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Adblock YouTube NoADS is a free browser extension for Chrome and Edge that works only on YouTube. It skips or fast-forwards video ads and hides banner and overlay ads while you watch. This page explains what the extension does, how to install it, and what to expect from YouTube, which does not allow ad blockers under its terms.
What Adblock YouTube NoADS does
According to its store listing, the extension:
- mutes, fast-forwards and skips pre-roll, mid-roll and unskippable video ads;
- hides side-panel ads, sponsored video cards and text overlays on the video;
- runs only on YouTube, so it does not change other websites;
- does not track your browsing history or collect personal data.
Adblock YouTube NoADS at a glance
| Browsers | Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge |
| Works on | YouTube in a desktop browser |
| Price | Free |
| Users | About 3,000 on Chrome and 900 on Edge (September 2026) |
| Latest version | 0.1.4 on the Chrome Web Store, updated June 2026 |
How to install it
- Open the extension on the Chrome Web Store or on Microsoft Edge Add-ons.
- Click Add to Chrome or Get, then confirm with Add extension.
- Reload any YouTube tab that was already open, so the extension can start working there.
What to do if ads still appear
- Reload the tab. Extensions do not start on pages that were open before you installed them.
- Use one YouTube ad blocker at a time. Two extensions that both try to skip ads can undo each other’s work.
- Check for an update. YouTube changes how it serves ads, and fixes arrive through extension updates. Chrome and Edge install them automatically, usually within a day.
- Look for conflicts. Turn off your other extensions under chrome://extensions, test a video, then turn them back on one by one.
A YouTube-only blocker or a general ad blocker?
| NoADS (YouTube only) | General ad blocker | |
|---|---|---|
| Where it works | YouTube only | Every website |
| Setup | None | Filter lists and site exceptions |
| Effect on other sites | None | Can hide ads that keep free sites running, and occasionally breaks pages |
A YouTube-only extension is the lighter choice if YouTube is the only place where ads bother you, because the rest of the web keeps working exactly as before.
Does YouTube allow ad blockers?
No. YouTube’s terms of service do not allow ad blockers, and since 2023 YouTube has shown warnings to viewers who use them and in some cases limited playback. No extension can promise that this will never happen to you. If you see a warning, update the extension and reload the page; if the warning keeps coming back, turning the extension off on YouTube is the only sure fix.
The official way to watch without ads is YouTube Premium, which also removes ads in the mobile apps and supports the creators you watch.
Other ways to make YouTube less cluttered
If ads are not your only annoyance, our guides show how to disable YouTube Shorts and list more free YouTube extensions. For a comparison of ad blockers that work on every site, see the best adblock for YouTube.
Frequently asked questions
Is the extension free?
Yes, it is free to install and use.
Does it work in the YouTube mobile app?
No. Browser extensions only work in desktop Chrome and Edge, not in the YouTube app on phones or TVs.
Does it block ads on other websites?
No. It is built for YouTube only. For other sites you need a general ad blocker.
Adblock YouTube NoADS is a small, free option if you watch YouTube in Chrome or Edge and want fewer interruptions. Keep in mind that YouTube does not permit ad blocking, and consider YouTube Premium if you want an ad-free experience that YouTube supports.