A lightweight and efficient browser extension that blocks ads on YouTube, providing a clean and uninterrupted viewing experience. Built with performance and simplicity in mind, it removes video ads, banners, and pop-ups without slowing down playback.
| Version | Release Date | Download | Highlights | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| v1.0.1 | Apr 21, 2026 | 📦 CleanTube_1.0.1.zip | Core | 🟢 BETA 1 |
| v1.0.2 | Apr 24, 2026 | 📦 CleanTube_1.0.2.zip | Fallback Mechanism | 🟢 BETA 2 |
| v1.0.3 | Apr 27, 2026 | 📦 CleanTube_1.0.3.zip | PiP, Changed YT UI | 🟢 BETA 3 |
| v1.0.5 | Jun 10, 2026 | 📦 CleanTube_1.0.5.zip | Optimization, UI/UX Changes | 🟢 BETA 5 |
- Download: Get the latest
CleanTube.zipfrom the Releases section. - Extract: Unzip the folder to a safe location on your drive.
- Extensions Page: Open your browser and go to
chrome://extensions/. - Developer Mode: Toggle "Developer mode" (top right) to ON.
- Load: Click "Load unpacked" and select the folder containing the
manifest.json.
- Access Debugging: Type
about:debuggingin your address bar and press Enter. - This Firefox: Click "This Firefox" in the left menu.
- Load Add-on: Click "Load Temporary Add-on..." and select the
manifest.jsonfile from your extracted folder.- Note: Temporary extensions are removed when Firefox restarts.
CleanTube is an open-source project built for the community. We encourage developers to add their own algorithms to our library to stay ahead of intrusive advertising. See CONTRIBUTING for more information.
- Fork the repository.
- Add your logic to the
_srcdirectory. - Include a brief description of your changes.
- Submit a Pull Request.
Important
CleanTube is committed to user privacy. We do not track data or collect browsing history. Our code is transparent and open for audit at any time.
Distributed under the MIT License. See LICENSE for more information.