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YouTube Nonstop (2026)
Looking for a nonstop YouTube fix? Here is what works and what breaks.
“YouTube nonstop” usually means you want playback to continue without the idle prompt or random pauses. Some extensions work for a while but break after updates or overload the page. This guide explains safe, stable options and what to avoid.
The two main problems
- Idle prompt: YouTube asks if you are still watching and stops playback.
- Background limits: mobile and some browsers pause audio when the tab is hidden.
What works today
- Stable browser settings: keep the tab active, disable battery saver, and update your browser.
- Lightweight prompt handlers: tools that only dismiss the idle dialog and do not touch other UI elements.
- Device-specific fixes: iOS and Android require different approaches.
What to avoid
- Extensions that reload the page repeatedly (causes stutters and lost place).
- Tools that click every dialog (can break unsubscribe or delete actions).
- Over-privileged extensions that inject ads or add random buttons.
Recommended path
If you want a reliable fix that keeps working across updates, use a purpose-built solution.
YT Nonstop is designed to watch only for the idle prompt and dismiss it without tracking or ads. Join the waitlist to get early access.
Platform-specific guides
- Keep YouTube Playing in Background
- YouTube Nonstop Music
- YouTube Nonstop for Android
- YouTube Nonstop for Safari