Is SkipPlay.app really free?

Yes, SkipPlay is 100% free. Core features (ad blocking, SponsorBlock, background audio) will always remain free. We are supported by voluntary user donations and sponsorships.

How does the URL replacement trick work?

Whenever you are watching a video on YouTube, simply replace the 'youtube' part of the URL in your address bar with 'skipplay' (e.g. change youtube.com/watch?v=123 to skipplay.app/watch?v=123) and press enter to play ad-free instantly.

Does background playback work on iPhone/Android?

Yes. SkipPlay is built using modern mobile web standards. You can lock your screen or exit the browser, and playback will continue in the background. Use the PWA (Add to Home Screen) for the best native experience.

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Watch YouTube Without Ads

No installation, no login. Enjoy no ads YouTube watching. Paste your video URL or search to play without commercials and sponsor breaks.

PRO TIP: Replace youtube.com with skipplay.app in your URL bar.

SkipPlay Chrome Extension

Automatically redirects all YouTube watch links directly to SkipPlay.app. Enjoy ad-free, pure viewing without manually copying and pasting URLs.

Install Extension

How It Works in 3 Seconds

Copy URL

Copy the URL of any YouTube video, live stream, or playlist from the YouTube app or website.

Paste Here

Paste it into the search box above or replace \"youtube\" with \"skipplay\" in your web browser address bar.

Enjoy Ad-Free

Sit back and play without commercials, skip sponsorship interruptions automatically, and minimize on mobile.

Full Features Built for Premium Watchers

SkipPlay goes beyond simple ad-blocking to provide a complete web suite for heavy video consumers.

100% Ad-Free YouTube

Blocks all banner ads, popups, and mid-roll commercials natively without installing extensions.

SponsorBlock Integration

Automatically skip sponsored segments, intros, outs, and subscription reminders crowd-sourced by users.

Mobile Background Play

Play music or video audio while using other apps or with your phone screen locked. Ideal for driving or sleeping.

Free Video Downloads

Quick links to download video or audio files in multiple qualities using high-speed servers.

DJ Dual Mixer Deck

Mix two tracks side-by-side. Features volume crossfaders, dual cue controls, and pitch speed settings.

Cloud Account Sync

Optional sign-in to sync your playlists, favorites, preferences, and progress across all your devices.

Why Choose SkipPlay?

How SkipPlay stacks up against YouTube Premium and standard extensions.

Feature	SkipPlay.app	YouTube Premium	Browser Extension (uBlock)
Monthly Fee	Free ($0)	$15.99 / mo	Free ($0)
Ad-Blocking
Skip Sponsor Segments			Extensions only
Mobile Background Audio			No (locked on mobile Safari/Chrome)
No Install / Paste-to-Play
Cross-Device Playlist Sync
DJ Deck Dual Mixer Mode

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about using our ad-free player.

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