Description
Stops video autoplay gracefully.
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Extension Rank
"Block" Keyword
"Website Blocker" Keyword
"Video Player" Keyword
"Video" Keyword
"Version" Keyword
"Stop" Keyword
"Session" Keyword
"Player" Keyword
"Play" Keyword
"Menu" Keyword
"Improve" Keyword
"Flash Player" Keyword
"Flash" Keyword
"Disable" Keyword
"Context Menu" Keyword
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Review Summary
AutoplayStopper is a popular Chrome extension praised for effectively preventing unwanted video autoplay across many sites, enhancing browsing efficiency and reducing distractions. Users value its speed, site whitelist option, and broad compatibility with browsers like Brave and Vivaldi. However, recent Chrome updates enforcing Manifest V3 have disrupted its functionality, leading to user frustration and calls for developer updates. It doesn't work flawlessly on some websites like Twitch or MSN, and some users report issues with audio playing or videos autoplaying when clicked. Despite these shortcomings, it's regarded as one of the best tools available for controlling autoplay behavior online.
Pros
- Effectively stops videos from autoplaying on most websites, improving browsing experience.
- Allows whitelisting of specific sites where autoplay is desired, such as Netflix.
- Lightweight and fast with a focus on user control over video playback.
- Widely appreciated by users to reduce distraction and save bandwidth.
- Works across multiple browsers including Brave and Vivaldi.
Cons
- Recently facing compatibility issues due to Google's shift from Manifest V2 to Manifest V3, causing loss of support.
- Does not work consistently on all sites (e.g., Twitch, MSN).
- Occasional glitches where video autoplay still occurs upon clicking or page refresh.
- Requires occasional reinstallation or updates to maintain functionality.
- Audio may still play in background despite video being stopped in some cases.
Permissions
This extension can:
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
- tabs
- contextMenus
- storage
- webNavigation
Additional Information
1.9.8.1
September 10, 2023
0.05 MB
en
Developer Information
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