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canetoad

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12. Well, at least we know what the problem is

Reply to efhmc (Reply #9)

Wed Dec 13, 2023, 03:51 PM

Dec 2023

It's because, either known or unknown to you, there is an ad-blocker running in your browser. You can either disable it which doesn't enhance your YouTube experience, use one of the alternatives mentioned above or you can take advantage of one of the ways to bypass the ad-block detection.

You didn't say which web browser you are using. This is crucial to understanding how to get you going again. You may need to install a different browser - it's hard to say without knowing your set-up.

In the meantime, have a look at this site: https://gadgetstouse.com/blog/2023/12/01/bypass-ad-blockers-not-allowed-on-youtube/
and see if any of these methods work for you.

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Youtube no longer working. Shows the program but will not open and play. [View all] efhmc Dec 2023 OP

Some ad blockers can prevent videos from loading/playing... hlthe2b Dec 2023 #1

Went to my adblocker and youtube is listed as not being blocked. efhmc Dec 2023 #10

Disable it for that page/website. Go into the specific adblocker you are using and make youtube.com hlthe2b Dec 2023 #11

I had the same problem, but just with certain videos. viva la Dec 2023 #2

I just tried with ipad and iphone and all the adblockers I can load and it plays ok. usonian Dec 2023 #3

I had an experience a couple of months ago where it turned out that Firefox messed up fierywoman Dec 2023 #4

YouTube LPBBEAR Dec 2023 #5

Which browser are you using? canetoad Dec 2023 #6

Lots of selections shown but none will open when I go to them. efhmc Dec 2023 #7

That's weird! canetoad Dec 2023 #8

Private tab opened and then shut off again. Says I must allow my adblocker to let youtube run ads. efhmc Dec 2023 #9

Well, at least we know what the problem is canetoad Dec 2023 #12