Turn Off the Lights

The entire page will be fading to dark, so you can watch the videos as if you were in the cinema. Works for YouTube™ and beyond.

Turn Off the Lights - Chrome Extension

Turn Off the Lights is a powerful Chrome extension that dims the entire web page except for the video, creating a cinematic atmosphere for a more immersive and focused viewing experience. It offers various customization options and features like Auto HD, Auto Wide, eye protection, and more, making it a popular choice for video lovers, dark mode enthusiasts, and eye protection advocates.
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Extension stats

Users: 1,000,000+
Version: 4.5.6 (Last updated: 2024-12-20)
Creation date: 2020-06-04
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • tabs
  • storage
  • webNavigation
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 8.87M

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Turn Off the Lights for Firefox (v4.5.5)
4.56 (678) 46,763+
Turn Off the Lights (v4.5.6)
3.90 (125) 401,847+
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Extension summary

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Immerse yourself in a cinematic atmosphere while watching videos online with Turn Off the Lights. This powerful browser extension dims everything on the web page except for the video you are watching, bringing your focus to the content that matters most.

🏆🥇 Turn Off the Lights browser extension has also been featured on several popular websites, including Lifehacker, CNET, ZDNet, BuzzFeed, and PC World. With its growing popularity and positive feedback, it is no surprise that the Turn Off the Lights browser extension has become one of the most popular and trusted browser extensions in the market.

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Enjoy a simplified browsing experience with the Turn Off the Lights browser extension. With just one click on the lamp button, your page will smoothly fade into darkness, focusing automatically on the video. Another click restores the page to its original state. Explore additional customization options on the Turn Off the Lights Options page to tailor your viewing experience to your preferences.

Turn Off the Lights is a lightweight and useful add-on designed for a more comfortable watching experience. It is more than just a dimming tool; it is your gateway to an enhanced viewing experience tailored for three key types of users:

  • Video Lovers: Whether you are binge-watching your favorite series or catching up on the latest viral clips, Turn Off the Lights creates the perfect ambiance for uninterrupted viewing pleasure.
  • Dark Mode Enthusiasts: Embrace the dark side of browsing with Turn Off the Lights, converting all websites into your personalized dark mode theme.
  • Eye Protection Advocates: Shield your eyes from harsh screen glare and blue light emissions. With its accessibility features, Turn Off the Lights helps prioritize your visual health while you enjoy your favorite online content. Plus, keep the dark layer always enabled, even when you click on a hyperlink.

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works well with YouTube and other streaming services
  • Dimming feature is appreciated by users for reducing eye strain
  • Helps automatically control video quality, which saves data
  • Long-standing popularity among users, with many recommending it
  • Responsive developer support according to some reviews
Cons
  • Incompatibility issues with certain sites like Dailymotion
  • Interference with other extensions or the browser's search functionality
  • Dimming effect doesn't persist during page interaction
  • Automatic installation of unwanted apps or extensions
  • Subtitles not being displayed properly in some cases
Most mentioned
  • Dimming feature for reducing screen brightness
  • Video quality control feature
  • Works effectively on YouTube
  • Compatibility issues with other websites and extensions
  • Developer support and communication
User reviews
毎度欠かさず愛用しております。 画面にカーソル合わせるだけで暗くなる設定や、ボリュウームの調節、簡単にスクショとれてり、等々素晴らしい!! ありがとう!
by ORE 502, 2025-01-21

Работает в YouTube Kids

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by thomas u6]b00, 2025-01-11
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Turn Off the Lights requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Turn Off the Lights has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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