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Wondering why YouTube is not switching to full screen in Safari on your Mac?

Not being able to watch your favorite YouTube creators in full screen can be frustrating.

If you are reading this, we can assume that YouTube is not switching to full screen in Safari on your Mac

youtube not switching to full screen in safari

Now, there are several reasons why you may encounter this problem. 

Faulty versions of Safari are the most common culprit for this issue. However, it can also be due to corrupted browsing data or incompatible extensions. 

Today, we will show you what to do if YouTube is not switching to full screen in Safari on your Mac. 

Let’s begin!

1. Restart Safari. 

If something isn’t working on your browser, the first thing you should do is restart it. An error may have occurred on Safari, preventing YouTube from entering full screen. 

Here’s how you can properly close Safari: 

  1. Make sure that Safari is in front of your screen. 
  2. Now, click on Safari in the upper left corner of your display. 
  3. Choose Force Quit Safari to stop the app from running. 
youtube not switching to full screen in safari

Once done, relaunch Safari and see if you can now watch YouTube videos in full screen. 

2. Restart Your Mac. 

Like restarting Safari, restarting your Mac should resolve temporary bugs and errors.

Follow the steps below to restart your Mac: 

  1. Access the Apple Menu by clicking the Apple icon in the upper left corner of your screen. 
  2. Choose the Restart option from the drop-down menu. 
  3. Click on Restart in the dialog box that appeared to confirm your action. 
Restart Mac

Wait for your Mac to restart. Go back to Safari to check if the problem is solved. 

3. Use Private Browsing 

If restarting your Mac did not work, try accessing YouTube in Private Mode on Safari. 

When using a Private Window, your previous history and data are not used, which could be corrupted. 

Here’s how you can open a private window: 

  • Press the Command + Shift + N keys on your keyboard. 
  • In the upper left corner of your screen, click on File > New Private Window

Try watching a YouTube video in full screen to check if the problem is solved. 

If you can watch videos in full screen on a private window, there might be an issue with your browsing data. 

Head to method 5 to clear Safari’s data. 

4. Disable Extensions. 

Safari extensions are helpful tools that provide additional features to your browser. However, not all browser extensions are properly optimized. This could cause issues for some websites.

Check your extensions if you encounter problems playing videos in full screen. 

Here’s what you need to do: 

  1. Launch Safari on your Mac. 
  2. In the upper left corner, click on Safari > Preferences (or Settings). 
  3. Now, go to the Extensions tab. 
  4. Uncheck the checkbox beside the extension to disable it.
Disable Safari Extensions

Try playing another YouTube video to check if the problem is solved. 

If you are able to enter full screen, it means one of your extensions is the culprit. Enable your extensions one by one until YouTube stops entering full screen again. 

The last extension you’ve enabled is the one causing problems. Uninstall the extension or look for an alternative. 

5. Clear Browsing Data. 

Corrupted browsing data could also cause YouTube videos not to enter full screen. Clear your browsing data to rule out possible issues.

Here’s what you need to do: 

  1. Launch Safari on your Mac. 
  2. Now, open the Safari tab in the upper left corner. 
  3. Choose Clear History in the drop-down menu. 
  4. On the pop-up window, change the target time range to All History
  5. Click on Clear History to start the process. 
youtube not switching to full screen in safari

Once done, log in to your YouTube account and see if you can play videos in full screen. 

Related: How to Fix Links Not Working in Safari

6. Update Your System. 

There might be a bug or glitch within Safari that prevents videos from playing on full screen. 

To rule this out, update your Mac’s software to get the latest version of Safari. Software updates should also patch bugs and errors within your system. 

Follow the guide below to update your Mac: 

  1. Click on the Apple icon in the upper left corner of your screen. 
  2. Now, choose System Settings or System Preferences
  • If you choose System Settings, click on General on the left side window. Then click on Software Update on the right. 
  • If you choose  System Preferences, click on Software Update
  1. Wait for your Mac to check for updates. 
  2. If there’s an available update, click on Update Now or Upgrade Now
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Note

  • If you are using a MacBook, make sure that your battery is at least 50% charged. You can just leave it plugged into the wall outlet during the update. 
  • Your Mac can restart several times while installing the update.
  • The update progress bar might also appear to be stuck. When this happens, don’t do anything. Software updates can take several minutes to complete.

If your Mac won’t boot after the update, you can check our in-depth guide on how to resolve this issue.

7. Contact Apple. 

At this point, we suggest that you leave the matter to the professionals. 

Head to Apple’s support page and look for the issue you’re experiencing. If there’s an available solution, it should appear in the results tab. You’ll also see related articles about the problem.

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If you want faster action, you can visit the nearest Apple Store to have your Mac checked by a professional. 

That ends our guide on what to do if YouTube is not switching to full screen in Safari on your Mac. If you have other concerns, leave a comment below, and we’ll do our best to respond. 

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How to Mass Unsubscribe YouTube Channels at Once https://www.saintlad.com/mass-unsubscribe-youtube-channels-at-once/ https://www.saintlad.com/mass-unsubscribe-youtube-channels-at-once/#comments Fri, 17 Feb 2023 12:52:43 +0000 https://www.saintlad.com/?p=79450 Wondering how you can mass unsubscribe YouTube channels? YouTube is one of the best places to watch videos…

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Wondering how you can mass unsubscribe YouTube channels?

YouTube is one of the best places to watch videos and be entertained. From gaming highlights to lifestyle vlogs, you can pretty much find anything that interests you. 

As you use the platform, it’s easy to accumulate channels that you subscribe to. However, our preferences and needs change from time to time and you might have a hard time finding content that you like from your ‘Subscriptions’ list. 

If you are reading this, you are probably planning to manage your account so that the channels you currently prefer show up easily. 

Sadly, YouTube doesn’t have a feature that lets you unsubscribe to YouTube channels fast and easily. Many users have been complaining about this for a long time and it’s pretty weird that the devs still haven’t added the feature.

Luckily, brilliant minds from the community found a workaround to make our lives easier. 

In this guide, we will show you how you can mass unsubscribe YouTube channels on your account. 

Let’s jump right in!

Mass Unsubscribe YouTube Channels

1. Long Method

This procedure will allow you to unsubscribe to YouTube channels on your account in a simple way. However, despite being the easiest, it’s also the most time-consuming since you’ll have to perform everything manually. 

It’s like going through your old files and taking the time to go through them one by one and decide which goes and stays. This method works perfectly if you have the time and patience to go through your ‘Subscriptions’ list and ensure that you unsubscribe from channels that no longer interest you. 

For PC:

  1. Head to YouTube and click on Subscriptions from the sidebar.
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  1. Now, you’ll see the latest videos uploaded by the channels you follow. To manage your subscriptions list, click the Manage button in the upper right corner of your screen. 
  2. Finally, go through the list and click the Subscribed button beside the channel you want to remove from your account. Choose Unsubscribed to finish the process. 
Manage YouTube Channels

For Mobile:

  1. Go to your home screen and tap on YouTube to launch it. 
  2. Inside the YouTube app, tap on Subscriptions in the bottom navigation bar. 
  3. At the top portion, tap the All button beside the channel icons. 
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  1. Now, tap on Manage
  2. Find a channel you want to remove. Swipe left and tap on Unsubscribe
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Repeat the process above until you’ve removed all the channels you no longer want in your account.

If your subscription list is not updating, try unsubscribing after an hour. YouTube might flag your activity as spam and restrict this action on your account if you’ve unsubscribed from multiple channels within a short period. 

Ideally, you’d only want to unsubscribe around 2 to 3 channels per minute to avoid alerting YouTube. 

2. Unsubscribe Smart

You can also unsubscribe from YouTube channels on your account with a simple script that takes advantage of the console feature on Google Chrome. However, we’d like to point out that you’ll need a computer for this method and won’t work on mobile. 

You should also keep in mind that this process will unsubscribe you from all YouTube channels on your account. If you don’t wish to remove all your subscriptions, we suggest that you stay with the first method. 

See the steps below to mass unsubscribe YouTube channels: 

  1. First, launch Chrome on your computer and head to YouTube
  2. After that, go to Subscriptions > Manage
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  1. Now, right-click anywhere on the page and click on Inspect. 
  2. You’ll see a bunch of code on the right side of your screen. Don’t panic. Look for the Console tab and access it. You can also press CTRL + SHIFT + J on your keyboard to open the console.
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  1. Next, scroll down until you see the ‘>’ icon. 
  2. Lastly, copy and paste the code below after the ‘>’ and hit Enter to run it. 

