Stop videos on YouTube from playing automatically until an explicit user gesture (clicking or pressing a key).

YouTube Never Autoplay - Firefox Add-on
YouTube Never Autoplay is a Firefox add-on that prevents videos on YouTube from playing automatically. Users need to explicitly click or press a key to play the videos. Enjoy control over your YouTube autoplay experience.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
Weekly download count: 5
Firefox on Android: Yes
Size: 9.60K
Email: ro*****@robwu.nl
Ranking
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
User reviews
by 远离中共邪教快退出党团队, 2025-03-03
Unlike other add-ons I tried that claim to stop YouTube videos from playing automatically, this one actually has worked flawlessly for my use case. To the developer... THANKS!
by Sandman, 2024-12-25
by igorlogius, 2024-11-10
Add-on safety
Risk impact
YouTube Never Autoplay requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Request access to the following domains: youtube.com
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Risk likelihood
YouTube Never 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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