Disable HTML5 Autoplay

Disable autoplay and preloading of HTML5 video and audio players.

Disable HTML5 Autoplay: Edge Add-on to Control Video Playback

'Disable HTML5 Autoplay' is an Edge extension designed to prevent intrusive autoplay of HTML5 audio and video. It removes the autoplay attribute from media elements, ensuring control over your browsing experience. The add-on also hooks into the media's JavaScript API for enhanced control. It features a customizable whitelist for preferred sites, allowing chosen sites to autoplay. Easily controlled from the toolbar panel, this add-on is perfect for those seeking improved browsing comfort.
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Add-on stats

Users: 9,507
-279
Rating: 3.70
(59)
Version: 0.9.2 (Last updated: 2020-05-21)
Creation date: 2020-05-21
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • tabs
  • storage
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • https://*.com/*
  • https://*.net/*
  • https://*.ru/*
  • https://*.by/*
  • https://*.biz/*
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Size: 39.26K

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Add-on summary

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“Disable HTML5 Autoplay” disables HTML5 audio and video autoplaying.

Now any video is blocked until you click the agreement button. In addition to removing the HTML autoplay attribute from media elements, “Disable HTML5 Autoplay” also hooks into the media's JavaScript API. This allows for restrictions on media control and simulation of expected behavior to ensure that all pages behave normally. Main and most requested feature: this blocker has a customizable white list, so you may add your favorite sites to exclude from blocking autoplay. To deactivate a function, simply uncheck the related item from toolbar-panel. With this extension you will never have to worry about videos auto playing in the background. In addition, the video will be automatically buffered if necessary.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Stops autoplay on various video sites like YouTube and Peacock.
  • Works even in background tabs.
  • User-friendly for users wanting to control video playback.
Cons
  • Causes videos on some sites like Google Voice or BBC iPlayer to not play at all.
  • Some users report issues with play buttons being unresponsive.
  • There are conflicts with certain websites, leading to unexpected behaviors.
Most mentioned
  • Does not work on all sites.
  • Turns off autoplay but sometimes blocks playback completely.
  • Options menu does not allow easy editing of allowed/blocked sites.
User reviews
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by mohamed, 2024-12-17
Amazing!!!!! I had a problem with autoplay on YouTube. Every time I opened or refreshed a tab with a video, it would start playing automatically. Disabling the multimedia autoplay in Edge settings didn't work, but this extension finally fixed the problem.
by Vlad, 2024-09-23
Does work with Peacock ... great for not losing where you are if you watch something to fall asleep.
by Justin, 2024-07-09
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Disable HTML5 Autoplay requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Disable HTML5 Autoplay has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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