Chrome-Stats extension
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/
What is FreeTube Redirect?
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.
Stats
By:
PrestonFT
Rating:
2.50
(22)
Creation date:
2018-06-02
Weekly download count:
25
Firefox on Android:
No
Risk impact:
Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version:
2
Size:
340.55K
Email:
fr*****@protonmail.com
URLs:
Website
Stats date:
Chrome-Stats Rank
#
4087
▼ 3
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Edge
Want to check extension ranking and stats more quickly for other Firefox add-ons?
Install
Chrome-Stats extension
to view Chrome-Stats data as you browse the Firefox Browser Add-ons.
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spammy, or outdated.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
- Works for some users, particularly on Mac and Linux Mint
- Good concept that aims to integrate with FreeTube
- Shows an option to open in FreeTube app
Cons
- Does not redirect YouTube links consistently
- Some users report that it opens FreeTube but does not load the video
- Last update was in 2018, leading to concerns of abandonware
- Unreliable or not working on certain systems like Windows and some Linux distributions
- May open incorrect applications such as the Mail app on Mac
Most mentioned
- Inconsistency in functioning across different operating systems
- Does not always load the video in the FreeTube app
- Potential for the addon being outdated or abandonware
- Concept and integration with FreeTube is appreciated but needs improvement
- Issues with usability such as the requirement of double-clicks or the inability to choose which videos to open with FreeTube
Recent reviews
Many people say this addon does nothing but for me it's perfectly working. Maybe the problem has been fixed? I'm on Mac if that matters.
by
PHO, 2024-03-17
by
zak, 2024-03-03
Safety
Risk impact
FreeTube Redirect may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing.
Risk likelihood
FreeTube Redirect is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
Upgrade to see risk analysis details