NOTE: If the first code is not working, try the second or third code below and run it on the console. YouTube might have updated its system and prevented scripts like the one below from working. Simply refresh the page, go to the Console, and copy the other scripts below.

1st Script:

(async function iife() {
var UNSUBSCRIBE_DELAY_TIME = 2000
var runAfterDelay = (fn, delay) => new Promise((resolve, reject) => {
setTimeout(() => {
fn()
resolve()
}, delay)
})
var channels = Array.from(document.getElementsByTagName(`ytd-channel-renderer`))
console.log(`${channels.length} channels found.`)
var ctr = 0
for (const channel of channels) {
channel.querySelector(`[aria-label^='Unsubscribe from']`).click()
await runAfterDelay(() => {
document.getElementsByTagName(`yt-confirm-dialog-renderer`)[0] .querySelector(`#confirm-button`)
.click()
console.log(`Unsubsribed ${ctr + 1}/${channels.length}`)
ctr++
}, UNSUBSCRIBE_DELAY_TIME)
}
})()

2nd Script:

var i = 0;
var myVar = setInterval(myTimer, 3000);
function myTimer () {
var els = document.getElementById("grid-container").getElementsByClassName("ytd-expanded-shelf-contents-renderer");
    if (i < els.length) {
        els[i].querySelector("[aria-label^='Unsubscribe from']").click();
        setTimeout(function () {
            var unSubBtn = document.getElementById("confirm-button").click();
        }, 2000);
        setTimeout(function () {
            els[i].parentNode.removeChild(els[i]);
        }, 2000);
    }
    i++;
    console.log(i + " unsubscribed by Saint");
    console.log(els.length + " remaining");
}

3rd Script:

var i = 0;
var myVar = setInterval(myTimer, 3000);
function myTimer () {
var els = document.getElementById(“grid-container”).getElementsByClassName(“ytd-expanded-shelf-contents-renderer”);
if (i < els.length) {
els[i].querySelector(“[aria-label^=’Unsubscribe from’]”).click();
setTimeout(function () {
var unSubBtn = document.getElementById(“confirm-button”).click();
}, 2000);
setTimeout(function () {
els[i].parentNode.removeChild(els[i]);
}, 2000);
}
i++;
console.log(i + ” unsubscribed by Saint”);
console.log(els.length + ” remaining”);
}

All you have to do afterward is to sit back and let the script do the magic. If the progress slows down or appears frozen, don’t do anything. The script can cause this behavior and you don’t have to do anything. 

If the script is stuck for a few minutes, refresh the page and repeat the process above to re-run the code. 

Once done, you now have a fresh account with no YouTube channels subscribed on. Look for the channels that currently interest you and start subscribing to them. 

That sums up our guide on how to mass unsubscribe YouTube channels at once. If you have questions or other concerns, please let us know in the comment section, and we’ll do our best to answer them. 

If this guide helped you, please share it. 🙂

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How to Fix ‘YouTube Videos Not Playing’ on Mac https://www.saintlad.com/youtube-videos-not-playing-mac/ https://www.saintlad.com/youtube-videos-not-playing-mac/#respond Thu, 05 Aug 2021 09:56:01 +0000 https://www.saintlad.com/?p=101046 Are you facing the YouTube videos not playing on Mac issue?  If you try to watch Youtube videos…

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Are you facing the YouTube videos not playing on Mac issue? 

If you try to watch Youtube videos on your Mac in your leisure time but keep getting an error message or a blank screen, or your system restarts, we understand how annoying it can be. But, do not worry, you can easily solve this issue. 

Generally, there are two main reasons for youtube videos not playing on your Mac:

Browser Issues: You can easily solve it by refreshing the page, clearing the cache, or updating the latest version.

Internet Issues: It can also be solved by switching off the router and then switching it on. If you have a weak internet connection, reduce the quality of your YouTube video to stop buffering.

However, if it does not solve your problem, this article is here to your rescue. So, keep reading to know how to fix YouTube videos not playing on Mac issue? 


1. Updating Your Mac’s Software. 

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Many apps and features crash a lot of time due to an outdated software version. The newer software versions come with exciting new features that can solve various bugs. 

Hence, if you’re using a MAC that hasn’t been updated in ages, you need to update it as soon as possible. 

Here’s how you can update your Mac’s software to solve the YouTube videos not playing on Mac issue: 

  1. First, go to System Preferences from the Apple Menu.
  2. Then, click on Software Update
  3. Finally, Click on either Update Now or Upgrade Now.

If you choose the option, Update Now, it will update to the latest version of the current software. However, if you choose Upgrade Now, you’ll get the latest version of a new name, such as macOS Big Sur


2. Disabling Safari Extensions.

Sometimes, safari extensions are the ones blocking YouTube videos. Hence, there are chances that your Mac has encountered this problem. 

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You can prevent the YouTube videos not playing on Mac issue by following the simple steps mentioned below:

  1. Go to the Safari window.
  2. Then, select Preferences and then go to Extensions.
  3. Next, Disable the extension by unchecking the box next to it.
  4. Finally, Refresh your YouTube page.
  5. If the problem still persists, repeat Step 1 to Step 4 for another extension. You can keep doing it for all the extensions until the problem is solved.

Note that once you find the problematic extension, it is better to uninstall it from your browser. Simply click on the Uninstall option in the extension.


3. Disabling Plug-Ins in Safari.

Plug-Ins are the add-on features in a web browser. They provide additional functionality and are thus prominent. However, sometimes they are also the cause you are not able to access a few sites or videos online.

In case you are still not able to play YouTube videos, the next step is to try disabling the Plug-Ins. Here is how you can fix YouTube videos not playing on Mac issues: 

  1. Go to the Safari window.
  2. Select Preferences and then go to the Security tab.
  3. Then, you will see Internet Plug-Ins: Allow Plug-Ins written over there.
  4. Uncheck the box Allow Plug-Ins to disable plug-ins for all the sites.
  5. Finally, Relaunch the Safari browser.


4. Enabling JavaScript in Safari.

JavaScript is crucial for playing videos. Thus, it makes sense to check that JavaScript is enabled. You might not be able to play your videos because JavaScript is disabled. So, check out how to enable JavaScript in your Safari browser:

enable javascript in safari mac
  1. Go to the Safari window.
  2. Then, select Preference and go to the Security tab.
  3. In the Security tab, you will see Web Content: Enable JavaScript there.
  4. Check the Enable JavaScript box.
  5. Finally, Relaunch the Safari Browser.


5. Syncing Date and Time.

Are you unable to use any web browser? Often, people are unable to use their browser because they have set the wrong date and time in their systems. It is something you can easily miss. Here is how you can change it:

  1. Open System Preferences.
  2. Then, click on the Date and Time option present there.
  3. If you are connected to the Internet, simply tick the Set date and time automatically option.
  4. If your internet is switched off, for the time being, click on the Lock option at the bottom of your screen.
  5. Then, Login using your username and password and deselect the set date and time automatically.
  6. Now, use the calendar and clock available to you to enter the date and time manually. And it is done!

6. Restarting Your Mac.

Even after trying all the above methods, if you are still unable to watch YouTube videos, try restarting your Mac. This is the most convenient option when all other options fail. Here is how you can do it:

  1. Click on the Apple icon at the top-left corner of your Mac.
  2. Then, select the Restart option from the drop-down menu.
  3. Finally, a pop-up window appears. Confirm it.

Wait for your Mac to restart. Once it is done, check if the problem is resolved.

7. Repairing Disk Permissions.

It is the standard approach when you face a problem while working on your Mac. These disk permissions are file and directory permissions. 

During the normal course of time, programs tend to change the file or folder permissions which could be the possible reason for not being able to play YouTube videos. To check that files are correct on your Mac, follow these easy steps:

  1. First, choose Go and click on Utilities.
  2. Then, Double click on Disk Utility.
  3. Select the desired disk for which you want to repair permissions. You will be able to see the disks on the left pane of your window.
  4. Then, click on First Aid.
  5. Finally, in First Aid, click on Repair Permissions.

