YouTube Cracks Down on Apps Allowing Ad-Free Video Viewing, May Disrupt Services

YouTube is cracking down on mobile apps that allow ad-free viewing of videos, as this violates its Terms of Service. Apps may experience issues playing videos.

YouTube says its terms don't allow third-party apps to disable ads, as this prevents creators from being compensated.

YouTube suggests upgrading to a Premium paid subscription for ad-free viewing.

In November, YouTube started showing pop-ups to ad blocker users saying it violates terms of service.

Videos may load slower or experience issues for ad blocker users due to "suboptimal viewing."