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YouTube NonStop

Auto-clicks YouTube's idle prompt when it sees it

Rating 3.4 (1,200)
Users 700,000
Updated 2023-10-30
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✅ What it claims to do

Auto-clicks the 'Video paused. Continue watching?' prompt on desktop YouTube.Can also run on YouTube Music and respects media keys when it works.Lightweight open-source install with no configuration required.

⚠️ Reported Issues

  • Cannot keep up with YouTube redesigns or DOM changes without manual updates.
  • Will not click the dialog if the tab is hidden or running in the background.
  • Multi-tab, live stream, and ad overlay scenarios regularly break it.

Detailed Review Signals

👍 Positive Findings

  • Consistently auto-clicks the pause dialog - works for many users to keep long playlists running.
  • Simple to install and use; no configuration needed.
  • Clear setup instructions help users get it working.
  • Works with YouTube and YouTube Music for some reviewers.
  • Supports media keys and functions in fullscreen/miniplayer modes.
  • Cross-browser compatibility - some users report success on Chrome and Edge.
  • Lightweight - doesn't noticeably slow down the browser.
  • Free and open source; no subscription or paywall.
  • Reduces interruptions during long videos, making it ideal for ambient playlists or study sessions.
  • Users praise developer responsiveness when issues are reported.
  • Functions in the background without needing to click anything after installation.
  • Stops pop-ups without altering playlists or shuffling music.
  • ...and 8 more positive signals

👎 Negative Findings

  • Often fails to detect the popup, leaving videos paused.
  • Requires the YouTube tab to be in the foreground; won't click the dialog when the tab is hidden.
  • Reliability declines over time - works initially, then stops after updates.
  • Inconsistent across browsers; users report issues on Firefox, Linux and Brave.
  • Limited or delayed developer support, causing long outages.
  • Doesn't always support YouTube Music, especially after interface changes.
  • Fails after YouTube layout updates, requiring manual updates.
  • Cannot auto-click in background tabs, so multi-tasking users still see pauses.
  • Some users experience occasional CPU spikes, slowing down the browser.
  • No notification when it stops working, so videos pause without warning.
  • Doesn't work in incognito mode unless manually enabled.
  • May conflict with other extensions, such as ad blockers or YouTube enhancers.
  • ...and 68 more negative signals