8. Cleaning Your Mac Disk.

Your browser can deny access to videos when your Mac disk is full. So, it is important to clean it from time to time. 

You can do it by regularly cleaning cache files, browser history, unnecessary photos and videos from your device, useless applications, and preventing Time Machine Backups. 

Basically, get rid of anything unimportant so that you are able to watch all your YouTube videos.

9.Trying Different Web Browsers.

Sometimes, when you cannot watch videos on Safari, it is better to change the web browser. You can try using Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge for watching your favorite videos without any interruptions.

Final Thoughts 

These are the few fixes that have helped the Mac users in troubleshooting the problem. To summarize what we have discussed so far, look at the points below.

  • Always update your Mac and web browser.
  • Restart your Mac in case of any problem.
  • Refresh your system often to avoid troubles.
  • Clean your Mac space of unwanted stuff.
  • Check your internet connection.
  • Try playing YouTube videos on other browsers in case Safari does not work.

So, this brings us to the end of this post. We hope you were able to find the solution to your problem. In case you still have some doubts, you can contact Apple Support or chat here.

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Is YouTube Down? Server Status and How to Fix https://www.saintlad.com/youtube-servers-currently-down/ https://www.saintlad.com/youtube-servers-currently-down/#respond Sat, 27 Feb 2021 12:02:50 +0000 https://www.saintlad.com/?p=96700 Have a feeling that YouTube servers are currently down and its services are not working?  For the past…

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Have a feeling that YouTube servers are currently down and its services are not working? 

For the past years, YouTube has been the top video streaming platform, with thousands of videos being uploaded everyday. As YouTube continues to grow, it created an opportunity for individuals to change career paths and join the growing number of ‘YouTubers’ or also known as content creators. 

Since many users rely on YouTube for entertainment and even for work, their servers must always be up and running. However, like any website, YouTube is not exempted from downtimes and occasional problems. 

If you are reading this right now, you’re probably wondering if YouTube servers are currently down as some platform features are not working. 

In this guide, we will show you how to check the current status of YouTube and fix the issues that may occur on the platform. 

Let’s get started! 

1. Check YouTube’s Servers. 

To start, we will show you how you can check the status of YouTube’s servers using third-party applications. You must verify the status of YouTube first before making any changes on your device. 

You can use websites like Downdetector to view the current status of YouTube and the issues it has encountered for the past 24 hours. 

Although server-related issues are only addressable on YouTube’s end, you can still do a couple of things to limit the occurrence of errors on your end while their team is resolving the problem. 

Keep reading to learn more. 

2. Turn Off VPN. 

Since YouTube’s servers are already experiencing issues, the last thing you want is interruptions on your connection. If you are using VPN services, consider turning them off while YouTube’s servers are down. 

VPNs change your IP address from time to time, interrupting the connection between your device and YouTube’s servers. 

To keep your connection stable, disable your VPN for the meantime and see if it lessened the occurrence of errors.

3. Change Your Region Manually. 

There are times when the server dedicated to your region is the only one with problems. If this is the case, other regional servers may function without issues, and the problem is isolated in your place.

To fix this, you can try connecting to other regional servers until YouTube gets everything sorted. 

  1. First, access YouTube using your browser. 
  2. Now, tap on the URL box of your browser and select ‘www’
  3. Lastly, change it to ‘ca’ and hit the Enter key to reload the page. 

Once done, try using YouTube to see if this method worked for you. 

4. Use PureVPN. 

Do you prefer using a VPN service while browsing online? Check out PureVPN!

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PureVPN is a virtual private network provider with 6500+ servers across the globe for optimized unparallel performance. PureVPN has many helpful features like split-tunneling, port forwarding, 256bit AES Encryption, and more!

With PureVPN, you are sure that your data is safe and protected online without dealing with network connectivity issues.

Besides, PureVPN also has 24/7 customer support available via phone, email, and live chats to help you with problems that you may encounter on the platform. 

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5. Lower the Playback Quality. 

Since YouTube is experiencing issues, some of its services like video playback might be slow. In this case, you can try lowering the playback quality to reduce the load on your network and YouTube’s servers. 

On mobile devices, you can change the playback resolution by doing the following: 

  1. First, go to the video that you want to watch using the YouTube app. 
  2. Now, tap on the More button inside the video controls. 
  3. Lastly, tap on Quality and change it to a lower resolution. 

For browsers, follow the guide below to change the playback quality on YouTube. 

  1. On your browser, go to YouTube and access the video that you want to play. 
  2. After that, click on the Gear icon. 
  3. Finally, click on Quality and select a lower video playback quality.


6. Re-Login to YouTube. 

Another method that you can try is to re-login to your YouTube account. Due to the problem with YouTube’s servers, your account data may have gotten corrupted and needs to be refreshed. To do this, simply sign out of your account and log back in after a few minutes. 

On Android, you can sign out of your YouTube account by doing the following: 

  1. First, open the YouTube app on your device and tap on your Profile
  2. Now, tap on Switch Account and open Manage Accounts
  3. After that, tap on the YouTube account that you want to sign out. 
  4. Finally, tap the Remove Account button. 

For iOS users, follow the steps below to sign out of your account. 

  1. Open the YouTube app on your device. 
  2. Now, open your Profile and tap on Switch Account
  3. Lastly, tap on Use YouTube Signed Out.

If you are using a browser, check out the guide below to sign out your account. 

  1. First, access YouTube using your browser. 
  2. Next, click on your Profile icon beside the Notifications button. 
  3. Finally, click on Sign Out

Once done, re-access your account and try using YouTube as you normally would. 

If issues continue to occur, head down below and try the next solution. 

7. Check for Updates. 

YouTube might roll out an update after addressing the issue to keep their platform optimized for most users. Try checking for an update from time to time so that you can install the patch immediately once it is released. 

On Android, follow the steps below to update the YouTube app. 

  1. On your app drawer, tap on Google Play Store to open it. 
  2. After that, tap on the Menu button to open the side drawer. 
  3. Lastly, tap on My Apps & Games and hit the Update button next to YouTube if there’s an available update. 
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For iOS users, check out the steps below to guide you on the process.

  1. First, go to your home screen and tap on the App Store to open it. 
  2. Now, tap on your Profile icon to view the available updates for your device. 
  3. Finally, tap on the Update button beside YouTube if a more recent version is available. 
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After updating YouTube, go back to the app and check if any errors would still occur. 

8. Clear Your Browsing Data. 

Your browser’s caches and cookies may have gotten corrupted during use and cause YouTube and other sites to malfunction. To fix this, simply clear your browsing data to remove any corrupted files from your system.

  1. First, open your browser and press the CTRL + H keys on your keyboard to access your browser’s History tab. 
  2. Now, click on Clear Browsing Data from the left side drawer. This should open a new tab on your browser.
  3. After that, click on Time Range and select All Time
  4. Lastly, click all of the checkboxes and hit the Clear Data button to start the process. 
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Once done, go back to YouTube and observe if problems would still occur. 

9. Disable Browser Extensions. 

Like VPN services, extensions can also interfere with how YouTube functions. Since its servers are already having issues, you would want to eliminate any interference on your end to make it easier for YouTube’s servers to communicate with your device. 

Disable your browser extensions for the meantime until YouTube’s team fixes the issue. 

  1. First, open your browser and access its Settings tab. 
  2. Now, click on the Extensions tab to manage your browser’s extensions. 
  3. Finally, turn off all of your browser extensions. 
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Go back to YouTube afterward and check if issues would still occur. 

10. Check and Reset Your Internet. 

If your network connection is running slow, your device may struggle to communicate with YouTube’s servers which are also having problems. 

Given the issue, you would want to ensure that your internet runs at its max capacity to make it easier for YouTube’s servers and your device to communicate with one another. 

Run a speed test using Fast.com to measure the current upload and download speed of your network connection. 

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If your network is running slow, try to re-establish a better connection with your service provider’s servers by restarting your router. 

YouTube servers currently down

Perform another speed test afterward to confirm if your network is now running correctly. However, if you continue to experience your connection problems, contact your ISP and ask them to fix their service. 

If you are experiencing a more specific issue on YouTube, visit our guides below to help you out. 

12. Reinstall the YouTube App. 

If none of the methods above worked, you could try reinstalling the YouTube app on your device. YouTube’s installation files may have gotten corrupted when its servers go down, and the update can no longer fix it. 

