CustomTube - Restore the Old YouTube Layout

Choose your own YouTube layout, and more!

CustomTube: Your Favorite Old YouTube Layouts!

"CustomTube - Restore the Old YouTube Layout" is a versatile Firefox add-on that enables users to revert to their preferred YouTube interfaces from 2008 to 2021 with ease. In addition to layout customization, it offers features like autoplay loops, adjustable video player sizes, search optimization, and the option to hide the YouTube Shorts button, enhancing the overall viewing experience.
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Add-on stats

By: lightbeam
Users: 2,416
23
Rating: 4.33
(90)
2 new ratings
Version: 1.2.7.2 (Last updated: 2024-02-02)
Creation date: 2023-05-12
Weekly download count: 199
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
Size: 861.25K
URLs: Website

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# 1,848 ▼ 44
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CustomTube - Restore the Old YouTube Layout (v1.2.7.2)
3.87 (252) 20,000
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

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What if you could just choose your YouTube layout? Well, now you can! CustomTube lets you choose between recreations of any YouTube layout from 2008-2021, all with a single click!

Outside of the layout selector, CustomTube has even more options, including: -Ability to loop videos by default (with an option to exclude playlist videos) -Choose the size of the video player -Make search better by hiding some irrelevant results -Hide the "Shorts" button on the sidebar -And more, with even more options planned for future updates!

User reviews

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
  • Restores classic YouTube layouts that many users prefer
  • Compatible with various layouts from different eras of YouTube
  • Highly appreciated by users who dislike modern minimalist designs
  • Works on Android in desktop mode
  • Offers a nostalgic experience for longtime users of YouTube
Cons
  • Currently broken in some layouts, particularly with certain UI elements
  • Frequent bugs and issues during layout switching or specific themes
  • Lack of updates leading to persistent issues
  • Some elements cut off or poorly aligned, affecting usability
  • Specific features like dark mode and predictive search are also experiencing bugs
Most mentioned
  • Add-on has broken or buggy features in recent updates
  • Desire for more frequent updates to fix known issues
  • Users love the nostalgic aspect of having older YouTube layouts
  • Bugs related to layout switching causing elements to not display or align correctly
  • Concerns about compatibility with other add-ons affecting its performance
User reviews
It's good, but it broke.
by TienMilkMan, 2025-01-18
pls new update and fix new bug
by loci, 2025-01-17
its great i dont very like the new rounded yt interface its great thanks to the creator
by oldsitesarebetter, 2025-01-04
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

CustomTube - Restore the Old YouTube Layout requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

CustomTube - Restore the Old YouTube Layout has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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