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Bypass Age Restrictions on YouTube Videos: 8 Simple Methods

Last Updated: July 23, 2023 Fact Checked

This article was written by Luigi Oppido and by wikiHow staff writer, Megaera Lorenz, PhD . Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 3,058,908 times.

Do you want to watch age-restricted YouTube videos? The best way to do so is to create a new 18+ Google account to use for watching these videos, but there are also some tools you can use to bypass age restrictions without an account in a pinch. This article will show you the easiest ways to watch age-restricted videos, including how to do so without verifying your age when you can't (or don't want to) sign in to YouTube.

Things You Should Know

  • Sign in with an adult Google account. If you live in the USA or use a VPN server based there, you won't be asked to verify your age when you create a new account.
  • Download the video to your computer. You'll be able to watch it restriction-free once you've downloaded it.
  • Turn off content restrictions in the app. If you already have an 18+ YouTube account but you're running into issues, you may have restricted mode switched on.

Create a YouTube account with the right age.

The easiest method is to sign in with an adult Google account.

  • If you're in the United States, you won't be asked to supply an ID to verify your age. However, many countries have stricter age requirements for creating Google accounts. [1] X Research source
  • If you're creating a new account in Europe or another region with age restrictions on Google accounts, you'll be asked to prove your age with a credit card or government-issued ID. [2] X Research source You can avoid this by signing up from a US-based IP address, such as through a VPN (a free trial will do the trick) or the Tor web browser.
  • If you're using a computer, phone, or tablet with parental restrictions and can't create a new Google account , you can do so from any other computer, phone, or tablet.

Use a proxy service.

Proxy websites reroute the video through a server with no restrictions.

  • Some services, such as NordVPN, ProxySite, and Stop Censoring Me offer encrypted proxies. Many of these services are free to use.
  • In many cases, all you need to do is open the proxy website and copy and paste the URL of the YouTube video into the appropriate text box on the website.
  • Keep in mind that VPNs might not always work for YouTube.

Install the TamperMonkey browser extension and a Greasyfork script.

This method may let you bypass age restrictions without signing in.

  • This will allow you to get around the restriction by automatically sending your traffic through a private proxy server.

Be cautious using the “NSFW YouTube” method.

You can watch some YouTube videos by adding “NSFW” to the URL.

  • Websites like NSFWYouTube may display aggressive popup ads or try to install malware on your computer. Make sure you have a good adblocker and security software installed before trying this method.
  • This technique might not work for every age-restricted video. If it doesn’t, try replacing the “youtube.com” part of the URL with “listenonrepeat.com” instead. Keep in mind that this method is also not completely reliable.

Download the video to your device.

This is a good option if you want to watch age-restricted videos offline.

  • Some of these downloaders, such as 4K Video Downloader, bypass age restrictions by having you log in via the app rather than directly through the YouTube website. This means you will still need an 18+ Google account to download the content. However, once you have the video, you can watch it any time you like without limitations.

Turn off content restrictions in the YouTube app.

This method only works if you’re signed in.

  • If you’re on an iPhone, iPad, or Android device, open the YouTube app and log in if you haven’t already. Tap your profile picture at the top right, tap Settings , then select General . Touch the toggle button next to Restricted Mode to turn it off or on.
  • On a desktop computer, visit http://www.youtube.com and sign in if you haven’t already. Click your profile picture in the top right side of the window, then click Restricted Mode at the bottom of the screen. Click Activate Restricted Mode in the box that opens up to turn Restricted Mode off or on.

Be aware that many popular methods no longer work.

YouTube’s content restrictions are becoming harder to bypass.

  • Replacing the “watch?v=” part of the video URL with “embed/”.
  • Using a third-party client, such as NewPipe, FreeTube, VLC Media Player, or Invidious, to watch age-restricted YouTube videos.
  • Downloading age-restricted videos onto your device (although there may still be a few downloaders that can bypass the restrictions).

Use safety precautions when trying these methods.

Some methods for bypassing YouTube’s age restrictions are risky.

