If you’re someone who enjoys watching content on YouTube, this may be sad news for you. YouTube is now blocking videos for users who watch videos on the platform with the help of adblock, which is a browser extension designed to block ads.
YouTube Blocks Videos After 3 Videos Watched
The activity of leisurely watching YouTube without being interrupted by ads seems to be disappearing. This move by YouTube to block videos is a step taken by Google to constantly provide features and convenience while also catering to advertisers.
Information about YouTube blocking videos was obtained from a user on Reddit, where the tech giant plans to limit the number of videos that can be watched for free on its platform. Users are required to disable adblock to watch videos or pay a monthly subscription fee.
From the image posted by the Reddit user, it is clear that video playback will be disabled after watching 3 videos. The playback will be completely blocked unless YouTube is whitelisted or adblockers are not used at all.
Many Netizens Disagree
It is undeniable that the presence of ads is a common occurrence on the internet. Placing ads on a website or service is one way to generate additional income.
But what if a global company implements such a measure? Certainly, many netizens disagree with YouTube blocking videos if they are found to be using adblock.
There is still a lot of disappointment expressed by netizens regarding this unilateral decision being tested by YouTube. Just imagine, having to pay a monthly subscription fee just to watch videos on the platform, which is equivalent to the monthly fee for Netflix, a service specifically dedicated to entertainment.
