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Save bandwidth and battery by switching YouTube to audio-only mode. Reduce data usage while still enjoying your favorite content.
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Transform YouTube into a music player and dramatically reduce your data usage and battery consumption by automatically disabling video playback. Listen to music, podcasts, and other content without the bandwidth-heavy video stream - perfect for mobile users, limited data plans, and battery conservation.
Features:
• Save Mobile Data - Reduce YouTube data consumption by up to 90% by streaming audio only
• Extend Battery Life - Significantly improve battery performance by disabling video rendering
• Simple Toggle - Switch between audio-only and normal mode with one click
• Automatic Memory - Remembers your preferences between browsing sessions
• Background Listening - Continue listening even when switching to other tabs
• Zero Configuration - Works instantly after installation with no setup required
How to Use:
1. Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store
2. Visit any YouTube video page
3. Click the YouTube Audio Only icon in your browser toolbar
4. Toggle the "Audio Only Mode" switch to ON
5. Optional: Enable "Show Control Button" to display a convenient toggle button on YouTube pages
6. Continue browsing YouTube with reduced data usage and extended battery life
7. Toggle audio-only mode on/off anytime via the extension popup or on-screen control button