Community Q&A

Community Answer

  • Don't try to get past age restrictions at school or work. You wouldn't want your teacher or boss to see the video you're watching. You could face disciplinary action if you are caught. Thanks Helpful 4 Not Helpful 1
  • Make sure to clear your browser history or browse in incognito mode if you don't want anyone to see that you watched the video. Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 0
  • Don't try doing this if you are under legal age or it is illegal to view NSFW (not safe for work) content in your area or region. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 7
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How to Watch Flagged YouTube Videos Without Logging In

Want to watch age-restricted or NSFW YouTube videos without logging in? Use these methods to help bypass YouTube's age restriction.

If you want to watch an NSFW YouTube video, you have to be logged in to your Google account first. The problem is you can't always log in. Maybe you're on a shared computer, or it's just too much hassle when you only want to watch a two-minute clip.

Google has really tightened up its restrictions on watching NSFW YouTube videos without signing in, and you might need to verify your age even if you are signed in. But there are still a few options you can try to see if they work for you. Let's take a look.

Google frequently blocks new methods of bypassing age restrictions on YouTube. The ones in this article are listed in order of their likelihood of working, so #1 is your best bet. We've left all the old methods here for reference, and you can try them if you need to, although they're unlikely to work anymore.

1. Install a Tampermonkey Browser Script

The best way to bypass age restrictions on YouTube is to install the Tampermonkey browser extension along with a script called "Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass".

It sounds complicated, but it isn't. You just need to be using a desktop browser. It officially supports Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari, Opera Next, and Firefox, but we tested it on Brave and it worked just fine there, too.

Tampermonkey is an extension that allows you to customize and enhance the performance of websites. To set it up:

  • Go to tampermonkey.net .
  • Select the browser you're using from the bar of tabs along the top (choose Chrome for Brave or other Chromium-based browsers).

With that done, you can now install the script that will let you watch restricted videos without logging in. The Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass script is open-source, and you can view it on GitHub . However, for ease of use, we recommend downloading it from the script site greasyfork.org:

  • Go to the relevant page on greasyfork.org .
  • Click Install this script .

The tab will close instantly, and the script should be installed. Now load up your restricted YouTube video to check that it works.

To delete the script, open the Tampermonkey extension from your browser's toolbar, select Dashboard , then click the trash icon alongside the script name.

2. Try the Invidious YouTube Client

The previous best option for watching NSFW videos was the alternative YouTube browser client Invidious . This runs in any web browser, just like regular YouTube does, so you can search for your videos and play them as normal. You can also grab the URL of any particular YouTube video and paste it directly into the search box.

If videos don't play in the standard browser window, try clicking the Download button to the side. This doesn't actually download the video but attempts to open it in a new tab, which sometimes works, although it's often disabled. You can also click Switch Invidious Instance if you have problems. This will let you choose an alternative version of the Invidious site.

3. Install a New YouTube App

The next option you can try is to install a new YouTube app on your laptop or phone. This is obviously less convenient, as it means you cannot watch the videos in your browser, but it can work well. The good thing about apps is that they tend to be updated regularly, although there's no guarantee they will always work for restricted videos.

FreeTube for Windows, Mac, and Linux, along with NewPipe and SkyTube—both for Android—are among the apps you can use. They're all free, and all open-source, which should help relieve any security concerns you might have. They're easy to use—just search and play your videos as you would using the normal YouTube tools.

Download: FreeTube for Windows (Free)

Download: NewPipe for Android (Free)

Download: SkyTube for Android (Free)

4. Two Tools to Watch NSFW YouTube Videos

There are a couple of websites that were once able to let you watch age-restricted YouTube videos without signing in.

  • NSFWYouTube
  • Listen On Repeat

The small YouTube URL trick they use to bypass the block no longer appears to work, but here are the instructions if you wish to try it anyway.

  • Visit YouTube and load up the video you want to watch.
  • If you're prompted to sign in, click in the address bar at the top of your browser window instead.
  • Alternatively, change youtube.com to listenonrepeat.com .
  • Hit Enter to continue.
  • You'll now be taken to either of those websites to watch your video. You won't need to sign in to your account to view them.

5. Hack the YouTube URL

Another old method to try and watch NSFW YouTube videos without logging in has also been blocked. As with the previous option, this method involves changing the address to the video in your browser's address bar. But this time it doesn't take you away from the official YouTube website.