In this case, try to reinstall the app on your device.

  1. First, open your device and find YouTube from your app drawer. 
  2. Now, press its app icon until the selection screen shows up on your display. 
  3. Finally, tap on Remove App (iOS) or Uninstall (Android) to delete the YouTube app from your device. 
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Once done, go to the Play Store or App Store and reinstall the YouTube app. 

This sums up our guide on what you should do if YouTube servers are currently down. If you have other questions, please let us know in the comment section below, and we’ll try our best to accommodate them. 

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Are you wondering why the YouTube comment section is not working or loading? 

We all know that watching all sorts of videos on YouTube is entertaining, and it is a great way to spend your free time. However, another feature on YouTube that we also like viewing is the comment section. 

In the comment section, followers of a YouTube channel can interact with one another and share their thoughts about the video they just watched. Besides, content creators also use the comment section to reach out to their subscribers and reply to their comments. 

On the other hand, some channel owners also host giveaways through the comment section, which boosts their followers’ interest. 

However, if the Youtube comment section is not working or loading, it can be a problem for both subscribers and channel owners. 

Given the situation, we’ve decided to guide you on what to do if the YouTube comment section is not working or loading. 

Let’s jump right in!

1. Check YouTube’s Servers.

The first thing that you should do when YouTube is not functioning correctly is to check its servers. Being an online platform, YouTube relies on its servers to deliver services to its users. 

However, if an unexpected error occurred or maintenance is ongoing, you can expect that some of YouTube’s features may not work temporarily. 

To check YouTube’s servers, you can use third-party sites like Downdetector or visit YouTube’s official Twitter page to get the latest updates about the platform. 


2. Turn Off VPN. 

Virtual private networks or VPNs are third-party programs that keep your data safe and private while browsing online. It works by making changes to your IP address randomly to ensure that no one can track your activity. 

However, this process can make it difficult for your device to establish a stable connection with YouTube’s servers which can cause the platform to malfunction. 

To fix this, simply turn off your VPN when using YouTube.

 

3. Comment Using A Working VPN. 

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4. Re-Login to Your YouTube Account. 

Unexpected errors may happen on your YouTube account and could cause features like the comment section not to work. Thankfully, a simple data refresh can fix the issue by signing out and logging back into your account. 

On Android, you can sign out of your account by doing the following: 

  1. First, open the YouTube app on your device and tap on your Profile
  2. Now, tap on Switch Account and open Manage Accounts
  3. After that, tap on the YouTube account that you want to sign out. 
  4. Finally, tap the Remove Account button. 

For iOS users, follow the steps below to log out of your YouTube account. 

  1. Open the YouTube app on your device. 
  2. Now, open your Profile and tap on Switch Account
  3. Lastly, tap on Use YouTube Signed Out.

If you are using a browser, you can log out of your account by doing the following: 

  1. First, access YouTube using your browser. 
  2. Next, click on your Profile icon beside the Notifications button. 
  3. Finally, click on Sign Out

Once done, log back into your YouTube account and check if the comment section is now working correctly. 

5. You May Be Blocked by YouTube or the Channel Owner.

If you’re unable to comment on a specific channel, YouTube or the channel owner blocked you from commenting. 

To keep the platform safe for everyone, YouTube implements strict community guidelines that every user should follow. When commenting on videos, make sure that it doesn’t promote hate speech, violence, sexual abuse, or other harmful doings that can negatively affect other users physically or emotionally. 

Make sure to follow the rules to avoid getting blocked from the platform. 

6. Check for Updates. 

YouTube releases timely updates for itstheir application to ensure that everything is working correctly. Besides, security patches are also included in the update to ensure that you are safe from hackers and other phishing activities. 

If the YouTube comment section is not working or loading, try to check for updates. 

On Android, follow the guide below to update the app. 

  1. First, open the Google Play Store from your app drawer. 
  2. After that, open the side drawer and tap on My Apps & Games
  3. If there’s an available update, tap the Update button next to YouTube to install it. 
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For iOS users, check out the steps below to update YouTube. 

  1. On your device, open the App Store
  2. Now, tap on your Profile icon, which should prompt your device to check for possible updates. 
  3. Finally, find YouTube from the list and hit the Update button. 
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Once the update is done, go back to YouTube and see if the comment section is now working. 

7. Clear Your Browser Cache and Cookies. 

If the YouTube comment section is not working or loading on your browser, some of its data may be corrupted. Browsers use temporary data called caches and cookies to load websites faster. 


However, if this data gets corrupted, errors and other problems can occur on the websites you visit. 

Clear your browsing data to get rid of corrupted caches and cookies. 

  1. On your browser, click on the Options button and open the History tab. 
  2. After that, click on Clear Browsing Data on the side menu inside the History tab. 
  3. Next, click on Time Range and select All Time
  4. Finally, make sure that caches and cookies are included in the process and hit the Clear Data button. 
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After clearing your browsing data, go back to YouTube and see if the comment section is now working. 

8. Try Another Browser. 

There are times when your browser encounters problems and might not load the contents of a website correctly. Since browsers use different kinds of render engines, they may not interpret the code written on websites the same way and load it differently. 

If the YouTube comment section is not working or loading, try to use another browser in the meantime.

9. Run Malwarebytes. 

If something is not right on your browser, try to check for malware or virus infection. Some viruses like browser hijackers change the way your browser functions and could cause all sorts of problems on websites. 

You can use third-party tools like Malwarebytes to scan your system for malware and other viruses. 

10. Check and Reset Your Internet. 

Network connection issues could also be the cause of why the YouTube comment section is not working. To confirm this, try to run a speed test using Fast.com to measure your connection’s current bandwidth. 

YouTube comment section not working

If the test result shows that your connection is unstable, try to restart your router. Locate its power chord and unplug it from the wall outlet for about 10 seconds before plugging it back in. 

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Run another speed test to verify if the restart fixed the issue on your network. If your internet connection continues to run slow, contact your ISP and ask them to fix the issue. 

11. Reinstall YouTube. 

For the final method, you can try reinstalling the YouTube app. Possibly, some of its installation files got corrupted and no longer fixable with an update. In this case, the best option you have is to remove the app from your device and reinstall a fresh copy. 

For Android devices, check out the guide below to reinstall YouTube. 

  1. First, go to your app drawer and find the YouTube app from the list. 
  2. Now, hold down on its icon until the pop-up menu appears.
  3. Lastly, tap on Uninstall to delete the app. 
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If you are using an iOS device, follow the steps below to reinstall YouTube. 

  1. On your home screen, locate the YouTube app. 
  2. After that, press its app icon until you see the selection screen. 
  3. Finally, tap on Remove App to uninstall YouTube
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Once done, go to the App Store or Play Store and reinstall YouTube. 

This ends our guide in fixing the YouTube comment section that is not working or loading. If you have other questions in mind, please let us know in the comment section below, and we’ll do our best to accommodate them. 

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Is the YouTube watch history not working on your account? 

Watch history is a feature on YouTube that lets you backtrack the videos you previously watched. Besides, this can also help parents who want to monitor their kids’ activity on YouTube. 

YouTube also uses your watch history to recommend videos that suit your taste so that you’re constantly updated with the latest trends on your favorite topic or subject. 

However, you might find that your feed gets messed up with unrelated content if YouTube watch history is not working. 

Most of the time, this error is caused by YouTube’s servers, but problems that may have occurred on your end should also be considered. 

To help you address the issue, we’ve decided to make a simple guide in fixing the YouTube watch history that is not working. 

Let’s begin!

1. Check YouTube’s Servers. 

As mentioned above, the leading cause of this issue is YouTube’s servers. If YouTube watch history is not working, try to check their servers using Downdetector. Their team may be doing maintenance on the servers, or an unexpected error happened. 

If YouTube’s servers are indeed down, the best thing to do for now is to wait. However, you can still try the suggested methods below and see if anything would work on your end. 

To get the latest updates about YouTube and its features, visit their official Twitter page

2. Turn Off VPN. 

If you experience issues on YouTube or other sites, try to turn off your VPN if you have one running.

While VPNs work great for securing our local connection, they can also cause instability and delays to our network. To keep our network and data secured, VPNs change our IP address randomly and filter the data going out of our device, making it difficult for our devices to communicate with the websites we visit. 

To fix this, disable your VPN while using YouTube and see if the problem goes away. 

