ProxTube - Unblock YouTube

ProxTube - Unblock YouTube

In some countries YouTube videos are blocked! Unblock them with this Addon. Supported countries: Germany, Netherlands, Spain, ...? not US compatible Status+Support: proxtube.com & Twitter: twitter.com/ProxTube (EN/DE)

What is ProxTube - Unblock YouTube?
ProxTube - Unblock YouTube is an innovative Firefox add-on specifically designed to grant users the ability to circumvent YouTube blockages imposed in certain countries. Upon activation, it uses a proxy server that allows you to view any blocked content. Once you leave the site, the proxy automatically deactivates, maintaining your privacy and internet speed.
Merlin
Stats
By: ProxTube
Rating: 3.24 (132)
Version: 7.0.2 (Last updated: 2021-05-13)
Creation date: 2011-06-21
Weekly download count: 132
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • management
  • proxy
  • http://*/
  • https://*/
Size: 232.05K
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Merlin
Summary

With a click on the toolbar icon, you can activate and deactivate the addon. If a YouTube video is blocked, it uses a proxy server to view the video. On Leaving the site it deactivates the proxy.

User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Works great to bypass age check verification for EU
  • Works for some users
Cons
  • Doesn't work for many users
  • Rarely works
  • No longer unblocking
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work
Recent reviews
by Simone, 2024-04-05

by Simone, 2024-04-05

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Safety
Risk impact

ProxTube - Unblock YouTube 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 ProxTube - Unblock YouTube if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

ProxTube - Unblock YouTube has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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