Youtube Autoplay Blocker
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Overview
Stop YouTube videos from starting automatically when you return to a previously opened tab.
YouTube Autoplay Blocker is a lightweight (~18KB) extension that ensures videos remain paused when you click on an old YouTube tab. It stops the browser from auto-playing media just because the tab regained focus. The video plays only when you explicitly click Play.
Why install it:
- Prevents paused videos from auto-resuming when you switch back to their tab.
- Gives you complete control over playback without unexpected media starts.
- Fully compatible with the latest March 2026 YouTube updates.
- Has zero impact on browser performance or page load times.
What it blocks:
- Standard YouTube videos auto-resume.
- YouTube Shorts autoplay.
- Miniplayer autoplay.
Privacy & Cost:
- 100% free with no ads.
- Zero trackers and no data collection.
- Code execution is strictly isolated to YouTube domains.
Changelog:
v1.3 (17.03.2026):
- Updated core logic to match the newest YouTube DOM modifications.
- Videos stay strictly paused when returning to an old tab, but play normally when you manually select a new video.
Support:
This extension is completely free. If you find it useful, buy me a coffee to support future updates:
https://buycoffee.to/foto360
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