Youtube Ad Skip Chrome Extension
A Chrome extension that auto-skips YouTube video ads and closes overlay banners.
At a glance
Starts at
Free
No paid plan found on the Chrome Web Store, September 2026.
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Chrome
Best for
Viewers who want fewer YouTube ad interruptions
Not for
Anyone wanting a full ad blocker
2.3 out of 5
Scored by Alex after real useOur verdict
This extension watches YouTube playback and skips video ads automatically, closing pop-up banners along the way, so you stop waiting out the five-second countdown. It only works within YouTube itself and admits some ads still get through, since it isn't a full ad blocker. People who want blanket ad blocking across every site need a different tool, but anyone who just wants YouTube to interrupt less will find it does that one job well.
✓What it does well
Automatic ad skippingIt detects and skips YouTube video ads without any clicks from you.
Banner closingIt also closes pop-up banner ads that appear over the video.
Zero setupOnce installed it runs in the background with no configuration needed.
✕Where it falls short
Not a full blockerIt only targets YouTube's own ad slots and does not block ads on other sites.
Some ads slip throughThe developer states some ads still cannot be skipped.
Low ratingIt carries only a 2.3 out of 5 score from three reviewers, a limited sample.
Key features
Auto ad skipSkips YouTube video ads as they start playing.
Banner ad removalCloses overlay banner ads that cover the video player.
No account requiredWorks immediately after installation with no sign-up step.
Continuous playbackKeeps videos playing with fewer interruptions from ads.