Changes to YouTube's age verification system mean that this approach no longer works, but we'll leave the instructions here for reference.

  • Load up the age-restricted video you want to watch.
  • Click in the address bar in your browser.
  • Hit Enter and the video will fill your browser window. Just click Play to watch it.

This is one of the areas that Google has focussed on when restricting videos. You're now likely to be redirected to the YouTube site where you have to log in. Sometimes you'll see a YouTube Playback ID error, which you might be able to fix using these tips for when YouTube isn't working .

A Few More YouTube Tricks

With Google tightening up the age restrictions, there's no guarantee that these tools will work, or for how long. If you find yourself watching a lot of blocked videos, at some point you're just going to have to bite the bullet and verify your age.

Watching NSFW videos without signing in isn't the only way to bypass some of YouTube's restrictions. You can also download specific portions of videos, or skip sponsored segments in the middle of clips.

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How to watch age-restricted content on YouTube without signing in to your Google account

Do you use YouTube without signing in to your account? Have you ever come across an age-restricted video that prompts you to log in to watch the content? We have some workarounds for this annoyance.

Videos on YouTube can have age-restrictions based on the content in the media, e.g. violence, nudity, disturbing images, profanity, etc., which are not appropriate for kids. Martin has a tutorial that shows you how to access age-restricted content on YouTube, but it requires you to sign in to your Google account. I'm going to show you a few ways to bypass these restrictions without using a Google account.

Ever since Google started showing anti ad block banners on YouTube, I've been using the streaming service without signing in to my account. I created a separate container for YouTube on Firefox, and have been using it ever since. I reset my PC recently, and lost some settings that I had saved in some applications, including some customizations and tweaks that I had applied to the browser. Today, I opened YouTube to watch the Developer Direct 2024 video that was streamed last night, to see the new games that were announced at the Xbox showcase event. But, YouTube asked me to sign in to my account, because it is an age restricted video.

Sign in to confirm your age - YouTube

Yeah, I'm not doing that. That's when I remembered I had forgotten to set up some userscripts in Violentmonkey, a userscript manager extension for browsers.

First method - With a userscript

The first method involves using an userscript called Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass. Here's how to install it in Firefox and Chrome.

1. Install one of the following extensions: Violentmonkey ( Firefox , Chrome ), Greasemonkey or FireMonkey .

2. Go to the GitHub page for Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass , and scroll down to the userscript section to get the link for the userscript. Click on it.

how to Install Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass

3. Your userscript manager will open a new tab, where you can choose to install the script. Do so.

Install Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass

4. That's it, you can now access age-restricted content on YouTube even when you are not signed in to your account.

Warning: Do NOT use Tampermonkey. It is closed source (not updated since v2.9 in 2013). I recommend Violentmonkey, or Greasemonkey or FireMonkey. All three extensions are open source, but only Violentmonkey is available for Firefox and Chrome, the other two add-ons are only available for Firefox.

Note: According to the author of the userscript, the script uses a proxy to unlock some video information, but it does not send your personal data to the server (no IP Address or account details are sent). Only the video ID and some information like the version of the YouTube website. I cannot access the privacy policy of the proxy's server, it throws an error.

Method 2 - Using YouTube clients

If you don't want to use the script, there are some alternative ways that you can watch age-restricted videos via Piped, FreeTube or Invidious or NewPipe.

Piped - Piped is a privacy-friendly YouTube frontend that you can access via any web browser on any operating system, and watch videos without ads. Simply paste the URL of a YouTube video, or use the search bar to find the video that you want and watch it. It even displays the comments from YouTube. Example: https://piped.video/watch?v=ELFSdlFmDNI.

Piped YouTube front-end privacy friendly

Invidious - It is similar to Piped, but Invidious has several instances (servers) around the globe. Select a server, paste a URL or search for a video, and the player will unlock the restricted video for you. Example: https://iv.melmac.space/watch?v=ELFSdlFmDNI.

Invidious YouTube front-end privacy friendly

FreeTube - FreeTube is a YouTube app for Windows, macOS and Linux. The open source program blocks ads and sponsored sections on YouTube, and lets you watch age-restricted videos without an account. You can also use the app to download videos.

