TV for Youtube

Makes youtube.com/tv not redirect
What is TV for Youtube?
TV for Youtube is a Chrome extension that allows users to view the TV interface on Youtube.com without being redirected. It features a fullscreen mode and replaces User-Agent request header for a better viewing experience.

Extension stats

By: tberghuis
Users: 2,000+
Rating: 3.50 (2)
Version: 0.0.3 (Last updated: 2021-01-19)
Creation date: 2021-01-19
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • https://www.youtube.com/tv
Size: 103.42K

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
Want to check extension ranking and stats more quickly for other Chrome extensions? Install Chrome-Stats extension to view Chrome-Stats data as you browse the Chrome Web Store.
Chrome-Stats extension

Extension summary

Chrome extension that allows the viewing of the TV interface through the browser. Features a control to allow for fullscreen mode. Replaces User-Agent request header so that google will reply with the old working leanback interface.

User reviews

It runs ok, just usually You are being directed to youtube.com For a better experience, check your device’s app store for the official YouTube app. shows up. Please fix.
by serban gruianu, 2023-07-07

User Agent strings for YouTube leanback stopped working yesterday. Other extesnsion did not bring it back This one did.
by Karl Prager, 2021-01-25
View all user reviews

Extension safety

Risk impact

TV for Youtube 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 TV for Youtube if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

TV for Youtube has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Upgrade to see risk analysis details

Similar extensions

Here are some Chrome extensions that are similar to TV for Youtube: