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technology7 hours ago•5 min saved

DuckDuckGo Lets YouTube Run Ad-Free Across Platforms with a Privacy-First Player

DuckDuckGo’s latest browser updates enable built‑in YouTube ad blocking on Mac, Windows, and iPhone (Android requires a manual toggle); early tests report continuous, ad-free playback across a range of videos. The system uses community filter lists from uBlock Origin plus DuckDuckGo tweaks, and it can be paired with DuckPlayer—a privacy‑focused built‑in video player that avoids cookies and personalized tracking, offering a smoother, more private YouTube experience.

via Android Authority|

#ad-blocking #browsers #duckduckgo

technology2 days ago•3 min saved

DuckDuckGo Browser Expands YouTube Ad Blocking Across Desktop and iOS

DuckDuckGo says its free browser now blocks most YouTube video ads—pre-roll and mid-roll—by default on iPhone, Windows, and Mac with the latest version; Android support is coming soon and can be enabled in the app’s settings. The ad-blocking works only inside the browser (not in the YouTube app) and relies on community filter lists from uBlock Origin plus DuckDuckGo’s rules for compatibility, which may cause a brief buffering before video loads. It blocks most but not all ads, while standard YouTube features like watch history and playlist progress remain available when using YouTube’s site inside the DuckDuckGo browser; this feature is separate from DuckDuckGo’s built-in YouTube viewer, Duck Player.

via CNET|

#ad-blocking #duckduckgo-browser #privacy

technology2 days ago•8 min saved

DuckDuckGo’s browser blocks most YouTube ads across platforms

DuckDuckGo says its browser can block most video ads—including YouTube—by using open-source uBlock Origin filter lists; the feature is on by default on iOS, Mac, and Windows, with automatic Android enable coming soon, and requires using the DuckDuckGo browser. It may cause extra buffering, and ads in the YouTube app won’t be affected.

via Android Authority|

#ad-blocking #browsers #duckduckgo

technology3 days ago•4 min saved

DuckDuckGo blocks most YouTube video ads by default across major platforms

DuckDuckGo’s browser now blocks most YouTube video ads (pre-roll and during playback) by default on iOS, macOS, and Windows, with Android users able to enable it manually. The ad blocking relies on uBlock Origin filter lists plus DuckDuckGo’s own rules and can be used alongside Duck Player’s privacy features. It may cause slightly longer buffering and could require updates when YouTube changes its ad delivery; users are invited to test and provide anonymous feedback.

via BleepingComputer|

#ad-blocking #duckduckgo #privacy

technology25 days ago•5 min saved

Chrome’s MV3 Switch Slams the Door on Traditional Ad Blockers

Google is switching Chrome from MV2 to Manifest V3, which will end official support for MV2 extensions and effectively disable popular ad blockers such as uBlock Origin; MV3 caps filtering and removes dynamic blocking, limiting ad-blocking effectiveness, though it doesn’t ban blockers outright. A Lite version of uBlock Origin exists with reduced functionality. Other browsers may continue MV2, but Chrome’s transition is slated to roll out with Chrome versions 150–151 this summer.

via PCMag|

#ad-blocking #browser-extensions #chrome

technology1 month ago•12 min saved

Samsung's Device Care shields Galaxy users from intrusive ad alerts

Samsung’s Device Care app update to version 13.8.80.7 adds Intelligent Blocking to analyze push notifications and mute apps that flood users with ads; blocked apps can be unblocked in Device Care settings. The feature targets One UI 8.5 devices like the Galaxy S26 series, with older app versions available via sideloading and a gradual official rollout expected over the coming weeks.

via Notebookcheck|

#ad-blocking #galaxy-s26 #one-ui-85

technology3 months ago•3 min saved

AdGuard Family Plan lifetime deal slices ads and trackers across devices for under $16

AdGuard's Family Plan is on sale for a lifetime subscription at $15.97 (regularly $169.99), letting you block ads, limit trackers, and protect multiple devices with parental controls—plus ongoing updates with no recurring fees.

via Mashable|

#ad-blocking #lifetime-deal #multi-device

technology4 months ago•3 min saved

AdGuard Lifetime Family Plan: One-Time $15.97 for 9 Devices Through Feb. 22

AdGuard is offering a lifetime Family Plan for a one-time $15.97 (regularly $169.99) that covers up to nine devices, delivering ad blocking, privacy protection, parental controls, and malware/phishing protection with cross-device syncing, available through Feb. 22.

via Mashable|

#ad-blocking #adguard #family-plan

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Escape YouTube Ads Forever with This VPN Hack

Using VPNs like NordVPN and Surfshark to connect to Albanian servers can effectively block YouTube ads without a Premium subscription, offering an affordable alternative for ad-free viewing and additional benefits like geo-unblocking and enhanced privacy.

via Gizmodo|

#ad-blocking #nordvpn #surfshark

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

YouTube Tightens Crackdown on Third-Party Ad Blockers

YouTube is intentionally causing playback issues for users of third-party apps that block its ads, citing its terms of service that prohibit ad-blocking. This crackdown is happening at the API level, affecting apps that use the interface to access YouTube videos. The move has sparked criticism from privacy advocates and raised concerns about user privacy and security.

via The Register|

#ad-blocking #api #privacy

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

YouTube Implements Strict Measures Against Third-Party Ad Blockers

YouTube will start cracking down on third-party apps that block ads while using its platform, stating that such apps violate its Terms of Service. Google warns that any apps using YouTube APIs to block advertisements may soon be blocked from its developer APIs, and users of these apps may experience extended buffering or errors when trying to load videos. The move is aimed at protecting creators' revenue, and YouTube suggests subscribing to Premium for an ad-free experience. This crackdown follows YouTube's previous efforts to combat ad blocking, including prompting users to disable their ad blockers and restricting ad blocker users to just three videos.

via BleepingComputer|

#ad-blocking #api #google

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

YouTube Expands Crackdown on Third-Party Ad-Blocking Apps

YouTube is cracking down on third-party mobile apps that enable ad-free viewing, citing violations of its Terms of Service. Users of these apps may experience buffering issues or see error messages when trying to access videos. The platform insists that ad blocking prevents creators from being rewarded for viewership and encourages users to sign up for YouTube Premium at $14 a month for an ad-free experience. This move is part of YouTube's ongoing efforts to combat ad blockers, which have included pop-ups urging viewers to disable ad blockers or sign up for Premium, as well as limiting video playback for users with ad blockers installed.

via Engadget|

#ad-blocking #mobile-apps #technology

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

YouTube Addresses Ad Blocker Issues Causing Browser Slowdowns

Google claims that popular ad-blocking extensions like Adblock Plus and AdBlock are causing slow video streaming speeds on YouTube, not the platform itself. YouTube's decision to make its policy against ad blocking more visible may have contributed to the recent drama. Reports of loading delays on YouTube were attributed to a bug in Adblock Plus and AdBlock, which has since been fixed. The creator of uBlock Origin confirmed the performance issues and recommended using their ad blocking extension instead. Eyeo, the company behind Adblock Plus, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

via The Register|

#ad-blocking #adblock-plus #google

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

YouTube Users Find Clever Ways to Avoid Ad-Blockers

YouTube users are uninstalling popular ad-blocking apps like Ghostery and AdGuard due to YouTube's rules against ad-blockers. Instead of paying for YouTube Premium, users are searching for free alternatives, with uBlock Origin being a popular choice. However, YouTube is likely to crack down on these alternatives over time, making adaptability necessary for users.

via Mashable|

#ad-blocking #alternatives #technology

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

YouTube's Battle Against Ad Blockers: A Frustrating Fight Explained

A free and open-source browser extension called SponsorBlock for YouTube allows users to block sponsored ads on the platform. The extension relies on crowdsourced "skip segments" submitted by volunteers to automatically skip ad reads in videos. With over 15 million skip segments submitted so far, the extension covers a wide range of YouTube channels. Users can also whitelist channels they want to see sponsorship videos for and have the option to disable automatic skipping. The extension is available for popular browsers and can even be integrated into third-party ad-free apps and smart TVs.

via Lifehacker|

#ad-blocking #browser-extension #crowdsourcing