YouTube Quality Adjuster

Automatically adjusts the quality of YouTube Videos

YouTube Quality Adjuster - Auto Video Quality Control

"YouTube Quality Adjuster" is a Chrome extension designed to automatically adjust the quality of YouTube videos based on user preferences. It only works on the original YouTube page and does not affect embedded videos. Updated in February 2025, it includes added functionalities for HD qualities and a fallback option to ensure the best viewing experience. This extension is ad-free and does not communicate over the network, prioritizing user privacy. A donation button is included to support ongoing development.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Version: 2.2.1 (Last updated: 2025-02-26)
Creation date: 2021-02-09
Permissions:
  • storage
  • declarativeContent
Host permissions:
  • https://*.youtube.com/*
Size: 31.16K
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Works exactly as stated with various quality options (1080, 720, etc.)
  • Allows turning off quality settings anytime
  • Useful for specific needs like music listening in lower resolutions (144p)
  • Works well with the latest Chrome version for the majority of users
  • Does not have fake reviews, enhancing credibility
Cons
  • Doesn't work on lower resolutions than 360p
  • YouTube still defaults to auto setting for some users
  • Several users report it not functioning at all
  • No options for 4K and higher quality settings mentioned
Most mentioned
  • Works effectively for changing quality options
  • Issues with it not working for some users
  • Requests for additional quality settings (such as 4K)
  • Ability to use lower quality for music listening
User reviews
Nie działa na niższe rozdzielczości niż 360p
by Piter, 2025-03-03

Works exactly as stated. Can pick between 1080, 720, large, medium, small, tiny and auto quality. Can also turn off anytime. Great for listening to music in 144p. No bot reviews too, which is always a good sign. 5/5.
by vverbov22, 2024-11-04

doesnt seem to work, youtube still sets itself to auto and 720p
by Liam M, 2024-09-10
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Extension safety

Risk impact

YouTube Quality Adjuster requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

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

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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