Merlin
BlockTube

BlockTube

YouTube™ Content Blocker Block channels and videos from YouTube™ Fast and easy

What is BlockTube?
BlockTube is a Firefox extension specifically designed for YouTube. It allows you to block specific channels and videos, including comments and auto-generated playlists. This lightweight and fast extension integrates seamlessly with YouTube and includes features for advanced users like usage of Regular expressions. BlockTube respects user's privacy and doesn't collect any personal data.
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By: amitbl
Rating: 4.28 (330)
Version: 0.4.2 (Last updated: 2024-03-13)
Creation date: 2018-05-03
Weekly download count: 419
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
Size: 201.99K
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Summary
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YouTube™ content blocker

BlockTube gives you the control to customize your YouTube viewing experience. It allows you to block specific channels and videos that you don't wish to see or get recommended with. The extension is lightweight and fast, integrated seamlessly and does not affect your browsing experience at all, to an extent that an unsuspecting user will never know it's there to begin with.

** The extension includes the following features

  • Integrated context menus across YouTube for easy blocking
  • Block videos by name
  • Block channels by name
  • Block comments from specific user or by content keywords
  • Block/Allow videos with specific runtime
  • Block YouTube Shorts
  • Block YouTube Movies
  • Block Explore page
  • Block YouTube's auto generated playlists
  • Hide watched videos from recommendations
  • Remove "Video paused, continue watching?" popups
** For advanced users
  • Regular Expressions are supported across all filter options
  • Advanced Blocking: Extend the functionality on your own using a JavaScript function (https://github.com/amitbl/blocktube/wiki/Advanced-Blocking) ** WARNING: ** DO NOT PASTE UNTRUSTED CODE YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND, YOUR YOUTUBE ACCOUNT MAY BE AT RISK IF YOU DO SO
PRIVACY NOTICE: I do not collect any information or data on you. This extension does not contain analytics/tracking codes.
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User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Ability to block channels and comments
  • Works well when functioning properly
  • Useful for filtering out unwanted content on YouTube
Cons
  • Issues with functionality after updates
  • Difficulty in managing blocked channels or unblocking
  • Limited customization options for context menu
Most mentioned
  • Block channel option not working
  • Not working after recent updates
  • Inability to block comments
  • Difficulty in contacting developer
  • Manual channel blocking required
Recent reviews
At long last! I can search for videos about games I like without having to see Asmongold's awful little facial expressions in his horrible little thumbnails. Thank you.
by HolySpacePapa, 2024-04-24
You are a lifesaver thanks a lot!!!
by Firefox user 18383470, 2024-04-22
Channels I've blocked are still appearing in the comment section. Also, the "Block Channel" option isn't available in the comment section.
by hubakon1368, 2024-04-22
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Safety
Risk impact

BlockTube is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install BlockTube if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

BlockTube is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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