TubeAdFree: Auto Skip & Block Ads Chrome extension security report

# TubeAdFree™ – Enjoy YouTube™ Without Distractions TubeAdFree keeps YouTube simple. It quietly manages video ads, banners, and clutter so you can watch what matters right away. ## Core Features - **Auto skip video ads** the moment the Skip button appears. - **Clean overlays and banners** to keep the player distraction-free. - **Streamlined layout** on home, watch, and sidebar areas for faster browsing. - **Lightweight popup dashboard** with quick on/off control and local session stats. - **Session insights** stored on your device so you can see how interruptions drop over time. ## How It Works 1. Install TubeAdFree and continue using youtube.com normally. 2. The extension detects YouTube tabs and applies Manifest V3 declarativeNetRequest + scripting rules locally. 3. A status badge confirms protection is active; the popup lets you review stats or pause with one click. 4. No setup, accounts, or extra configuration required. ## Who It Helps - Students staying focused on lectures and tutorials. - Music listeners running long playlists. - Gamers and creators watching streams or guides. - Professionals and families who want a calm, predictable interface. ## Privacy & Security - Runs entirely in your browser—no external servers, tracking, or accounts. - Only stores minimal preferences and statistics locally via `storage` permission. - Built on Manifest V3 with transparent, minimal permissions. ### Permissions Explained - **declarativeNetRequest** – Cleans network requests that load video ads or noisy assets. - **scripting** – Adjusts on-page elements (overlays, banners, buttons) directly in the tab. - **storage** – Saves your preferences and local statistics. - **tabs** – Detects when a YouTube tab is active so TubeAdFree only runs where needed. ## Support & Compliance - **Privacy Policy**: https://tubeadfree.org/privacy.html - **Support**: support@tubeadfree.org - Manifest V3 compliant, lightweight, and updated regularly to match YouTube changes. TubeAdFree is a friendly way to enjoy a clean, interruption-free YouTube experience—simple, private, and ready the moment you install it.