Disable HTML5 Autoplay

Name: Disable HTML5 Autoplay
Rating: 3.1401 (314 reviews)
Author: Afnan Khan

Disable autoplay and preloading of HTML5 video and audio players.

Disable HTML5 Autoplay

Are you tired of HTML5 audio and video content auto-playing and preloading in your browser? The Disable HTML5 Autoplay extension for Firefox is your solution. This simple yet effective add-on prevents audio and video players from automatically starting, giving you control over your media playback. Whether you're working, browsing, or just want a quieter environment, this add-on ensures you can enjoy your web experience without intrusive media interruptions.

Key Features:

Disable autoplay for HTML5 video and audio players.
Prevent preloading of media to save bandwidth.
Easy to install with straightforward settings for user convenience.

Take charge of your media experience by installing Disable HTML5 Autoplay today!

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By: Afnan Khan

Daily users: 8,519

-79

Rating: 3.14

(314)

3 new ratings

Version: 2018.10.4resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)

Version code: 5727194

Creation date: 2016-10-24

Weekly download count: 127

Firefox on Android: Yes

Risk:

Permissions:

tabs
storage

Size: 19.60K

Email: af*****@outlook.com

Full description: See detailed description

Source: Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated: a day ago

Ranking

# 853

Other rankings

#123 in Photos, Music & Videos ▼ 1

#3 in disable keyword 53

#16 in html keyword 53

#26 in display keyword 40

#37 in autogram keyword 46

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User reviews

Pros

Works as intended on certain sites like YouTube for some users, at least previously
Simple and useful for stopping autoplay on videos
Has been reliable for years for some users

Cons

Doesn't work on popular sites like YouTube and Facebook
Causes issues with Cloudflare verification, resulting in infinite loops or failed logins
Has broken functionality with other services like Spotify and OnlyOffice integration
No per-domain preferences, which limits customization

Most mentioned

Failure to prevent autoplay on YouTube
Problems with Cloudflare verification
Issues with functionality on mobile devices and various popular websites

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

User reviews

by 天灭中共退党团队保平安, 2025-03-24

Doesn't work at all. YouTube keeps autoplaying.

by Crack Bolt, 2025-03-21

by Firefox user 16861871, 2025-03-20

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Disable HTML5 Autoplay requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

Disable HTML5 Autoplay has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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