YouTube Dark Mode

Use YouTube Dark Mode Extension to turn bright video pages into a comfortable dark theme and reduce eye strain while you watch,…

As of June 2026, YouTube Dark Mode has 44 users and a 4.50/5 rating from 2 reviews in the Accessibility category.

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Manifest V3

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Tracking since Apr 1, 2026.

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About

Use YouTube Dark Mode Extension to turn bright video pages into a comfortable dark theme and reduce eye strain while you watch, browse, and manage your subscriptions.

🌙 YouTube Dark Mode – Eye-Friendly YouTube in Your Browser
YouTube Dark Mode is a Chrome extension that lets you toggle dark mode on and off specifically for YouTube. Switch to a sleek dark interface in one click so you can enjoy videos without harsh white backgrounds.

🔆 The Problem: Bright Videos, Tired Eyes
YouTube’s bright white interface can be hard on your eyes, especially during long watch sessions, late-night viewing, or browsing in low-light environments. Staring at bright pages for hours can lead to eye strain and discomfort.

✅ The Solution: YouTube Dark Mode
This extension applies a dark theme directly to YouTube. Toggle dark mode on or off anytime to make watching videos, scrolling comments, and browsing channels more comfortable and easier on your eyes.

✨ Key Features & Benefits
⭐ Trusted by thousands of users
• YouTube Dark Mode – Watch videos with a clean, dark, eye-friendly interface.
• Designed Only for YouTube – Optimized specifically for YouTube pages and layouts.
• Simple On/Off Toggle – Instantly switch between dark and light mode whenever you want.
• More Comfortable Viewing – Ideal for late-night watching, streaming, or long video sessions.

➤ Your videos and account stay untouched. Only the appearance changes.

🛠️ How to Use YouTube Dark Mode
1️⃣ Install the YouTube Dark Mode Chrome extension.
2️⃣ Open YouTube.
3️⃣ Use the extension toggle to turn dark mode on or off.
4️⃣ Switch back to light mode anytime you prefer the default look.

💬 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does this affect my videos or account?
No. Your videos, subscriptions, comments, and settings remain exactly the same. The extension only changes how YouTube appears in your browser.

Does it work only on YouTube?
Yes. YouTube Dark Mode is designed specifically to work on YouTube.

Can I turn dark mode off easily?
Yes. You can toggle dark mode on or off at any moment.

⚡ Make YouTube Easier on Your Eyes
If you’ve been searching for “YouTube dark mode”, “YouTube dark theme”, or a simple way to reduce eye strain while watching videos, YouTube Dark Mode is made for you. Install the extension and enjoy a cleaner, night-friendly interface for all your YouTube viewing.

Disclaimer: This extension is not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with YouTube or Google LLC. “YouTube” and “Google” are trademarks of Google LLC.

Technical

Version
2.0.2
Manifest
V3
Size
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Min Chrome
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Languages
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Featured
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Developer ID
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Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
Jan 16, 2026
Last Updated (Store)
Jan 19, 2026
Last Scraped
Jun 6, 2026
Website
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