3. Use PureVPN. 

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With PureVPN, you are sure that your data is safe and protected online without dealing with network connectivity issues.

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 4. Turn Off Pause Watch History. 

There are times when users play around with their settings and enable ‘Pause Watch History’ unknowingly. This option stops YouTube from tracking your watch history and could mess up your recommendations page. 

To fix this, simply turn off the feature on the YouTube app. 

On the YouTube app, you can turn off ‘Pause Watch History’ by doing the following: 

  1. First, open the YouTube app on your device and access its Settings page. 
  2. After that, go to the Privacy tab. 
  3. Lastly, tap the toggle switch to disable ‘Pause Watch History’ on the YouTube app. 

For browsers, see the steps below to guide you on the process. 

  1. First, open YouTube on your browser and click on your Profile located at the top right corner of the window. 
  2. Now, click on ‘Your Data in YouTube’
  3. Scroll down to YouTube Watch History and open it. 
  4. Finally, click on the toggle switch to enable YouTube Watch History

Once done, go back to YouTube and check if your watch history is now working. 

5. Re-Login to YouTube. 

Your account may have encountered an unexpected error and causes some features on YouTube to malfunction. You can try signing out of your account and log back in to refresh your data.

On Android, follow the steps below to sign out of your YouTube account. 

  1. First, go to the YouTube app on your device and open the Accounts tab. 
  2. After that, tap on Switch Account and open Manage Accounts
  3. Now, select the YouTube account that you want to sign out of. 
  4. Finally, tap on Remove Account.

For iOS users, see the steps below to sign out of your account. 

  1. On your device, tap on the YouTube app to launch it. 
  2. Now, tap on your Profile icon from the top right corner of your screen. 
  3. Finally, tap on Switch Account and tap Use YouTube Signed Out

If you are using a browser, check out the guide below to sign out of your YouTube account. 

  1. First, access YouTube using your browser. 
  2. Now, click on your Profile icon beside the Notifications button. 
  3. Lastly, click on Sign Out

After signing out of your account, wait for 2-3 minutes before logging back in to refresh your account data. 

6. Check for Updates. 

If YouTube watch history is not working on the app, you can try checking for updates. YouTube releases frequent updates on their application to ensure that it is running correctly.

However, if you don’t update your app from time to time, you can expect errors to occur during use. 

On Android, follow the guide below to update YouTube. 

  1. First, launch Google Play Store on your device and tap on the Menu button. 
  2. Now, tap on My Apps & Games from the side drawer to check for possible updates. 
  3. Lastly, tap the Update button beside YouTube if there’s an available update. 
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For iOS users, you can update YouTube by doing the following: 

  1. On your home screen, open the App Store
  2. After that, tap on your Profile
  3. Scroll down and find YouTube from the list. If available, tap on Update to install the latest version of the app. 
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Once done, go back to YouTube and check if the watch history is now working. 

7. Clear Your Browsing Data. 

Browsers use temporary data called caches and cookies to enhance their performance when loading up websites. However, caches and cookies can get corrupted anytime and cause issues on your browser and the websites you visit. 

To fix this, simply clear your browsing data to get rid of corrupted files and cookies. 

  1. First, open your default browser and navigate to its Settings page. 
  2. After that, scroll down to Privacy and Security and click on Clear Browsing Data
  3. Now, click on Time Range and change it to All Time
  4. Finally, click on the checkbox next to ‘Cached Images and Files’ and ‘Cookies and Other Site Data’ before clicking the Clear Data button. 
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After clearing your browsing data, re-access your YouTube account and check if the watch history is now working. 

8. Disable Your Browser Extensions. 

If you have browser extensions installed, consider turning them off or removing them from your system if you encounter problems on websites you visit. Some extensions only work for a specific website and could interfere with how other sites function. 

To manage your browser extensions, check out the guide below. 

  1. First, open your default browser and click on the Options button. 
  2. Now, click on Settings and access the Extensions tab. 
  3. Finally, turn off or remove your browser extensions. 
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Once done, go back to YouTube and check if the watch history is now working. 

9. Check and Reset Your Internet. 

Since YouTube is an online website, a stable network connection is needed for it to function correctly. If YouTube watch history is not working, it can indicate that your network is running slow. 

To verify this, try to run a speed test using Fast.com to measure your network’s upload and download speed. 

YouTube watch history not working

If the result shows that your connection is slow, try to restart your router to refresh the connection with your service provider’s servers. 

YouTube watch history not working

Once done, re-run the test to check if the restart worked. If you continue to experience a slow or unstable network connection, contact your ISP and let them know about the issue. 

10. Reinstall the YouTube App. 

If the update could not fix the issue on the YouTube app, you could try reinstalling it for your last option. Some of its installation files may have gotten corrupted beyond repair, and installing a fresh copy is the only viable solution. 

If you are using an Android device, check out the guide below to reinstall YouTube. 

  1. First, go to your home screen and locate the YouTube app from the list. 
  2. Now, tap and hold its app icon until you see the Options screen. 
  3. Finally, tap on Uninstall to delete the YouTube app. 
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For iOS users, follow the steps below to reinstall the YouTube app. 

  1. On your device, find the YouTube app from your home screen. 
  2. Now, tap on its app icon until the selection screen shows up. 
  3. Lastly, tap on Remove App to delete YouTube
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Once done, go to the App Store or Play Store and reinstall the YouTube app. 

This brings us to the end of our guide in fixing the YouTube watch history if it is not working on your device. If you have other questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to ask them in the comment section below. We’d be happy to help you out whenever we can. 

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Are you planning to watch live TV, but YouTube TV servers are down at the moment? 

YouTube TV is one of the latest offerings of Google, which allows users to stream premium TV channels online for a lower price. After its release in 2017, YouTube TV has gained over 2 million subscribers in Q4 of 2019. 

With the number of users steadily growing, Google is doing everything it can to prepare its servers for more users in the future. However, occasional downtimes and errors still occur on the platform, which is inevitable for most websites and applications. 

Most of the time, problems on YouTube TV’s servers are only fixable on their end, but there are known remedies to do on your side that can alleviate issues on the platform. 

Today, we’re going to show you a few tips and tricks that you can do if YouTube TV servers are down. 

Let’s begin!

1. Check YouTube TV’s Servers. 

The first thing you should do if YouTube TV is not working is to check their servers’ status. You can use third-party websites like Downdetector to view the current status of YouTube TV and the issues it has encountered for the last 24 hours. 

You can also visit YouTube’s official Twitter page, where they post updates and news regarding the platform.  

After confirming that YouTube TV’s servers are down, proceed to the listed methods below to address the issue. 

2. Turn Off VPN. 

VPNs or virtual private networks are services that provide security on your local network. It masks your IP address and filters the data going out of your device to prevent hackers and other entities from using it. 

However, this process can disrupt your network connection and cause delays. If YouTube TV is not working, try to disable your VPN first and see if the problem goes away. 

You can also check our guide in fixing YouTube TV videos that keep on buffering if you cannot stream live TV on your device. 

3. Restart Your Device. 

If the YouTube TV app is not working correctly, the problem could be on your device. There are times when errors occur on your operating system, and it needs to restart to refresh its resources. 

On Android, you can restart your device by doing the following: 

  1. First, press and hold the Power button of your device to access the Options screen. 
  2. Now, tap on Restart to reboot your Android device. 
  3. Wait for the process to finish, which can take a couple of seconds, depending on your device. 
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For iOS users, see the steps below to restart your device.

  1. On your device, locate the Power button and hold it down until the ‘Slide to Power Off’ screen shows up. 
  2. Now, drag the slider until your screen turns off. 
  3. Lastly, tap the Power button once to restart your iOS device. 
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If you are on a Smart TV, check out the guide below to restart it. 

  1. First, get your TV’s remote and press the Power button to turn it off. 
  2. Now, unplug your TV’s power cable from the outlet and wait for 5 to 10 seconds before plugging it back in. 
  3. Lastly, press the Power button again on your remote to restart it. 

Once done, go back to YouTube TV and check if the problem is solved. 

4. Use PureVPN. 

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With PureVPN, you are sure that your data is safe and protected online without dealing with network connectivity issues.

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5. Power Cycle Your TV, Chromecast, and Other Streaming Devices. 

