YouTube AdSkipper

Auto Skip ads so that you don't need to click the skip button yourself!

YouTube AdSkipper - Auto Skip YouTube Ads

"YouTube AdSkipper" is a Chrome extension that automatically skips ads on YouTube™ by clicking the skip button for you. It features auto muting of advertisements and speeds up unskippable ads, enhancing your viewing experience while still showing ads. Users can customize various settings and claim personal ranks with unique icons. Stay updated with new features and fixes on the extension's dedicated website.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
By: Mark
Users: 7,000+
Rating: 4.56
(18)
Version: 1.1.2 (Last updated: 2025-01-22)
Creation date: 2024-01-18
Permissions:
  • storage
  • identity
  • identity.email
Size: 45.04K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 in skipping ads
  • Works smoothly on lower speeds (x2, x3)
  • Generally has provided good user experience
  • Highly rated by users as the best ad skipper
Cons
  • Frequently blocked by YouTube
  • Intermittent functionality; may stop working suddenly
  • Visual issues with ranking display not functioning as expected
  • Need to restart browser after installation for proper functioning
Most mentioned
  • Blocked by YouTube
  • Once worked well but now detected and rendered ineffective
  • Effective at skipping ads when functioning
  • Best overall YouTube ad skipper prior to detection issues
User reviews
有效
by 黃小瑞Kerry, 2025-02-26

YT doesn't detect x2 or x3 but definitely detects anything above that
by Rudranil Ghosh, 2024-12-18

was working good two days ago, but it won't work now
by S K, 2024-11-20
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Extension safety

Risk impact

YouTube AdSkipper requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of YouTube AdSkipper. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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