FreeTube YouTube client for Windows Linux and macOS

NewPipe - NewPipe is an open source YouTube client for Android devices. It allows you to watch videos without ads, and also removes age-restrictions automatically. The app can be used to download videos or audio content from the streaming service.

NewPipe YouTube client for Android

Yattee - Yattee is a YouTube client for iOS, iPadOS macOS and tvOS. Follow the instructions given here to install the open source app and configure it to work with your iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple TV. The app is based on Piped.

Yattee YouTube client for Android

Note: Add-ons like Skip Redirect may interfere with the third-party services like Invidious and open the video on YouTube. You can whitelist the sites in the add-on's settings to prevent the issue from happening.

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In the very first sentence of this article you pose the assumption that everyone has a google account.

I find this disturbing.

In the article: “Warning: Do NOT use Tampermonkey. It is closed source (not updated since v2.9 in 2013).”

It may be closed source but as far as I can see Tampermonkey has active updates. Latest just a couple of weeks ago. https://www.tampermonkey.net/changelog.php?version=5.0.1&ext=fire

The first point still stands. It used to be opensource but it’s now closed source, no benefit to anyone else but the author. Tampermonkey also collects “anonymous” data. No thanks.

Violent Monkey does not collect any data.

Youtube has been messing with invidious instances lately, very slow to load and some videos just don’t load.

Quoting the article, “Invidious – It is similar to Piped, but Invidious has several instances (servers) around the globe.”

Invidious has several instances, indeed : [https://docs.invidious.io/instances/] But Piped as well : [https://github.com/TeamPiped/Piped/wiki/Instances]

Be it Invidious or Piped, some instances work better than others, and some instances don’t work at all.

Invidious, Piped and instances of other front-ends, monitored for their availability & functionality : [https://farside.link/] : links to instances not relying on Cloudflare servers [https://cf.farside.link/] : inks to instances including those relying on Cloudflare servers.

Thanks for the list Tom Hawack. I came to Ghacks looking for an alternative to yewtu.be because I couldn’t load any links this morning.

The first Piped instance worked, but the next four all displayed a Cloudflare warning that the host was offline. I found a few others that worked, but they’re all dark mode which I don’t like.

But several Invidious instances worked without a problem so I’ll stick with that I think.

Nice article!

Isn’t this illegal? Politicians make websites block access to things like that for a reason, and it’s not right for a news site to share ways to break laws. It’s one thing if it’s a person on an anonymous website comments section saying it but another entirely when it’s the people running the site themselves doing it.

No, it’s not illegal. I’m regularly annoyed by this Google restriction, and it’s not because I watch porn. News items are regularly blocked by this rule.

As you can imagine, news reports are not only about puppies frolicking and birds chirping. There’s quite a bit of violence in them, because that’s what makes them newsworthy.

There’s no way I’m connecting to my Gmail account just to watch a ten second video related to something important which happened somewhere in the world. What I’m watching on the web is none of Google’s business.

@ASHWIN, thanks for the article.

Personally, I’ve been using the “Violentmonkey” extension + the “Simple Youtube age restriction bypass” script for several years and I’m very satisfied.

As for the other option you recommend – using “piped.video” – I know about that option, but at least for me it doesn’t offer 2160p viewing. Here’s a picture: [ https://i.postimg.cc/RhqbvQd3/No-2160p.png ]. But somehow my file downloader allows me from the piped.video site to download the clip in 2160p.

As for the program “Freetube” – I know it, I used it for 1-2 years several times, but it seems that its development has stopped. That’s how it seems to me…

@sal, > “As for the other option you recommend – using “piped.video” – I know about that option, but at least for me it doesn’t offer 2160p viewing.”

If, as I mentioned, default video quality can be set in Piped/preferences, of course it depends of the very video’s native max quality. Concerning the test video mentioned in the article [https://piped.video/watch?v=ELFSdlFmDNI] and to which your screenshot refers as well, video qualities available per-video may depend as well of the Piped instance and of the Piped instance’s chosen api (/preferences/Instance) : [piped.video] default api is it’s own [kavin.rocks (official) which means [pipedapi.kavin.rocks]

Choose another api, or another instance/instance api may bring better results. For instance, the video displayed with [piped.privacydev.net] and the api set to [smnz-de] allows 2160p [https://piped.privacydev.net/watch?v=ELFSdlFmDNI] Screenshot : [https://img.justpaste.me/image/11001]

In my experience the most important is less the Piped instance you use then the Piped instance’s api (/preferences/Instance).

@Tom Hawack I did what you advised but it still only gives me 1080p at most.

More interestingly, I tested in another browser which has no settings and is absolutely clean and again only offers 1080p at most. (Does the monitor matter – mine is 1080p?).

@Tom Hawack, can I ask again that you back up your settings and provide them to me? I’ll be following this thread waiting for you to chime in. :}

I use exclusively these two Piped instances : – [https://piped.privacydev.net/] in France – [https://piped.seitan-ayoub.lol/] in Germany

I use quasi exclusively these two Piped apis : – [piped.adminforge.de] (=adminforge.de in Piped/Preferences/Instance) (Germany) – [piped.smnz.de] (=smnz.de in Piped/Preferences/Instance) (Germany)

Here is my preferences.json established from [https://piped.privacydev.net/preferences] : [https://filebin.net/tlg9lobo6mcv2v7r] : expires 6 days from 2024.01.20, 14:26 GMT

Hope that helps. I admit the whole thing appears complex, in that not all instances and not all instances’ api instance render the same quality. Everyone (Piped, Invidious) is desperately trying to do the best, only testing/experiencing has led me to a statistic approach of what works the best — here, for me — on the long term.

@Tom Hawack, thanks for the file. No, it doesn’t seem difficult or complicated. It’s just a matter of tests you’ve done and you have more experience.

Even with your archived file, testing absolutely everything you wrote as directions, only up to 1080p is available to me. I’m not sure what’s causing it, but I don’t have an explanation yet…

Maybe because you’re using Piped default video quality. Have you had a look at [Piped Instance]/preferences/Default Quality? [https://img.justpaste.me/image/11000] Default quality climbs to 4320p …

@Tom Hawack, yes, yes, I have it set right there in the settings to 4320p, but for this particular clip I’m not being offered more than 1080p. I need to investigate why that is.

@Tom Hawack, you are always very helpful and always offer great alternatives. You have my respect. :}

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Option 1: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction with NSFW

This option is by far the fastest way to override the age restriction and requires little more than adding a few letters to the start of the URL. The letters NSFW stand for ‘Not Safe For Work’. With this option you should be aware that as you have changed the URL. you will be changing websites. The instructions below will have the video playing in no time.

  •   Got to the restricted video clip as shown below.

Youtube-clip-restriction

  • In the address bar, you will see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI
  • You want to insert the letters NSFW between the www. and youtube.com as shown below.
  • https://www. NSFW youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI
  • Press Enter to watch the clip.

Please note that if you are using a mobile device the URL in the address bar might be different. For example, the above address on a mobile would look like http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI which you should change to http://m. NSFW youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI

Option 2: Bypass Age Restriction with YouTube Embed

The embed option overrides the YouTube age restriction rules that apply to clips by changing the URL to an embedded link. Embeddable links do not have any restrictions associated with them so the clip should play. Please note the clip may play in full screen with this method.

how to get passed youtube age restriction

  • In the address bar, you will see the address of your video which should look something like this  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI
  • You should delete watch?v= from the link and replace with embed/
  • The new embeddable link should look like this https://www.youtube.com/ embed/ ApRGNwSvsnI
  • Click Play.

Option 3: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction using Listen On Repeat

Once again we are hoping to bypass the YouTube age restrictions by changing the link. This time we are using the listen on repeat feature of YouTube to get around the restrictions.

  • In the address bar, you will see the address of your video which should look something like this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI
  • Add the word repeat to the link after the word youtube so that it looks like the link below
  • https://www.youtube repeat .com/embed/ApRGNwSvsnI

Please note that if the video clip does not play automatically using this method. You may still be able to play the clip by using the search box at the top of the Listen On Repeat website to find the clip you want.

