How to Disable Twitter Trends Without Browser Extension

With the increasing distraction in social media, one feature that stand the most is Twitter Trending. It shows what other people are currently talk about. While some people found it to be entertaining, many regards them as a source of distraction and often, unhappy feeling.

Fortunately, there are a number of Twitter Trends killer extensions for browsers, like Hide Twitter Trends and Tweak New Twitter. But surprisingly, I found a brilliant trick that could hide Twitter Trends without third-party tools. It works on Twitter desktop, and possibly, the mobile app version as well.

Here’s how to do it.

1. Launch Twitter (for example, I’m using Twitter desktop).

2. Go to Trends Settings.

3. Click Explore locations.

4. Select a country with the least Twitter users. In this case, I select Papua New Guinea. Or you can choose another country with the language you don’t know so whatever they are talking won’t interest you.

5. Refresh the page and see if the Trends is gone.

By the time of this writing, Papua New Guinea is one of several other countries with the lowest internet users, let alone Twitter.

Another advantage of choosing a foreign country for Twitter Trends is the fact that they are talking about topics and language you most likely can’t relate to. Therefore, smaller chances to get distracted by them.

A Simple Trick to Keep Twitter Trends Out of Sight

Want a distraction-free Twitter experience?

If you’re looking to focus on your timeline without the noise of trends, here’s another clever adjustment you can make.

Mute Keywords to Filter Trends

Twitter’s Mute Keywords feature can be a game-changer for reducing distractions. While it won’t remove the trends section entirely, it can help filter out specific topics that may appear in your feed or notifications. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Open Twitter and navigate to Settings and Privacy.
2. Go to Privacy and Safety > Mute and Block > Muted Words.
3. Add keywords or hashtags related to topics you want to avoid (e.g., “Trending Now,” “Breaking News”).
4. Set the mute duration (24 hours, 7 days, or forever).
5. Save your changes.

This method works across devices and ensures that even if trends are visible, their content won’t reach you.

For those who want more control

If you’re open to using browser extensions, tools like Tweak New Twitter or uBlock Origin can help customize your Twitter interface further. These extensions allow you to hide unwanted elements like trends, ads, and suggested content.

FAQ

Can I hide Twitter Trends without changing my location?

Yes! You can use browser extensions like uBlock Origin or Stylebot to remove the trends section by targeting its CSS selectors.

What happens if I select a country with fewer users?

Choosing a country with minimal Twitter activity will reduce the relevance of trends, often displaying topics in unfamiliar languages or less popular discussions.

Are there risks in using third-party extensions?

While most reputable extensions are safe, always check user reviews and permissions before installing them. Stick to trusted sources like the Chrome Web Store.

For more tips on managing your social media experience, explore guides on productivity tools and browser customizations!