Video Speed Control

Easily control HTML5 video playback speed via toolbar popup

The Video Speed Control Chrome extension enables users to easily manage the playback speed of any HTML5 video element directly from a convenient toolbar popup. Simply open a webpage containing an HTML5 video, start playing it, then open the extension's popup interface to set your desired speed between 0.07x and 16x. After adjusting, click the Play button within the popup to apply the speed change.

Please note that the extension requires manual activation of the speed change for each video playback and after each page reload, ensuring user control is maintained in compliance with HTML5 standards. This extension is ideal for users wanting customized video playback speed on any supported webpage without relying on built-in player controls. For feedback or bug reports, users can visit the extension's homepage.

Manifest V3 Extension Productivity Video Utilities
By:
Sevina
Users:
20,000
Rating:
4.86
(51)
Version:
0.1.4 Last updated: 2024-09-18
Creation date:
2018-11-18
Risk:
Moderate risk impact Very low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • *://*.youtube.com/*
Size:
47.57KB
Email:
se*****@gmail.com
URLs:
Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Chrome Web Store
Data ingested on:
2025-07-11

Other platforms

Video Speed Control (v0.1.4)
2,407 4.24 (25)

User reviews

Users praise Video Speed Control for its broad compatibility across various video platforms and ease of use, highlighting it as superior to many other extensions. Common requests include adding keyboard shortcuts for speed adjustment and implementing a dark mode. Some users note the extension does not remember the last playback speed setting per video, requiring repeated manual adjustments.
Pros
  • Works on a wide range of video streaming sites, including Disney+ Hotstar, SharePoint videos, and more, unlike other extensions limited to YouTube.
  • Easy to use and reliable, praised for simplicity and effectiveness.
  • Highly recommended by users who have tried many other similar extensions.
  • Allows high-speed playback up to 15x, providing good control over video speed.
  • Receives positive feedback for performance across browsers such as Chrome and Edge.
Cons
  • Lacks hotkeys or shortcuts to quickly increase or decrease playback speed, requested by multiple users.
  • Does not remember or retain the set playback speed per video, requiring manual adjustment each time.
  • Missing a dark mode option, which several users would appreciate.
Recent reviews
Perfect this is working for Disney+Hotstar Web Application. Awesome Man!! Glad i found this extension after trying 5-10 other extension. Hopefully this will be used by many other Chrome Users.
by Su*****, 2025-06-26

its good relly good
by Ja*****, 2025-06-01

almost best if added - auto next!
by Ta*****, 2025-05-02
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Extension safety

Risk impact
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Video Speed Control requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood
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Video Speed Control has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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