Option 4: Use a Proxy Website to Remove Age Restrictions

Although it is possible to use proxy websites to view censored or age-restricted content. We feel this is the least safe method for viewing age-restricted Youtube content.  There are a number of Proxy Sites you can use, however, we do not advise using this method and provide instructions that you may only use at your own risk.

  • You should open a new tab by clicking the plus symbol as shown below.

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  • Type https://www.proxysite.com/ into the address bar
  • Then copy the YouTube link from the previous address bar into the Enter URL box on the Proxysite website as shown below.

Free Proxy Site

Option 5: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction using PWN

Much like the first option, we can bypass the YouTube Age restrictions by adding a few letters to the start of the URL.  The letters PWN prefix the word YouTube in the clips address as shown in the instructions below.

  • You want to insert the letters PWN between the www. and youtube.com as shown below.
  • https://www. PWN youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI

You should note you changing websites from YouTube.com to deturl.com with this method.

Option 6: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction using FreeTube

FreeTube is an open source free app that you can download and install on your computer. It allows you to view YouTube content without being tracked or age restricted by YouTube.

To download FreeTube use this link  https://freetubeapp.io/#download. Once downloaded you can follow the instructions below:

  • Got to the restricted video clip as shown below.
  • In the address bar, copy the link to the clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI
  • Open Freetube on you computer.

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  • Past the link of the restricted YouTube clip into the Search box on FreeTube
  • The clip will play automatically in the app.

There is often a valid reason for age restrictions on YouTube or other social sharing websites. If there are children around or you are at your place of work or school then please use the 5 options provided with care.

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BTW the youtube nsfw bypass doesn’t work anymore.

If you try watching videos that way it I’ll just not play them, even those that weren’t restricted in the first place…

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Seems to me that the whole youtube age restriction is google data mining. Taking peoples credit card or passport details and we’re supposed to trust google to not keep it and to keep it safe. It’s not like there haven’t been huge data breaches in the past. Freetube still works for now at least.

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Youtube is basically censoring content for the next up coming generation. Why is that nearly that talks about the true China, or talks about big war crimes committed in poorer countries is censored for a whole f*king generation. I am just trying to watch New York Times videos, or videos about the life in China, like “How China ruined Hong Kong” by BMOnus, and I can’t. This is just modern propaganda, softening a whole generation.

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Option 5 still works 🙂

…for now at least!

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to directly see them, it doesn’t. At least for me. I think I can download them still though, but that’s not a solution for me

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Option 5 works for me ^^ Thank you so much

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Age-restricted videos are hard to watch if you are not signed in. I usually rely on this kind of article whenever I am receiving errors. And sometime I download them using a free online video downloader.

My friend suggested this article to me to download age-restricted video however I am not a tech-savvy person I made mistake a few more times before I was able to do it. I actually use an online video downloader by acethinker to do the downloading process. And if they are hard to get videos I usually rely on some articles like this.

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I don’t know what it’s connected with, well this is sheer nonsense, you guys went to the tunnels, youtube did that shit with age restrictions, don’t you have enough of my account? Why should I search the internet now how to watch these ******* videos? youtube is wasting time looking for this ****. And why do I have to provide my ID or credit card to “prove my age” before they can watch videos tagged as adult content. Needless to say, I have no intention of submitting my ID card to Google, and I don’t want to give my credit card to a service that twists my hand.

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exactly! Im too paranoid to provide them my ID or card, i dont even use my real name or birthday to protect my identity wtf are they thinking

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The fact we even have to do this is complete garbage, why should youtube be a safe space when parents can just be parents and monitor their children and besides for adolescents younger than 13 there is always youtube kids, complete and utter nonsense now adays.

first adpocolypses, then ads over none-profit videos, and now age ristrictions.

what’s most frustrating about it is that there is already an age restriction functionality on youtube, granted it can easily be found with a simple look on the settings which a child can easily turn off, but it isn’t the creators or the company’s fault.

They entrust the user and parent of said user to monitor their watch list.

So at the end of it all, youtube is bending the knee to entitled parents who need to learn either a way to monitor or have a better way of monitoring their child

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“This video is age-restricted and only available on YouTube.”

