Hey everyone, I’ve noticed something weird happening on YouTube lately. It seems like they’re cracking down on ad blockers even harder now. Has anyone else experienced their videos being skipped entirely when using an ad blocker?
I was watching some music videos yesterday and suddenly YouTube started jumping to the next video in the playlist without playing the current one. At first I thought it was a glitch, but then I realized it only happens when my ad blocker is on.
Is this happening to other people too? It’s pretty frustrating because now I have to choose between sitting through ads or not being able to watch videos at all. What do you think about this new tactic from YouTube? Any workarounds you’ve found?
I’ve been dealing with this issue too, and it’s definitely frustrating. After some trial and error, I found that using a combination of uBlock Origin and a custom filter list specifically designed for YouTube has helped. It’s not perfect, but it’s reduced the number of skips significantly.
Another approach that’s worked for me is using YouTube Premium through a family plan. Split among friends, it’s actually quite affordable and eliminates ads entirely. Plus, you get other perks like background play on mobile.
For those who can’t or don’t want to pay, consider using alternative front-ends like Invidious or FreeTube. They offer ad-free viewing without relying on traditional ad blockers. Just be aware that these solutions might lack some features of the official YouTube site.
Ultimately, it’s a cat-and-mouse game between YouTube and users. We’ll likely need to keep adapting our methods as YouTube updates its detection systems.
I’ve been grappling with this issue as well. After extensive testing, I found that using a JavaScript-based ad blocker like uBlock Origin in tandem with custom filter lists specifically tailored for YouTube can mitigate the problem to some extent. However, it’s not a foolproof solution.
Another approach I’ve found effective is utilizing YouTube through third-party apps or alternative front-ends. These often bypass YouTube’s ad detection mechanisms entirely. However, be aware that this method may violate YouTube’s terms of service.
For those willing to invest, a YouTube Premium subscription offers an ad-free experience without resorting to blockers. It’s worth considering if you’re a heavy YouTube user.
Ultimately, as YouTube continues to evolve its anti-ad blocking measures, we may need to continually adapt our strategies or reconsider our stance on viewing ads to support content creators.
I’ve encountered this issue as well. It appears YouTube has implemented a new detection system for ad blockers. From my experience, using a VPN in conjunction with an ad blocker sometimes circumvents this problem. Additionally, I’ve found that certain browser-based solutions like Brave or custom YouTube clients for mobile devices can offer ad-free viewing without triggering these automatic skips. However, it’s worth noting that these workarounds may not be permanent as YouTube continues to evolve its anti-ad blocking measures. It’s a complex issue balancing user experience with platform monetization.
yeah, its happening to me too. super annoying. ive tried different adblockers but no luck. youtube’s really pushing it now. maybe we should start looking at other video platforms? or does anyone know any good youtube alternatives that don’t have this issue?
yep, same issue here. its super annoying. ive tried switching adblockers but no luck. youtube’s getting real aggressive with this stuff lately. maybe time to look into alternatives? heard rumours about some browser extensions that might help, but havent tried em yet. anyone else found a fix?