How to Fix Ad blockers violate YouTube’s Terms of Service

Do you find it frustrating when your adblocker prevents you from watching videos on YouTube? We understand your frustration, and in this blog post, we will provide you with two friendly solutions to fix this issue and enjoy uninterrupted video streaming on YouTube.

YouTube has implemented measures to ensure that users have an ad-supported experience while watching videos on their platform. While this is understandable from a business perspective, it can be frustrating for users who prefer to browse the internet without ads.

How to Fix Ad blockers violate YouTube’s Terms of Service

Solution 1: Connect to a VPN and enable your existing adblocker

Step 1: Visit protonvpn.com and download ProtonVPN: The first solution involves using a virtual private network (VPN) to connect to the internet. A VPN allows you to browse the internet securely and anonymously by encrypting your online traffic and routing it through a server located in a different location. To begin, visit protonvpn.com, a reputable VPN provider, and download the ProtonVPN application. ProtonVPN offers a free version with limited features, which is sufficient for our purposes.

Step 2: Connect to the VPN through ProtonVPN: Once you have downloaded and installed ProtonVPN, launch the application and sign in to your account. If you don't have an account, you can create one for free. After signing in, you will see a list of available VPN servers located in different countries. Choose a server that is closest to your location for optimal performance. Click on the "Connect" button next to the server you have chosen. ProtonVPN will now establish a secure connection to the VPN server, encrypting your internet traffic and assigning you a new IP address.

Step 3: Enable your existing adblocker in your browser settings: Now that you are connected to the VPN, it's time to enable your adblocker. If you don't have an adblocker installed, we recommend using AdBlock, a popular and effective adblocking extension available for most browsers. Open your browser's settings and navigate to the extensions or add-ons section. Find your existing adblocker, such as AdBlock, and make sure it is enabled.

Step 4: Enjoy an ad-free YouTube experience: With your VPN and adblocker enabled, you can now visit YouTube and enjoy an ad-free experience. The VPN will mask your IP address, making it difficult for YouTube to detect that you are using an adblocker.

Solution 2: Connect to a VPN in specific countries

Step 1: Choose a VPN server located in Russia, Israel, or India: There are certain countries where the enforcement of adblocker restrictions is less stringent. Russia, Israel, and India are known to have more lenient policies when it comes to adblockers. By connecting to a VPN server in one of these countries, you may be able to bypass YouTube's adblocker detector.

Step 2: Connect to the VPN server of the chosen country using your preferred VPN service: Choose a VPN service that offers servers in the countries mentioned above. Some popular VPN services that have servers in these countries include NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Surfshark. Sign in to your VPN client and select a server located in Russia, Israel, or India. Once connected, your internet traffic will be routed through the chosen country, making it more difficult for YouTube to detect your adblocker.

Step 3: Start watching videos on YouTube without any interruptions caused by adblockers: Now that you are connected to a VPN server located in a country with less strict adblocker restrictions, you can browse YouTube and watch videos without being bothered by ads. Keep in mind that using a VPN may affect your internet speed, so if you experience any issues, you can try connecting to a different server or using Solution 1 instead.

Solution 3: Switch to uBlock Origin and remove other adblock extensions

If the previous solutions didn't work for you or if you prefer a different adblocking extension, you can try switching to uBlock Origin. uBlock Origin is a lightweight and efficient adblocker that is highly customizable and effective at blocking ads.

Step 1: Download uBlock Origin for your browser: To begin, visit the uBlock Origin website and download the extension for your preferred browser. uBlock Origin is available for Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and other popular browsers.

Step 2: Remove all existing adblock extensions from your browser: If you have other adblock extensions installed, it's important to remove them to avoid conflicts and ensure the optimal performance of uBlock Origin. The following steps will guide you through removing adblock extensions in Chrome:

• Click on the puzzle icon at the top right corner of your browser window.
• Select "Manage Extensions" from the drop-down menu.
• Find the adblock extension you want to remove and click on the "Remove" button next to it.

Once you have removed all existing adblock extensions, you can proceed with installing uBlock Origin.

• Visit the Chrome Web Store and search for uBlock Origin.
•  Click on the "Add to Chrome" button to install the extension.
•  After installation, uBlock Origin will appear in your browser's extensions menu.

For other browsers, the process may vary slightly, but the general idea is the same.

By following these friendly solutions, you can bypass YouTube's adblocker restrictions and enjoy uninterrupted video streaming. It's important to note that while these solutions may work, they might not be foolproof, as YouTube constantly updates its adblocker detection mechanisms. Therefore, it's always a good idea to stay informed and adapt your approach accordingly.