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Option 6 worked 😄

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I found a new way (which works even if you’re not logged in).

1. Right-click an age-restricted video. 2. Select “Copy link address”. 3. Look for a website where you can download it (such as yt1s.com) and insert the link of the age-restricted video there. 4. Left-click the “Get link” button. 5. Left-click the “Download” button.

And that’s it.

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this is utter ********, why do you have to turn the internet into a safe space. there are already so many

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i found a way to deturl is to go to keepvid it works

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Tried all of them they do not work. They worked until a few weeks ago but youtube must have changed something because they don’t work any more

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Worked for me!

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9 Ways To Easily Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

From kids to adults, all love to watch videos. YouTube is one such platform to stream all types of videos to the viewers. But some videos are restricted due to various reasons. There are several ways to bypass the YouTube age restriction. If you are looking for a solution to watch these videos, then this guide on how to watch age restricted YouTube videos will help you.

YouTube is the largest and free video streaming app developed and managed by the web giant, Google. With everyone having access to the platform, it has some policies which need to be followed strictly by everyone. One such policy is that no one can post any adult content on YouTube or any content which is not appropriate to the users of all ages as nowadays, YouTube is equally popular among children and old people. Although adult videos are not allowed on YouTube, still there are some videos that are not appropriate for young users but useful for adults. So, YouTube allows posting such videos but for such videos, YouTube places a content warning message which asks the users for an age confirmation before watching that video. If you are already signed in, then Google will automatically collect your age-related information from your account but if you are not signed in, then YouTube will ask you to sign in to confirm your age, and then only, you will be able to watch that video.

In order to sign in to YouTube, you need to have a Google account. If you do not have a Google account, it will be a lengthy and time-consuming process to sign in to YouTube. So, at that time, you may think of ways using which you can watch that video without signing in to YouTube.

If you are thinking of such ways, then you need to keep reading this article as in this article, several methods are given using which you can easily bypass the YouTube age restriction.

6 Ways To Easily Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

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How To Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

Follow any of the below methods on YouTube age verification bypass: 

Method 1: Through Settings on Android Device

YouTube also offers you to change the settings for the restricted mode on YouTube Network Administrator . Follow the below steps on how to bypass YouTube age restriction:

1. Open YouTube app on your device.

2. Tap on the profile picture at the top right corner of the screen.

Open YouTube app on your device. Tap on the profile picture at the top right corner of the screen.

3. Tap Settings .

Tap Settings.

4. Select General from the options.

Select General from the options.

5. Scroll down and toggle off the bar next to Restricted Mode .

Toggle off the bar next to Restricted Mode.

Method 2: Create a New Account

You can also create a new account with an age more than 18. There are no limitations on the number of accounts we own. But this is not possible if you are in Europe because you need to prove your age. You can use a US-VPN to avoid this.

Also, if you are logging in using a computer or device with parental controls, then you can’t create an account. You have to try a different device. This method on how to watch age restricted YouTube videos is the easiest and quickest method.

Method 3:  Bypass Age Restriction Using NSFW YouTube

NSFW stands for “ N ot S afe F or W ork”. This is one of the most popular tricks to bypass the age restriction on YouTube because of its simplicity and easy usage. This is by far the fastest way to override the age restriction on YouTube.

To bypass the YouTube age restriction using NSFW, follow these steps:

1. Open any YouTube video having an age restriction.

Open the YouTube video which is showing age restriction

2. Click on the video’s URL link and check the URL of the restricted video. It will be somewhat like https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI

Click on the video URL link in the address bar at the top of the page

3. Now, in order to bypass the age restriction, insert the letters NSFW between the And youtube.com in the video’s URL as shown below.

https://www.NSFWyoutube.com/watch?v=gEX_RS3_IzI

Note: Before changing the URL, you should know that as you are changing the URL, you are changing the website.

4. After making the above changes in the URL, hit the enter button and the video will start playing.

Bypass Age Restriction Using NSFW YouTube

After completing the above steps, the age restriction for the selected video should get removed and the video should start playing.

