Disable HTML5 Autoplay

Name: Disable HTML5 Autoplay
Rating: 3.4293948126801155 (1041 reviews)
Author: Eloston

Disables autoplay of all HTML5 audio and video

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Disable HTML5 Autoplay is a Chrome extension designed to prevent HTML5 audio and video media from auto-playing on websites. It works by removing the autoplay attribute from media elements and intercepting the media's JavaScript API to simulate normal behavior while enforcing autoplay restrictions. This ensures websites behave as expected without unsolicited media starting automatically, offering a smoother and less intrusive browsing experience.

Please note this extension is currently unmaintained. For the latest updates, documentation, and support, visit the official GitHub repository and wiki. It's ideal for users who want more control over media playback during browsing and want to avoid unexpected sounds or videos starting on page load.

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By:

Eloston

Users:

100,000+

Rating:

3.43

(1,041)

Version:

0.6.2 Last updated: 2017-09-26

Creation date:

2017-09-26

Risk:

Permissions:

webNavigation
<all_urls>
storage
unlimitedStorage

Size:

27.16K

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 1,790 ▼ 5

Other rankings

#9782 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 6 #6 in disable keyword 34 ▼ 1 #205 in html keyword 39 ▼ 7

User reviews

Users largely praise Disable HTML5 Autoplay for effectively blocking autoplay videos on YouTube and other sites, improving browsing experience by preventing unexpected audio/video playback. Despite being unmaintained, it remains functional on most platforms. However, some users report it blocks necessary media playback on sites like Google Meet and VK.com, causes issues with live streaming videos, and fails on platforms like Twitter. The extension needs manual setup after installation and has become partially obsolete due to lack of updates and changes in web technology.

Pros

Effectively blocks autoplay on YouTube, preventing videos from playing automatically when opening tabs.
Highly appreciated by users for stopping unexpected video and audio playback on various sites, improving user experience.
Still works on most sites despite lack of maintenance and updates.
Simple and effective compared to other autoplay blockers, requiring minimal configuration.
Helps avoid interruptions during meetings or telehealth sessions by stopping videos from autoplaying.

Cons

Extension is no longer maintained or updated, leading to compatibility issues with newer site technologies.
Blocks autoplay on some sites excessively, causing problems with legitimate audio and video playback, such as on Google Meet or VK.com.
Does not block autoplay on certain platforms like Twitter and some video streaming sites (e.g., Bilibili).
Can cause computer freezes or crashes on sites with live streaming video where it fails.
Requires manual settings configuration after installation for optimal use.

Recent reviews

Bloque bien l'autoplay sur YouTube, mais a aussi désactivé le son des appels Google Meet... Dommage

Tanguy NODET, 2025-02-18

thumbs up!!!

Bored Eats, 2024-10-30

Finally something that works!

Andrew Robbins, 2024-10-02

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Disable HTML5 Autoplay requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

Disable HTML5 Autoplay has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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