If you suddenly experience YouTube TV issues, a temporary error could’ve happened on your device during run time. To fix this, try to power cycle your device.  

Power cycling helps reset any data that may have gotten corrupted on your device.

  1. First, make sure that your device is completely turned off. 
  2. Now, unplug its power cable and remove the battery if possible. 
  3. Wait for about 2-3 minutes before putting back the battery or plugging back in the power cable. 
  4. Once done, turn on your device again. 

After the power cycle, go back to YouTube TV and try using it normally to check if any errors would still occur. 

6. Check for Updates. 

YouTube releases updates on their app from time to time to address issues that could’ve occurred and to keep the application optimized for most devices. 

If you haven’t updated the YouTube TV app for a long time, try to check for an update now. 

On Android, you can update the YouTube TV app by doing the following: 

  1. First, open Google Play Store on your Android device and tap the Menu button inside the search bar. 
  2. Now, tap on My Apps & Games to check for possible updates. 
  3. Lastly, tap the Update button if there’s an available update for YouTube TV

For iOS users, see the steps below to update YouTube TV. 

  1. On your device, open the App Store from your home screen. 
  2. Now, tap on your Profile icon. This should prompt the App Store to check for possible updates on all the applications installed on your device. 
  3. If available, tap the Update button next to YouTube TV to install it. 

If you are using an Android TV, follow the guide below to update YouTube TV. 

  1. First, open the Play Store on your Android TV
  2. Now, search for YouTube TV
  3. Lastly, click on the Update button if there’s an available update. 

For Smart TVs, updating the YouTube TV app may vary depending on the model of your device. Check your user manual to know the exact steps to update applications on your TV.

7. Check and Reset Your Internet. 

Problems on YouTube TV can also be due to a slow internet connection. Since YouTube TV is an online platform, a stable internet connection is needed for YouTube TV to function normally. 

To check your network’s status, try to run a speed test using Fast.com to measure its current upload and download speed. 

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If the result shows that your connection is running slow, try to restart your router to refresh the link with your service provider’s servers. 

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Once done, re-run the test to see if the restart solved the problem. Contact your ISP immediately if you continue to encounter issues with your network. 

8. Delete YouTube TV and Reinstall It. 

The installation files of YouTube TV may have encountered a severe error that an update can no longer fix. If this is the case, the only option you have is to delete the app and reinstall a fresh copy of YouTube TV. 

On Android, follow the steps below to reinstall YouTube TV. 

  1. First, go to your home screen and locate the YouTube TV app. 
  2. Now, tap and hold its app icon until you see the selection screen. 
  3. Lastly, tap on Uninstall to delete the YouTube TV app. 
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If you are on an iOS device, check out the guide below to reinstall YouTube TV. 

  1. On your home screen, find the YouTube TV app. 
  2. Now, hold down its app icon until the options screen appears. 
  3. Finally, tap on Remove App to delete it. 
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For Smart TVs, follow the guide below to reinstall YouTube TV. 

  1. On your TV, navigate to the home screen and find the YouTube TV app. 
  2. After that, highlight the app and press the Options/More button on your remote. 
  3. Lastly, select Uninstall and press Ok to continue. 

After deleting the YouTube TV app, visit the App Store or Play Store and reinstall the app from there. 

9. Check for Compatibility or Use An Alternative. 

The YouTube TV app is only available on a particular version or model of Smart TVs and streaming devices. If the app is not working on your device, try to verify if your model is included on the list of devices supported by YouTube TV

If your device is not supported by YouTube TV, you can also use streaming devices like Roku or Chromecast to play your favorite live channels on YouTube TV. 

10. Update Your Device. 

Your manufacturer may have released a new version of its operating system to support the YouTube TV app. If you have an old unit, try to check for software updates and hope that your manufacturer released a new version compatible with YouTube Tv. 

  1. First, open your Smart TV and navigate to its Settings page. 
  2. Now, go to About and open the Software Version tab. 
  3. Finally, click on Check for Updates and follow the on-screen prompts to install the latest version if available. 

Keep in mind that the steps mentioned above may vary depending on the model and brand of Smart TV you are using. 

This ends our guide on what to do if YouTube TV servers are down. If you know other ways to fix this issue, please share them in the comment section below. We’d be glad to give you credit for the solution once we update this article. 

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‘Still Processing’ Video Upload Issue on YouTube? Here’s The Fix https://www.saintlad.com/still-processing-video-upload-issue-on-youtube/ https://www.saintlad.com/still-processing-video-upload-issue-on-youtube/#respond Wed, 24 Feb 2021 21:22:21 +0000 https://www.saintlad.com/?p=96650 Are you experiencing the ‘Still Processing’ video upload issue on YouTube?  If you spend a lot of time…

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Are you experiencing the ‘Still Processing’ video upload issue on YouTube? 

If you spend a lot of time on YouTube, you probably know that streaming videos on the platform is way faster than other websites. To make this possible, YouTube uses advanced algorithms and compression to reduce each video’s size while keeping its quality. 

Compression of videos takes place when a content creator uploads a video on their channel. Before publishing it, YouTube still needs to work its magic on the video and apply its compression algorithm. 

However, this process can be time-consuming, especially when you are uploading high-resolution videos.

If you are a channel owner and experiencing the ‘Still Processing’ video upload issue on YouTube, we are here to help you out! 🙂

Today, we’ve decided to make a simple guide in fixing video upload issues on YouTube. 

Let’s get started!

1. Check YouTube’s Servers. 

Since you are communicating with YouTube’s servers when uploading videos, it is essential to check their servers’ status if you encounter problems during the upload. There are times when their servers go offline for scheduled maintenance or an unexpected error happened. 

Whatever the case is, you can check its status using third-party websites like Downdetector, which displays the current status of YouTube and the errors it encountered for the last 24 hours. 

You can also visit YouTube’s official Twitter page to know the latest news about the platform. 

2. Turn Off VPN. 

Uploading videos require a stable internet connection that can be hard to achieve if you use VPN services. VPNs are third-party tools that provide security on your network. It works by changing your IP address randomly to keep your data and identity private. 

However, this process makes it difficult for your device to communicate with YouTube’s servers to upload your video. 

If you encounter errors when uploading videos, disable your VPN and see if the problem goes away. 

3. Use PureVPN. 

Do you prefer using a VPN service while browsing online? Check out PureVPN!

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PureVPN is a virtual private network provider with 6500+ servers across the globe for optimized unparallel performance. PureVPN has many helpful features like split-tunneling, port forwarding, 256bit AES Encryption, and more!

With PureVPN, you are sure that your data is safe and protected online without dealing with network connectivity issues.

Besides, PureVPN also has 24/7 customer support available via phone, email, and live chats to help you with problems that you may encounter on the platform. 

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4. Check File Type and Size. 

Although YouTube supports most video formats and doesn’t have a limit on file size, they have recommended encoding settings to make the uploads faster. 

If you don’t want to wait for a long time for YouTube to process your video, it is ideal that you follow their recommended encoding settings. 

Visit their support page to learn more about the encoding settings that they recommend. 

5. Heavy Uploads Traffic. 

When uploading large video files on YouTube, you should avoid uploading during peak hours where everyone is on the platform. If most of your ISP’s users are online, you’ll probably have slow upload times on YouTube and other websites. 

In this case, you can try uploading videos at midnight, where there are fewer users online.

 

6. Re-Login to Your YouTube Studio Account. 

If your videos take too long to process, you can try signing out of your account and logging back in. A temporary error may have occurred on your account, and a simple refresh might be able to fix the issue. 

To sign out of your YouTube Studio account, see the steps below. 

  1. First, open your YouTube Studio account on your browser. 
  2. After that, click on your Profile icon from the top right corner of your display. 
  3. Lastly, click on Sign Out

Once done, wait for about 2 minutes before logging back in. Try to upload the video again afterward to check if the issue is solved. 

7. Delete Video and Try Again Later. 

Another way to fix the ‘Still Processing’ video upload issue on YouTube is by deleting the video you are trying to upload and try again after some time. YouTube’s servers may be experiencing problems, explaining why the upload won’t push through. 

still processing video upload issue on YouTube

Delete or cancel the video you are trying to upload, sign out of your YouTube Studio account, and try uploading it after a couple of hours. 

