local-only privacy-friendly tools
Households that use Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, YouTube, or YouTube Kids
WHO THIS IS NOT FOR
Users looking for full enterprise monitoring or cloud reporting dashboards
Households needing advanced per-child account syncing across many devices and browsers
EpisodeLock is intentionally focused: fast setup, clear limits, reliable enforcement.
QUICK START
Install extension
Set limit
Set PIN
Done
In under a couple of minutes, you can move from daily screen-time debates to a calmer, rules-based routine.
ONGOING IMPROVEMENTS
EpisodeLock continues to evolve with stability fixes, compatibility updates, and quality-of-life improvements based on real family usage patterns and feedback.
If you want a straightforward parental-control extension that helps kids build healthier viewing habits while respecting privacy, EpisodeLock is built for exactly that.