5 apps to watch YouTube videos without ads
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The advertisements in the YouTube These features are part of the platform's business model, but they don't always align with how people want to consume videos on a daily basis. Constant interruptions, long and repetitive ads, and the blocking of features like background playback lead many users to seek alternatives for a smoother experience. In this article, we've compiled the main options currently available for removing ads from [the platform/service]. YouTube — since the official solution of Google ...including alternative browsers, extensions, and applications — explaining how each one works, which devices it's compatible with, and what type of user they make the most sense for.
YouTube Premium
O YouTube Premium It is the official choice of himself. Google for those who want to watch videos of YouTube Ad-free and with extra features integrated into the platform. By subscribing to the service, the user gains access to all YouTube content without advertising interruptions, in addition to... YouTube Music No ads. Because it's an official plan, the Premium maintains full compatibility with the account. Google, history, playlists, recommendations and creators, ensuring a smooth and safe experience, without the risk of blocking or usage limitations.
In practice, it works simply: after subscribing to a plan, just log in to the app or website as usual. YouTube with your account GoogleAds stop appearing automatically, without the need for additional settings. Another important feature is background playback, which allows you to continue listening to videos and music even with the screen off or while you use other apps — something especially useful for podcasts, lectures, and long content.
O YouTube Premium also allows Download videos and music to watch offline.Ideal for travelers or those looking to save mobile data. Downloads are available within the app itself and can be accessed at any time, respecting the validity period defined by the service.
O YouTube Premium It offers various plans to meet different needs:
- Individual Plan: for close to $ 26,90 / month, with a free 1-month trial.
- Family Plan: for approx. $ 53,90 / monthallowing you to add up to 5 family members (aged 13 or older) who live in the same house.
- Student Plan: near $ 16,90 / month, with a free 1-month trial and annual eligibility verification.
- PremiumLite: $ 16,90 / monthIt removes most ads from videos and includes downloads and background playback, but may display ads in music, shorts, and during browsing/search.
In terms of compatibility, the YouTube Premium It works on all platforms where the YouTube It is available. It is compatible with Android and iOS (smartphones and tablets) Windows, macOS and Linux (via browser), in addition to smart TVs, Chromecast, video game consoles and tabletsIn other words, the benefit accompanies the user on any device, as long as they are logged in with their subscriber account.
Brave Browser
O Brave Browser remove ads from YouTube using a native blocking system integrated into the browser itself, called Brave ShieldsUnlike external extensions, this blocking is already enabled during installation and directly affects page loading. In the case of YouTube, Brave It identifies and prevents the scripts responsible for the ads from running, ensuring that videos play without interruption, before or during the content, without the user needing to configure anything.
This blocking works because the Brave It was developed with a focus on privacy and performance. In addition to ads, it blocks trackers, invasive cookies, and other elements used to monitor user behavior on the internet. YouTubeThis means not only fewer ads, but also less data collection and faster video loading, since fewer elements need to be downloaded while the page loads.
For the user, to use the Brave It's simple: just download the navigator, access the YouTube Normally, you can play any video. The Protections of Brave These features are activated automatically. If you wish, you can click the lion icon next to the address bar to see how many ads and trackers have been blocked or adjust the protection level per site. There's no need to create an account, install plugins, or pay a subscription to access ad blocking.
Regarding compatibility, the Brave Browser works on Windows, macOS and Linuxin addition to versions for Android e iOS.
uBlock Origin
O uBlock Origin It is one of the most popular and efficient extensions for blocking ads on YouTubeIt works from filter listsThese are sets of rules that are constantly updated and used to identify unwanted ad requests, trackers, and scripts. When you open a video on YouTube, uBlock Origin It analyzes everything the page attempts to load and automatically blocks ad-related elements, preventing them from being displayed before, during, or around the video.
In practice, the blockage happens in several layers. uBlock Origin Prevents video ads (pre-roll and mid-roll) from loading, removes banner ads from the interface. YouTube It also blocks trackers that collect browsing data. Furthermore, it applies the so-called... cosmetic filtrationThis removes white space or "broken" areas left by blocked ads, leaving the page cleaner and looking normal, as if the ads had never existed.
For the user, installation and use are simple. Just... Install uBlock Origin In the browser's extension store, access the YouTube Normally, you can start watching videos. To ensure optimal performance, it's important to keep the... Always up-to-date filter listsThis can be done within the extension's settings with just a few clicks.
Regarding compatibility, the uBlock Origin It works in browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Brave and Opera.
AdGuard
O AdGuard It's also a good ad-blocking solution that goes beyond browser extensions, especially in Android, where he acts as workUnlike common blockers, the AdGuard It filters the device's internet traffic, allowing you to remove ads, trackers, and unwanted content from various apps and websites.
To overcome this limitation, the AdGuard It offers a practical alternative: Watch YouTube videos within the AdGuard app itself.The process is simple: the user opens the application of YouTube, select the desired video, tap on Share and selects the AdGuard in the list of applications. From there, the video opens in a new window within the AdGuardwhere ads are blocked, allowing for continuous and uninterrupted playback.
This solution is especially useful for those who prefer not to use alternative browsers or versions of YouTubeWhile it's not possible to remove 100% of the ads from the official app, this method ensures a much cleaner experience by taking advantage of the app's advanced filtering capabilities. AdGuardIn addition to ad blocking, users also benefit from greater privacy and lower data consumption, since tracking scripts are also blocked.
In terms of compatibility, the AdGuard is available as app for Android, where it offers this type of integration with the YouTube, and it also functions as browser extension.
NewPipe
O NewPipe It is an alternative application to YouTube developed exclusively for Android devicesIt operates independently of the services of Google, offering a simple and lightweight interface for watching videos without ads. After installation, it's straightforward to use: just open or appSimply search for channels or videos and start watching, without advertising interruptions and without the need for additional settings.
One of the main differences of NewPipe it's that he does not allow login with a Google accountThis means that the user does not have access to the viewing history saved in the account, nor to the personalized recommendations from the app. YouTube Traditional.
In addition to blocking ads, the NewPipe It offers features that are highly valued by users. It is possible Play videos in the background., ideal for music, podcasts, and interviews, even with the screen off. The app also allows Download videos and audios. To watch offline, choose the download quality and use the mode. Picture-in-Picture (PiP)which keeps the video in a small window while you use other applications.
In terms of compatibility, the NewPipe it works exclusively in Android and it is not available on the Google Play Store.
What did you think of all these options? Do you know any that we haven't mentioned in this article? tell us Comment!
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reviewed by Luis Antonio Costa in 16 / 12 / 2025
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I thought it was really good, thanks for the work of researching and leaving this content here for everyone. I'm still testing 2 it worked here on my Tbbox mxq, but it keeps crashing a lot, I don't know if it's my Internet or something in the app
Using Newpipe here, the first day of use I'm liking it, I was using vanced but it was discontinued, unfortunately, but there are other options to save hug.
It has the Smart tube which works very well.