Overview:
Disable YouTube Autoplay on computers, Android phones, iPhones, iPads and smart TVs.
Follow simple steps to prevent YouTube from automatically playing the next recommended video.
Turn off playback in feeds separately to stop videos playing while browsing YouTube.
YouTube's Autoplay feature automatically plays another recommended video when the current one ends. While the feature can help users discover new content, it may also keep videos playing when users don't want to watch anything else.
YouTube allows users to turn off Autoplay on computers, Android phones, iPhones, iPads, and smart TVs. The process varies slightly by device, but you can change the setting through the video player or the app's settings menu.
Here is how to disable YouTube Autoplay and stop the next video from playing automatically.
How to Turn Off YouTube Autoplay on Computer
On a desktop or laptop, users can disable Autoplay directly from the YouTube video player. There is no need to navigate through multiple settings menus.
Follow these steps:
Open YouTube and play any video.
Move the mouse over the video player to reveal the playback controls.
Find the Autoplay toggle at the bottom of the video player.
Click the toggle to turn it off.
Once disabled, YouTube will stop automatically playing the next suggested video after the current video ends.
Users who watch YouTube in a web browser can change this setting at any time.
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How to Disable YouTube Autoplay on Android
Android users can turn off Autoplay through the YouTube app's settings. The option is also available directly in the video player.
To turn off the feature through settings:
Open the YouTube app.
Tap your profile picture.
Select Settings.
Choose Autoplay.
Switch Autoplay off.
Alternatively, users can open any video and tap the Autoplay switch in the video player.
This prevents YouTube from automatically starting the next suggested video when the current one finishes.
How to Turn Off YouTube Autoplay on iPhone and iPad
The process on an iPhone or iPad is similar to that on Android. Users can access the feature through the YouTube app's settings.
Follow these steps:
Open the YouTube app.
Tap your profile picture.
Go to Settings and select Autoplay.
Turn the Autoplay switch off.
After the setting is disabled, YouTube will no longer automatically play the next recommended video on that device.
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How to Stop YouTube Autoplay on Smart TV
YouTube users who watch videos on a smart TV can also turn off Autoplay through the app's settings.
Here is how:
Open the YouTube app on the TV.
Go to Settings.
Find Autoplay.
Select Off.
This turns off the feature on the TV. Users should note that Autoplay settings can differ between devices. Turning it off on a computer does not necessarily turn it off on a phone or smart TV.
Why do YouTube Videos Still Play Automatically While Scrolling?
Turning off Autoplay does not necessarily stop videos from playing automatically while users browse YouTube. These are separate features.
On an Android phone or iPhone, users can open YouTube and navigate to Profile, Settings, General, and Playback in feeds. Select Off if the option is available.
On a computer, videos may begin playing when users hover over thumbnails. In that case, look for the inline playback setting in YouTube's playback settings.
Changing this setting can help prevent videos from playing automatically while you browse the platform.
Where to Find Official Instructions
For further assistance, visit YouTube's official support page for instructions on managing Autoplay.
Steps may vary depending on the device and available settings. Users should check each device separately to ensure the feature is disabled wherever they watch YouTube.
FAQs
1. How do I turn off YouTube Autoplay?
Open YouTube, access the Autoplay toggle in the video player or settings, and switch it off to stop subsequent videos.
2. Can I disable YouTube Autoplay on Android?
Yes, open the YouTube app, tap your profile picture, navigate to Settings, select Autoplay, and switch the feature off.
3. How do I stop YouTube Autoplay on an iPhone?
Open YouTube, tap your profile picture, go to Settings, select Autoplay, and turn off the switch to prevent automatic playback.
4. Does turning off Autoplay stop videos playing while scrolling?
No, playback in feeds is separate. Navigate to Settings, General, Playback in feeds, and select Off if available.
5. Does disabling Autoplay apply to all my devices?
No, Autoplay settings may differ between devices. Turn off the feature separately on your computer, phone, tablet, and smart TV.