Video Blocker

Block videos from playing.

Video Blocker - Stop Autoplay Videos with Chrome Extension

Video Blocker is a Chrome extension that enhances your browsing experience by stopping autoplay videos on various web pages. This handy tool prevents all web videos from playing automatically, reducing CPU usage especially on pages with high content updates. It also includes a whitelisting feature where users can specify trusted domains. If you want to play a video, simply click on it. The application's latest versions include multiple bug fixes, better language translations, as well as an updated framework. Streamline your browsing with Video Blocker!

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Extension stats

By: Ben Plowman

Users: 10,000+

Rating: 3.37

(133)

0.02

Version: 1.2 (Last updated: 2022-10-27)

Creation date: 2020-02-06

Permissions:

tabs
activeTab
storage

Size: 2.02M

Email: be*****@gmail.com

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 7,529 ▲ 65

Other rankings

#555 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 2 #29 in video keyword 77 ▲ 6 #250 in overlay keyword 28 ▼ 8 #252 in like keyword 22 ▲ 1 #265 in domain keyword 26 ▲ 2

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Works as advertised to block most videos
Effective in blocking unwanted video content on various sites
Helps users focus by reducing distractions from moving videos
Provides a simple link to play videos if needed
Positive feedback from some users who appreciate its functionality

Cons

Does not work on all websites, particularly newer ones
Prevents users from seeing video previews or information on blocked videos
Lacks customization options for blocked video display, leading to a poor visual experience
No recent updates, leading to functionality issues
Limited settings, such as inability to block specific keywords or channels

Most mentioned

Doesn't work on many popular sites
Blocks videos but shows unwanted imagery or overlays
Requires more customization options
Hasn't been updated in a long time, causing issues with newer web designs
Users have uninstalled due to ineffectiveness on certain platforms

User reviews

Не работает ни на одном из сайтов.

Валерий Vasylich, 2025-03-04

No. Its not working with any site

Achala Madushanka, 2025-01-28

Actually works, but prevents seeing what the video is, which is a big downside. Uninstalling.

Paul B., 2024-12-31

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Video Blocker requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Video Blocker. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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