Even YouTube Premium doesn't skip those "this video is sponsored by..." segments. SponsorBlock is a community-powered tool that automatically skips sponsored content, intros, outros, and more.
What is SponsorBlock?
SponsorBlock is an open-source browser extension and app feature that crowdsources timestamps for sponsored segments in YouTube videos. When you watch a video, it automatically skips the segments that community members have marked.
What Can It Skip?
Sponsor Segments
Intros/Animations
Outro/End Cards
Subscribe Reminders
Music Off-Topic
Self-Promotion
How to Use SponsorBlock
Browser Extension (Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
- Install SponsorBlock from your browser's extension store
- It works automatically on youtube.com
- Segments are skipped as you watch
- You can contribute by marking segments yourself
Android (YouTube Mod APK)
Many YouTube Mod APKs include SponsorBlock integration. Our recommended mod has it built-in – no additional setup needed!
Smart TV (SmartTube)
SmartTube for Android TV has SponsorBlock built-in. Perfect for watching on your big screen.
The Community Power
SponsorBlock has:
- 1.3 billion segments skipped
- 16+ million segments submitted
- 2+ million active users
The more people use it, the more videos are covered. You can also submit segments to help others.
Does It Work on Every Video?
SponsorBlock works best on popular channels that frequently include sponsors. Smaller videos might not have segments marked yet, but you can always submit them yourself.