YouTube Autoplay Preventer - Stop Video Previews

Block YouTube video autoplay on hover. Save bandwidth and prevent unwanted sounds.

As of June 2026, YouTube Autoplay Preventer - Stop Video Previews has 306 users and a 3.00/5 rating from 4 reviews in the Productivity category.

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4 reviews
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Version
1.2.0
Manifest V3

History

10 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 2, 2026.

343.84316288.16Apr 2, 2026Jun 7, 2026
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Apr 24, 20263403.0041.2.0
May 2, 20263353.0041.2.0
May 8, 20263013.0041.2.0
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May 25, 20262953.0041.2.0
Jun 1, 20263003.0041.2.0
Jun 7, 20263023.0041.2.0
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Permissions & access

Permissions
storage
Host access
*://*.youtube.com/*

Screenshots

YouTube Autoplay Preventer - Stop Video Previews screenshot 1

About

🚫 Block YouTube Video Autoplay on Hover

YouTube Autoplay Preventer is a powerful browser extension that blocks YouTube videos from auto-playing when you hover over thumbnails. Say goodbye to unwanted video previews, annoying sounds, and wasted bandwidth!

🎯 Key Features

✅ Block YouTube Autoplay**: Prevents videos from auto-playing when hovering over thumbnails
✅ Stop Unwanted Sounds**: No more sudden audio interruptions while browsing
✅ Save Bandwidth: Reduces data usage by blocking unnecessary video loading
✅ Improve Performance**: Faster YouTube browsing experience
✅ Enhanced Privacy**: Prevents unwanted video tracking and data collection
✅ Easy Toggle: Simple on/off control from the extension popup
✅ Cross-Browser Support: Works on Chrome, Firefox, and Edge

🚀 Why Use YouTube Autoplay Preventer?

Problems This Extension Solves:
- Annoying Auto-Play: YouTube videos start playing when you accidentally hover over them
- Unwanted Sounds: Sudden audio interruptions while browsing or working
- Bandwidth Waste: Videos loading unnecessarily, consuming your data
- Performance Issues: Slower browsing due to multiple videos loading
- Distraction: Video previews breaking your focus and concentration
- Privacy Concerns: Unwanted video tracking and data collection

Benefits You'll Get:
- 🔇 Peaceful Browsing: No more unexpected sounds or video interruptions
- ⚡ Faster Performance: Improved YouTube loading speed and responsiveness
- 💾 Data Savings: Reduced bandwidth usage, especially important on mobile
- 🎯 Better Focus: Browse YouTube without distracting video previews
- 🛡️ Enhanced Privacy: Less unwanted tracking and data collection
- 🧘 Stress-Free Experience: Enjoy a calmer, more controlled YouTube browsing

Technical

Version
1.2.0
Manifest
V3
Size
20.55KiB
Min Chrome
88
Languages
1
Featured
No

Metadata

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Developer ID
uaf9abd478f0189b911b9c2559cc75e72
Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
Aug 13, 2025
Last Updated (Store)
Mar 13, 2026
Last Scraped
Jun 7, 2026
Website

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