YouTube AdBlock

Accelerates and Skips YouTube Ads in Less Than a Second

YouTube AdBlock: Skip Ads Instantly

"YouTube AdBlock" is a Firefox add-on that accelerates and automatically skips YouTube ads in under a second. It works seamlessly on desktop and mobile, including YouTube Music. Users can customize settings like playback rate and ad visibility to bypass ads effectively while maintaining privacy and security. The add-on does not collect data and provides options to avoid detection by YouTube. Enjoy uninterrupted content with enhanced viewing efficiency.

Add-on stats

By: Martin
Users: 5,818
97
Version: 1.71 (Last updated: 2024-10-25)
Creation date: 2023-11-09
Weekly download count: 452
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • scripting
  • *://*.youtube.com/*
Size: 31.82K

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

This is an Add-On Accelerating and Skipping YouTube Ads in Less Than a Second.

  • Real-time Acceleration: Ads are sped up on the fly.
  • Auto-Skip: Bypass ads as soon as they become skippable.

Works on both desktop and mobile, and in both YouTube Music and Videos.

Demo video

How it Works: A process, running when the current tab is youtube.com/watch, periodically checks the page content for ads. If there is one, the process accelerates it by setting the playback rate to the value set in your config (e.g., 10). As soon as the "Skip Ads ->" button shows up, the process clicks it. When the ad is skipped, the process increments a local private counter of skipped ads in the browser.

Usage: The add-on should work seamlessly upon installation. However, it is possible that the default configuration creates issues (such as triggering the YouTube detection banner) for you, as YouTube provides different different user interfaces / experiences depending on the location, language, etc.

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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 great in blocking ads
  • Frequent updates from the developer
  • Effective on server-sided ads
  • Enhances video viewing experience
  • User-friendly and easy to install
Cons
  • Sometimes skips parts of the main video
  • Issues with video speed resetting
  • Inconsistent performance recently
  • Google detects the adblocker, causing issues
  • Fast-forwarding through regular videos
Most mentioned
  • Having issues with skipping ads vs. video content
  • Recent updates causing unexpected behavior
  • User appreciation for developer responsiveness
User reviews
This extension is Made In Heaven.
by Mayo, 2024-12-21

by meows21, 2024-11-19

Useless. Hasn't blocked a single ad.
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

YouTube AdBlock requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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

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