Skip ads on YouTube. Keep Netflix playback moving.

Youtube & Netflix AdSkipper

Skip what can be skipped. Let the rest finish quietly.

Skip ads on YouTube when a Skip button appears. For Netflix ads, keep playback moving in background tabs without claiming Netflix ad skipping.

Install from Chrome Web StoreSupport development

What it does

  • Clicks visible YouTube Skip buttons when possible
  • Helps people searching for skip ads, ads skip, and YouTube ads tools
  • Lets unskippable ads finish in the background
  • Keeps Netflix playback awake in background tabs
  • Runs in Chromium browsers such as Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Opera
  • Stores settings locally in your browser

What it avoids

  • Does not block ads
  • Does not claim to skip Netflix ads
  • Does not shorten mandatory countdowns
  • Does not collect browsing or watch history
  • Not affiliated with YouTube, Google, Chrome, or Netflix

Search intent

Built for people searching skip ads, ads skip, YouTube ads, how to skip ads in YouTube, Netflix skip ads, ads Netflix, or how to avoid being forced to watch ads on Netflix. The YouTube skip behavior is automatic when a Skip button appears; Netflix support is playback assistance, not Netflix ad skipping.

Browser support

Built for Chromium browsers that support Chrome extension APIs: Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Opera. Firefox and Safari are not claimed yet.

Platform scope

YouTube is the auto-skip target. Netflix support is limited to background playback help so the tab keeps moving when possible.

Privacy promise

No names, emails, passwords, cookies, tokens, payment data, browsing history, video watch history, or page content are collected or sent to a server.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Quick FAQ

How to skip ads in YouTube?
Install the extension in a supported Chromium browser. When YouTube shows a visible Skip button, Youtube & Netflix AdSkipper can click it automatically.
Can I use it for YouTube ads?
Yes. YouTube ads are the auto-skip target, but only when YouTube makes a clear Skip button available.
How can I avoid being forced to watch ads on Netflix?
Netflix says skip and fast-forward are not available while an ad is playing. This extension does not skip Netflix ads, but it can help playback continue in the background when possible.
Which browsers are supported?
It is built for Chromium browsers that support Chrome extension APIs, including Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Opera.
Does it block ads?
No. It focuses on visible YouTube Skip buttons and background playback, not network-level ad blocking.
Does it skip Netflix ads?
No. Netflix support is background playback assistance only. The page includes Netflix skip ads search intent so users can see the honest scope before installing.
Does it collect data?
No. Settings stay local in the browser and personal browsing or watch history is not collected.

Free to use

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