Turn YouTube into a podcast player. Listen to videos without watching - save bandwidth, reduce distractions, extend battery life.
Users
60
+28 in 30 days
Rating
0.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
0
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#102K
#85K among extensions
Version
1.1.2
updated 30 Jan 2026
Users
monthly, 9 months
Latest, 19 Oct 2026:60 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 9 months
Latest, 19 Oct 2026:0 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About PodTube - Audio Only for YouTube
Transform YouTube into an audio-first experience. PodTube lets you listen to any video without the visual distraction - perfect for podcasts, lectures, music, and more.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
- Podcast listeners who watch video podcasts on YouTube
- Students listening to lectures and tutorials
- Music lovers using YouTube as a streaming platform
- Multitaskers who listen while working, commuting, or exercising
- Anyone who wants to reduce screen time while still enjoying content
FEATURES
- One-click toggle: Click the headphones icon in the YouTube player to switch modes instantly
- Blur mode: Video content is blurred out while audio continues playing
- Speed control: Adjust playback from 0.75x to 2x with slider or preset buttons
- Keyboard shortcut: Press Shift+A to toggle audio mode instantly
- YouTube sync: Works with native > and < speed shortcuts
- Bandwidth saver: Automatically sets video to lowest quality, reducing data usage
- Battery friendly: Less video decoding means longer battery life on laptops and phones
HOW TO USE
1. Go to any YouTube video
2. Click the headphones icon OR press Shift+A to enable audio mode
3. Use the speed slider or presets to adjust playback speed
4. The video will blur and quality will drop to minimum - enjoy the audio!
5. Click again or press Shift+A to restore normal video playback
PRIVACY FIRST
PodTube does NOT:
- Collect any personal data
- Track your viewing habits
- Send data to external servers
- Require any account or login
SUPPORT
Having issues or have suggestions? Contact us at support@brighteng.org