To fully enjoy the YouTube experience without being interrupted by unwanted ads, the official solution is to subscribe to YouTube Premium. However, there is also a free and legal alternative that allows you to watch your favorite videos uninterrupted. In this article, we will reveal this little-known trick that is accessible to everyone, allowing you to say goodbye to annoying ad interruptions on the popular video-sharing platform.
YouTube’s advanced privacy mode, your solution for ad-free viewing
YouTube actually offers a specific mode called “advanced privacy mode,” intended for developers who want to embed videos on their site. When activated, this mode prevents the viewed videos from influencing your subsequent browsing experience on YouTube. Essentially, this means that personalized ads based on your history will no longer appear.
Even better, activating this advanced privacy mode also removes all ads shown before and during videos. So, how can you take advantage of this mode without being a developer?
Simply modify the video URL to say goodbye to ads
Hold on, because the manipulation to be performed is extremely… simple. To enjoy YouTube without ads, you just need to slightly modify the URL of the video you want to watch.
Let’s take a concrete example. Suppose you want to watch the video accessible via the following URLs:
Classic version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
Mobile version: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
To activate the ad-free mode on YouTube, you just need to add a simple hyphen “-” in the URL, between “yout” and “ube,” which will give:
Ad-free version: https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
Mobile ad-free version: https://m.yout-ube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
✅ It’s as simple as that! By accessing the video through this modified URL, you will be automatically redirected to the youtube-nocookie.com domain. As a result, the video will launch directly in full screen, without any ads.
Just note that the site https://www.yout-ube.com/ does not belong directly to YouTube. It cleverly exploits YouTube’s advanced privacy mode to redirect videos to the official youtube-nocookie.com domain, which is indeed owned by YouTube.
A legal trick that works on all your devices
The big advantage of this trick is that it is 100% legal. You do not need to install extensions or third-party software, nor go through sites with a shady reputation. It’s YouTube itself that provides this advanced privacy mode, initially intended for developers.
Moreover, this method to watch YouTube videos without ads works regardless of the device used. Smartphone, tablet, computer… you just need to modify the URL directly in your web browser.
Remember to support your favorite creators
It is important to keep in mind that by blocking ads, you deprive content creators of part of their revenue. Indeed, these ads allow YouTubers to monetize their work and continue to produce quality videos. If you appreciate a creator’s content and decide to block ads, don’t hesitate to support them in other ways.
You can, for example, make a donation through dedicated platforms like Patreon or Tipeee, which allow fans to financially support their favorite creators. Another option is to buy their official merchandise, when available. By supporting your favorite YouTubers in this way, you give them the means to continue providing quality content, even if you choose not to see the ads.
On that note,we know that many of you visit our site with an ad blocker enabled. If you appreciate our work and the content we provide, we invite you to show your generosity by disabling your ad blocker. Every contribution, even small, helps us maintain the quality of our articles.
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The limits of this ad-free trick
However, it should be noted that there are some limits to this trick. Since this mode is originally intended for pages embedding YouTube videos, you will not have access to all the platform’s features by using the modified URL.
Firstly, the video will automatically play in full screen, without the possibility of returning to a standard display size. Moreover, video suggestions will not be displayed. Similarly, the number of views, likes, and comments will be hidden. Finally, if you want to subscribe to a YouTube channel, you will need to go back to the classic URL.
Despite these few restrictions, this trick remains very practical for daily use to enjoy YouTube videos without ad interruptions. And if you ever miss certain features, nothing stops you from alternating between the classic and modified URLs according to your needs.
What to remember
Thanks to this simple yet effective trick, you now have all the tools to watch your favorite YouTube videos without being interrupted by unwanted ads, and for free, without a YouTube Premium subscription. No more imposed commercials ruining your viewing experience, enjoy your content with peace of mind.
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