FreeTube Redirect

Redirects YouTube links to FreeTube. FreeTube must be downloaded in order for this extension to be useful. Download FreeTube here: https://github.com/FreeTubeApp/FreeTube/

FreeTube Redirect - Redirect YouTube links to FreeTube

FreeTube Redirect is a Firefox add-on that allows users to automatically redirect YouTube links to FreeTube, a software application that provides a privacy-focused alternative to the official YouTube website. By installing this add-on, users can enjoy a more private and secure YouTube browsing experience.

Add-on stats

By: PrestonFT
Users: 634
-16
Rating: 2.68
(28)
Version: 0.2resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2018-06-02
Weekly download count: 17
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Size: 340.55K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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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
  • Works on multiple Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Linux Mint)
  • Some users report it functions correctly under certain circumstances
  • Simplified redirection to the FreeTube app as intended
Cons
  • Many users state it does not work at all or is ineffective
  • Issues with loading videos after redirection
  • Requires double clicks and does not work with all methods of opening links
  • Some links open in the wrong applications (like Mail app instead of the FreeTube app)
  • General consensus of being unreliable or abandoned
Most mentioned
  • Does not work as intended for many users
  • Opens FreeTube app but fails to load videos
  • Requires specific methods (like double-click) to function properly
User reviews
Works perfectly well on Firefox 134. Ubuntu Noble
by Amin, 2025-01-17

Doesn't even work. Is this just a pointless plugin now?
by DerpDerpington, 2024-12-15

This Add-on does not work and therefore it is useless!
by Marty, 2024-12-04
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

FreeTube Redirect requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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

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