8. Convert the Video to A Different Format. 

A video’s format determines its size, affecting the time needed to upload and publish the video. If a video is taking too long to upload, try to convert it to another format that YouTube supports, like MP4, AVI, and WMV. 

Visit their support page to view the complete list of video formats supported on the platform. 

On the other hand, you can also visit this article to learn more about how long video processing takes on YouTube. 

9. Clear Your Browser Cache and Cookies. 

Video upload issues could also be due to problems that occurred on your browser. Browsers use temporary data called caches and cookies, which improves their performance when loading websites. 

However, these data can get corrupted anytime and cause errors on the websites you visit. To fix this, simply clear your browsing data to get rid of corrupted caches and cookies. 

  1. First, access the Settings page of your browser and scroll down to Privacy and Security
  2. After that, click on Clear Browsing Data to open it. 
  3. Now, click the checkbox next to ‘Cookies and Other Site Data’ and ‘Cached Images and Files’ to include them in the process. 
  4. Lastly, select All Time under the Time Range tab and hit the Clear Data button to start the process. 
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Once done, try to upload the video again on YouTube Studio. 

10. Disable Your Browser Extensions or Try Another Browser. 

If you are using browser extensions that manage uploads, try to turn it off when posting videos on YouTube Studio. The extension you are using might not be compatible with YouTube and interferes with how it works. 

To turn off browser extensions, see the steps below. 

  1. First, open your browser and click on the Options menu. 
  2. Now, click on Settings and open the Extensions tab. 
  3. Finally, turn off any extension that is related to uploads. 
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After that, go back to YouTube Studio and try to upload the video again.

On the other hand, you can also try using a different browser when uploading videos on YouTube Studio. Try using browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Opera, which use render engines that are well optimized for most websites. 

11. Check and Reset Your Internet. 

For the final method, try to check your network connection when you encounter video upload issues. Since videos are usually large in file size, a decent network connection is needed to upload them on YouTube’s servers. 

Perform a speed test on your network using Fast.com to measure its current upload and download bandwidth. 

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Restart your router if the test indicates that your connection is unstable or running slow. Find your router’s power chord and unplug it from the outlet for about 10 seconds. Once done, plug back in the power chord to restart your router. 

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After restarting your router, perform another test to check if your network is now running correctly. If you continue to experience issues with your network, contact your ISP and ask them to fix their service. 

This sums up our guide in fixing the ‘Still Processing’ video upload issue on YouTube. If you have other questions or concerns, kindly let us know in the comment section below, and we’ll do our best to help you out. 

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Are you just seeing a spinning circle on YouTube TV when playing videos?

As YouTube continues to grow, the company explores new ways to reach more people and meet their needs with new services like YouTube TV and YouTube Music. YouTube TV is a streaming service that lets you stream live TV channels like ESPN, FOX, CBN, and more. 

However, if you are reading this right now, you’re probably experiencing issues on the platform. 

The spinning circle problem on YouTube TV when watching live channels could indicate that your network is running slow or an issue with YouTube TV servers. 

Since the issue doesn’t point out a specific problem, troubleshooting can get confusing, especially if you don’t know where to start. 

In this case, we’ve decided to extend a helping hand and make a simplified guide in fixing the spinning circle issue on YouTube TV. 

Let’s dive right in!

1. Check YouTube TV’s Servers. 

Like any online platform, YouTube TV relies on its servers to deliver its services. If something is not right with the app, try to check their servers’ status using Downdetector. It is a third-party site that displays the current status of websites and the issues it has encountered for the past 24 hours.

On the other hand, you can also visit YouTube’s official Twitter page to get the latest news about the platform. 

2. Turn Off VPN. 

If you are using virtual private networks to keep your connection safe and private, try turning it off if you encounter problems on YouTube TV. VPNs work by masking your default IP address and filters your data through their servers before passing it to the websites you visit. 

Although this process works great for security purposes, it can also cause instability and delay on your network. 

If you just see a spinning circle on YouTube TV, try to disable your VPN and check if the problem goes away. 

3. Use PureVPN. 

Do you prefer using a VPN service while browsing online? Check out PureVPN!

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PureVPN is a virtual private network provider with 6500+ servers across the globe for optimized unparallel performance. PureVPN has many helpful features like split-tunneling, port forwarding, 256bit AES Encryption, and more!

With PureVPN, you are sure that your data is safe and protected online without dealing with network connectivity issues.

Besides, PureVPN also has 24/7 customer support available via phone, email, and live chats to help you with problems that you may encounter on the platform. 

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4. Restart Your Device. 

This method might look very simple but restarting your device does many things that you might not expect. When you restart your device, it reloads its operating system, eliminating any errors that may have occurred during run time. 

For Android users, check out the guide below to restart your device. 

  1. First, find the Power button of your device. 
  2. Now, press and hold it until the Power Options screen shows up. 
  3. Lastly, tap on Restart and wait for the process to complete. 
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If you are using an iOS device, see the steps below to restart it. 

  1. Locate your device’s Power button and hold it down until you see the ‘Slide to Power Off’ screen. 
  2. Now, drag the slider to the right until your screen turns black. 
  3. Once your device is completely turned off, tap the Power button to restart it. 
spinning circle issue on YouTube TV

On Smart TVs, follow the steps below to restart it. 

  1. First, get your TV’s remote and press the Power button to turn it off. 
  2. Now, unplug the power cable of your TV for about 10 seconds before plugging it back in. 
  3. Lastly, press the Power button on your TV’s remote again to turn it on. 

After restarting your device, go back to YouTube TV and check if the issue is solved. 

5. Power Cycle Your Device (Chromecast, TV, Other Streaming Devices).

In some cases, the device you are using to stream YouTube TV could be in an error state. Thankfully, this is very common on electronic devices, and there’s nothing to worry about. 

These devices create temporary data while in use, which can get corrupted anytime. If this happens, you’ll probably encounter random errors and issues on the platform. 

To fix this, try to power cycle your device to reset its temporary data. See the steps below to perform a power cycle. 

  1. First, make sure that your streaming device is turned off properly. 
  2. After that, unplug your device from its power source. If it has a battery, remove it if possible. 
  3. Now, allow your device to rest for about 2-3 minutes
  4. Finally, plug back in your device and turn it on to complete the power cycle. 

Once done, go back to YouTube TV and see if the problem is solved. 

6. Check for Updates. 

YouTube developers release timely updates on the YouTube TV app to ensure that it is running correctly. Patches are released to address bugs and errors that may have occurred on the app. 

However, if you haven’t updated the YouTube TV app on your Smart TV, you can expect that problems may occur anytime. To fix this, simply update the app to the latest version to get the needed patch for the error. 

If you own an Android TV, updating applications is pretty straightforward. Follow the steps below to guide you on the process. 

  1. First, open the Play Store on your TV and search for YouTube TV
  2. Now, select YouTube TV using your remote. 
  3. If available, click on the Update button to install the latest version of the software. 

On the other hand, if you own a Smart TV or similar device, updating applications may vary from model to model. In this case, we suggest that you refer to the user manual to learn how you can update applications on your device. 

7. Check and Reset Your Internet. 

The spinning circle issue on YouTube TV can also be due to your network connection. Streaming videos online requires a decent internet connection, and your network could be running slow at the moment. 

To verify this, try to run a speed test using Fast.com to measure its current upload and download speed. 

spinning circle issue on YouTube TV

If the result shows that your connection is running slow, try to restart your router to refresh the link with your service provider’s servers. 

spinning circle issue on YouTube TV

Once done, re-run the test to see if the restart solved the problem. Contact your ISP immediately if you continue to encounter issues with your network. 

8. Delete YouTube TV and Reinstall It. 

If updating the application was not able to resolve the issue, you can try reinstalling YouTube TV. Some of its files may have gotten corrupted beyond repair, and the only option you have is to delete and reinstall the app. 

On Android, follow the steps below to reinstall YouTube TV. 

  1. First, go to your home screen and locate the YouTube TV app. 
  2. Now, tap and hold its app icon until you see the selection screen. 
  3. Lastly, tap on Uninstall to delete the YouTube TV app. 
spinning circle issue on YouTube TV

If you are on an iOS device, check out the guide below to reinstall YouTube TV. 

  1. On your home screen, find the YouTube TV app. 
  2. Now, hold down its app icon until the options screen appears. 
  3. Finally, tap on Remove App to delete it. 
spinning circle issue on YouTube TV

For Smart TVs, follow the guide below to reinstall YouTube TV. 

