Anti Pause YouTube
You're dealing with YouTube pausing unexpectedly and want to know why.
This page explains why YouTube shows the “Video paused. Continue watching?” message and which reliable workarounds still work.
YouTube periodically checks for signs you are away. When the tab loses focus, the player stops receiving events, or your battery saver kicks in, the platform pauses playback to save bandwidth.
Why YouTube pauses
Match the symptoms below to your setup so you can focus on the correct trigger.
- Poor or unstable internet connection.
- Disconnected or low-battery headphones.
- Incoming notifications or conflicting apps.
- Corrupted browser cache or outdated software.
- Device glitches or power-saving settings.
Fix it fast
Try the quick steps below, testing playback after each change.
- Improve your Wi-Fi or move closer to your router.
- Keep headphones charged and replace damaged cables.
- Enable Do Not Disturb and close interfering apps.
- Clear browser/app cache and update YouTube or your browser.
- Restart your device and disable battery/data saver modes.
If the prompt returns after a YouTube update, repeat the fix that previously worked instead of hunting for a new workaround.
Make it hands-off with YT Nonstop
YT Nonstop (waitlist) automatically dismisses the prompt, keeps tabs active, and adapts to interface changes without requiring invasive permissions. Join the waitlist from the sidebar to stop babysitting playback.