Youtube ad fast-forwarder

Automatically fast-forwards promotions in Youtube videos.
What is Youtube ad fast-forwarder?
Youtube ad fast-forwarder is a Chrome extension that automatically detects and fast-forwards through promotions and ads in Youtube videos, providing a seamless viewing experience for users.

Extension stats

Users: 2,000+
Version: 1.2.6 (Last updated: 2024-05-27)
Creation date: 2023-10-09
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • storage
Host permissions:
  • https://www.youtube.com/*
Size: 280.58K

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Hi! I've developed an extension for Youtube which automatically detects promotions of content creators and fast-forwards through them. Imagine you're watching a podcast and the content creator starts a commercial break which goes on for a minute. Youtube ad fast-forwarder will detect and fast-forward such promos. And of course, I did not forget the native pre-roll ads. They are all fast-forwarded and skipped automatically.

You can support this project at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soleh, and meanwhile I can keep improving the service

Here is a more detailed breakdown of the features:

  1. Automatic promotion detection. When a Youtuber starts promoting a product the extension will fast-forward the entire part. Please note however, that this is not magic, the algorithm is not perfect, so there will be times where it will fail to detect promotions. I'm constantly working on improving it so it will only get better from here.

  2. Youtube ad blocker. A classic feature which detects whenever a Youtube ad is playing and automatically fast-forwarding and skipping it.

Common questions:

Is the extension free?

  • Yes! As of now there are no costs I need to cover for this extension to work (apart from my time :)) and therefore it's free for everyone. Just install and use it.
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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Effective ad fast-forwarding capabilities
  • Simple and user-friendly interface
  • Works well on various videos
  • Great support and responsiveness from the developer
  • Can skip both regular ads and sponsorships
Cons
  • Recently patched by YouTube, may have limitations
  • Can skip important parts of travel vlogs
  • Requires Google account sign-in, raising privacy concerns
Most mentioned
  • Works great
  • Simplicity of the plugin
  • Responsive developer
  • Fast-forwards sponsorships
  • Needs to improve on not skipping important video content
Recent reviews
Best extension i have ever use . but how can to use in fire fox?
by Ezz Eldeen, 2024-10-03

... not working
by nat mayclark, 2024-10-01

5 stars. Thats it !
by No No, 2024-07-04
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Youtube ad fast-forwarder is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Youtube ad fast-forwarder if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Youtube ad fast-forwarder has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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