  1. On your TV, navigate to the home screen and find the YouTube TV app. 
  2. After that, highlight the app and press the Options/More button on your remote. 
  3. Lastly, select Uninstall and press Ok to continue. 

Once done, go to the App Store or Play Store and reinstall the YouTube TV app from there.

 

9. Check for Compatibility. 

Since you are streaming live TV through the internet, Google uses specific modules that may not support older devices. If you just see a spinning circle on YouTube TV, go ahead and visit the list of their compatible devices and make sure that the TV you are using is supported. 

If your Smart TV is no longer supported, consider using streaming devices like Chromecast or Roku to enjoy YouTube TV. 

10. Check for Software Updates. 

Similar to what is mentioned above, your Smart TV’s operating system might be outdated and incompatible with YouTube TV. To fix this, try to update your Smart TV and hope that the manufacturer released a new OS for your TV. 

To check for updates, see the steps below. 

  1. First, open your Smart TV and navigate to its Settings page. 
  2. Now, go to About and open the Software Version tab. 
  3. Finally, click on Check for Updates and follow the on-screen prompts to install the latest version if available. 

Do take note that the steps above may vary depending on the model of Smart TV you have. You should check your user manual to know the exact steps for your device. 

Once done, go back to YouTube TV and try to play a video again. 

This brings us to the end of our guide in fixing the spinning circle issue on YouTube TV. If you have other concerns, please let us know in the comment section below, and we’ll do our best to accommodate them. 

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YouTube Autoplay in Playlists Not Working? Here’s The Fix https://www.saintlad.com/autoplay-not-working-on-youtube-playlists/ https://www.saintlad.com/autoplay-not-working-on-youtube-playlists/#respond Wed, 24 Feb 2021 21:02:52 +0000 https://www.saintlad.com/?p=96642 Trying to figure out why autoplay is not working on YouTube playlists? If you spend a lot of…

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Trying to figure out why autoplay is not working on YouTube playlists?

If you spend a lot of time on YouTube, you probably have a dedicated playlist for your favorite videos or follow a specific channel’s playlist. Finding your favorite videos is faster with YouTube playlists since you just need to look in one place. 

Besides, the autoplay feature on YouTube also works on playlists, making your watching experience even better. 

Unfortunately, the autoplay feature is probably not working on YouTube playlists if you’re here right now. 

On most occasions, this problem is caused by a glitch or error that may have occurred on the platform. However, server related problems and network connection issues should also be considered when dealing with this problem. 

To make it easier for you, we’ve decided to make a simple guide on what you should do if autoplay is not working on YouTube playlists. 

Let’s get started, shall we? 

1. Check YouTube Servers. 

The first thing that you should do when YouTube is not working is to check its servers. There are times when it encounters unexpected errors, or YouTube’s team is conducting maintenance. 

Whatever the case is, you can use third-party sites like Downdetector to determine the current state of YouTube’s servers. 

On the other hand, you can also visit YouTube’s official Twitter page to get more updates about the issue.

Unfortunately, server related issues are mostly fixable on YouTube’s end, but you can still try the methods below and see if anything works out for you. 

2. Toggle On/Off AutoPlay and Log Out of Your YouTube Account. 

If the autoplay feature does not work on YouTube playlists, try to toggle the autoplay switch On/Off. It is possible that a random error just occurred on the switch where it’s shown as turned on, but it is off.

If you’re on a browser, you can find the Autoplay switch inside the video controls tab beside the Settings button. 

For mobile users, the Autoplay switch is at the top of the video controls tab beside Cast Screen. 

You can also navigate to Account > Settings > Autoplay and toggle the On/Off switch from there. 

If autoplay is still not working, you can try using YouTube with your account signed out. Check out our detailed guide to learn more on how you can sign out your YouTube account.

 

3. Using Firefox? Change the Permissions. 

Firefox has a feature that automatically blocks any video or media file that plays automatically on your browser. Thankfully, the feature can be turned off easily inside the settings page. 

Check out the steps below to guide you on the process. 

  1. First, open Firefox on your system and go to its Settings page. 
  2. Now, click on Privacy & Security and look for Autoplay
  3. After that, open Autoplay and click the drop-down menu. 
  4. Next, select Allow Audio and Video
  5. Finally, click on Save Changes and refresh the page.

Try to play a video and see if the autoplay feature is now working. 

4. Turn Off Muted Playback (Mobile Devices Only).

For some unknown reason, YouTube’s latest feature that mutes the previews on your feed messes up the platform’s autoplay feature. Based on what we’ve found out, turning off muted playback helps in fixing autoplay on YouTube. 

Follow the steps below to turn off muted playback. 

  1. First, launch the YouTube app on your device and tap on your Profile
  2. Now, tap on Settings
  3. After that, tap on General and find Mute Playback in Feeds
  1. Lastly, disable the feature and restart the app. 

Once done, watch a few videos to check if the autoplay feature is now working. 

5. Try Using PureVPN. 

Do you prefer using a VPN service while browsing online? Check out PureVPN!

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PureVPN is a virtual private network provider with 6500+ servers across the globe for optimized unparallel performance. PureVPN has many helpful features like split-tunneling, port forwarding, 256bit AES Encryption, and more!

With PureVPN, you are sure that your data is safe and protected online without dealing with network connectivity issues.

Besides, PureVPN also has 24/7 customer support available via phone, email, and live chats to help you with problems that you may encounter on the platform. 

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6. Check for Updates. 

Problems occurring on the YouTube app could be a sign that it needs to be updated. YouTube releases timely updates on its app to ensure that issues are patched, and it’s optimized for most devices. Besides performance issues, you are also risking your security when running an outdated version of any application. 

On Android, you can update YouTube by doing the following: 

  1. First, open the Google Play Store on your device and navigate to the side menu. 
  2. After that, check for updates by tapping on My Apps & Games
  3. Finally, tap on the Update button to install the latest version of YouTube
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For iOS users, see the steps below to update YouTube. 

  1. Go to your home screen and open the App Store
  2. Inside the App Store, locate and tap on your Profile icon from the top right corner of your screen. 
  3. Lastly, tap the Update button beside YouTube to install the update. 
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Once done, go back to YouTube and check if the autoplay feature is now working. 

7. Clear Your Browser Cache and Cookies. 

Browser cache and cookies are temporary data used by your browser to improve its performance when loading previously visited websites. However, these data can accumulate over time and get corrupted. 

In this case, you may experience all sorts of problems on the websites you visit, like YouTube. 

To fix this, simply clear your browsing data to eliminate corrupted caches and cookies. 

  1. First, open your default browser and click on the Options button located at the top right corner of your window. 
  2. Now, click on Settings and scroll down to Privacy and Security
  3. After that, click on Clear Browsing Data and ensure that caches and cookies are included in the process. 
  4. Lastly, change the Time Range to All Time and hit the Clear Data button to start. 
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Once you’ve cleared your browsing data, go back to YouTube to check if the autoplay feature is now working correctly. 

8. Disable Browser Extensions. 

Extensions are third-party tools or programs installed on your browser to bring additional features to some websites. If you are using browser extensions that control video playback, consider turning them off. 

  1. First, open the Settings page on your browser. 
  2. Inside the settings, click on the Extensions tab to view your browser extensions. 
  3. Lastly, identify all the browser extensions that are related to video playback and turn them off. 
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Try to watch another video on YouTube afterward and see if the autoplay feature is now working. 

9. Disable DRM on Your Browser. 

DRM or Digital Rights Management is a tool used by your browser to restrict the use of copyrighted materials online. As it turns out, the autoplay feature on YouTube might fail if you have DRM enabled on your browser. 

To fix this, simply turn off the DRM feature on your browser. 

  1. First, open your browser and navigate to its settings. 
  2. Now, click on Privacy and Security and open Site Settings
  3. After that, expand Additional Content Settings and click on Protected Content.
  4. Lastly, turn off the feature and reload your browser. 

Once done, go back to YouTube and try to play another video. 

You can also visit our dedicated guide if you are having a hard time finding the autoplay button on YouTube. 

This brings us to the end of our guide in fixing autoplay not working on YouTube playlists. If you know other ways to address this issue, please let us know in the comment section below. We’d be glad to give you credit for the solution once we update this article. 

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