Chrome-Stats extension
Clickbait Remover for Youtube
Replaces thumbnails and modifies titles of videos on youtube.com and m.youtube.com
What is Clickbait Remover for Youtube?
Stats
- *://www.youtube.com/*
- *://m.youtube.com/*
- *://i.ytimg.com/*
- webRequest
- storage
- webRequestBlocking
- tabs
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Summary
This extension replaces thumbnails with a frame from the video, effectively removing any clickbait while still showing a high quality thumbnail so you can still get a good idea of what the video is about. It can also modify titles to stop partial or all caps titles.
It works everywhere on Youtube including the homepage, trending page, subscription page and channel pages. And also on mobile.
All functionality of the extension is customizable by clicking the extension icon on the top right, you can see the effect that different options have right away if you have a youtube tab open, no need to reload the page.
This extension might help people who have a Youtube addiction or anyone who just doesn't want to be distracted by flashy thumbnails and all caps titles while trying to find some quality content.
Source code: https://github.com/pietervanheijningen/clickbait-remover-for-youtube Chrome version: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/clickbait-remover-for-you/omoinegiohhgbikclijaniebjpkeopip
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Removes clickbait thumbnails
- Helps avoid manipulative content
- Allows customization of whitelisted channels
Cons
- Some users may not agree with selected replacement thumbnails
- Option to exclude/whitelist videos from subscribed users would be a nice addition
Most mentioned
- Removes clickbait thumbnails
- Customization of whitelisted channels
- Helps avoid manipulative content
Recent reviews
Safety
Risk impact
Clickbait Remover for Youtube is very risky to use and it requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Avoid installing this add-on unless you absolutely trust this publisher.
Risk likelihood
Clickbait Remover for Youtube has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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