1Blocker removes YouTube video ads in the Safari browser using the 1Blocker Scripts extension. This extension applies advanced tools distinct from the content-blocking technology used by other 1Blocker extensions, effectively bypassing YouTube’s ad protection mechanisms.
Before you proceed: Please note that YouTube frequently updates its ad scripts, which requires filter adjustments. These fixes typically take some time to implement. If 1Blocker Scripts stops blocking YouTube ads, it may take up to a day to resolve this.
How to enable 1Blocker Scripts and YouTube filter:
On iOS:
Go to iOS Settings > Apps > Safari > Extensions.
Locate 1Blocker Scripts in the list of Safari extensions.
Turn the extension on.
Make sure the tool is allowed on all sites inside 1Blocker Scripts.
Launch 1Blocker.
Go to the Ads section.
Enable Block Ads on YouTube.com.
You can also manage the extension right from Safari, but the toggle inside 1Blocker can be activated only from within the app:
Launch Safari and open any website.
Tap the button on the left side of the address bar:
- iOS 18 and later.aA - before iOS 18.
Go to Manage Extensions.
Turn 1Blocker Scripts on.
Launch 1Blocker.
Go to the Ads section.
Enable Block Ads on YouTube.com.
On iPadOS, a separate puzzle icon manages web extensions right from the Safari address bar. The Manage Extensions section is located there on iPads.
On macOS:
Launch Safari.
Go to Safari > Settings...(shortcut: CMD+,) > Extensions.
Enable 1Blocker Scripts.
Make sure that the extension is allowed on all websites.
Launch 1Blocker.
Go to the Ads section.
Enable Block Ads on YouTube.com.
Once the filter is enabled, you can manage its permission settings in Safari > Settings > Websites > Extensions > 1Blocker Scripts.
1Blocker Scripts needs explicit user approval, which Safari requests when you activate the extension. We prioritize your trust and privacy and use the extension only to perform advanced Safari content filtering. We are also always open to your feedback and questions. Finally, the extension is optional, and you can deactivate it at any time.
If you come across any difficulties while using 1Blocker Scripts, please check this tutorial to ensure everything is configured correctly: Troubleshooting 1Blocker Scripts.
More information about 1Blocker Scripts.