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DuckDuckGo Now Blocks Most YouTube Ads
8 Jul
Summary
- Browser now blocks most video ads on YouTube.
- Feature is enabled by default on iPhone, Windows, and Mac.
- Manual activation available on Android and all platforms.
DuckDuckGo has introduced a significant update allowing users to block most video advertisements while viewing YouTube content through its browser. This new functionality leverages open-source filter lists from uBlockOrigin, with potential additions from DuckDuckGo for enhanced compatibility.
The ad-blocking feature is activated by default for most users on iPhone, Windows, and Mac devices. For Android users, the feature will be automatically enabled shortly, but it can be manually accessed in the browser's settings menu in the interim. All users have the option to enable or disable YouTube ad blocking at any time through their browser settings.
It is important to note that this ad-blocking functionality only applies when videos are being watched within the DuckDuckGo browser itself, not within the dedicated YouTube application. Users may experience slightly longer buffering times when the ad blocker is active, and occasional unexpected issues might still occur.