Method 4: Download The Video

You can watch any age-restricted YouTube video by downloading them. You can download them using a YouTube downloader software or website. Not all websites will be able to download them. Websites such as keepvid.com , 320ytmp3, y2mate.com and YT1s.com will help you with your question on how to bypass YouTube age restriction. You have to paste the URL and wait for the site to load the video on these websites. Once the video is loaded, download the video with the help of the on-screen prompts. The video will be downloaded and you can watch it anytime with ease. If this doesn’t work then you can also check out some of the top free alternatives of YouTube .

Method 5:  Bypass Age Restriction Using Embed link

It is one of the easiest ways to bypass the age restriction on YouTube videos as in this method, you just have to change the few letters of the URL to change it into an embedded link. Once the URL of age-restricted video converts into an embedded link, the video will start playing as the embedded links do not have any age restrictions associated with them.

To bypass the age restriction using an embedded link, follow these steps.

1. Open the YouTube video having an age restriction.

2. Click on the video’s URL link and check the URL of the restricted video. It will be somewhat like https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEX_RS3_IzI

3. Now, in order to bypass the age restriction, delete the watch?v= from the URL and replace it with embed/ . Now, your URL will look like:

https://www.youtube.com/embed/gEX_RS3_IzI

4. After making the above changes, hit the enter button and the video will start playing.

After completing the above steps, the age restriction for the selected video should get removed and the video should start playing

Method 6: Using NewPipe on Android Device

To watch age-restricted videos, NewPipe is one of the best options. You need to download an APK file since it is not available on the Play Store. Follow the below steps.

1. Go to the browser on your Android device.

2. Download the latest version of the NewPipe app on its page.

Go to browser on your Android device. Download the latest version of NewPipe app on its page.

3. Go to Downloads on your mobile and install NewPipe .

4. Tap on the three horizontal lines at the top left corner of the screen.

Tap on the three horizontal lines at the top left corner of the screen.

5. Tap Settings in the menu.

Tap Settings in the menu.

6. Tap Content , as shown below.

Tap Content.

7. Toggle on the bar next to Show age restricted content .

Toggle on the bar next to Show age restricted content.

8. Now, search the age-restricted video you want to watch and play it.

Method 7: Bypass Youtube Age Restriction Using Listen On Repeat

This method also involves making some changes in the URL of the restricted video. To bypass the age restriction on Youtube videos using “Listen On Repeat”, follow these steps:

2. Click on the video’s URL link and check the URL of the restricted video. It will appear like https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnI

3. Now, in order to bypass the age restriction, add the word repeat after youtube in the URL of the restricted video. Now, your URL will look like https://www.youtuberepeat.com/gEX_RS3_IzI

Bypass Age Restriction Using Listen On Repeat

Note : If your video does not play even after changing the URL, then you can still play your video by visiting the Listen On Repeat website.

After completing the above steps, the age restriction for the selected video should get removed and the video should start playing without asking for signing in into YouTube.

Also Read: Unblock YouTube When Blocked In Offices, Schools or Colleges?

Method 8: Using FreeTube on PC

Similar to NewPipe, FreeTube is a free software to watch age-restricted videos. Also, this software is free of ads and allows us to subscribe to channels and create playlists. Follow the below steps to download FreeTube.

1. Download the latest and correct version of FreeTube for your PC on its official site .

2. After downloading the file, extract and run the application.

3. Paste the URL of the age-restricted video and play it.

Method 9: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction Using Proxy Website

It is possible to view an age-restricted YouTube video using a proxy site. Being unsafe, this method is generally not recommended to bypass the age restriction. Still, if you want to use this method, use it at your own risk. There are lots of proxy sites available in the market using which you can easily bypass the age restriction.

To bypass the age restriction on YouTube using a proxy website, follow these steps.

2. Click on the video’s URL link and check the URL of the restricted video. It will be somewhat like https://www.youtube.com /watch?v=gEX_RS3_IzI

3. Now, open a new tab on the same browser by clicking on the +

Open a new tab by clicking on the + symbol on the same browser

4. Type the below URL in the newly opened tab

https://www.proxysite.com/

5. Hit enter and the below page will

Hit the enter button on the keyboard. A page will open up

6. Now, copy the restricted video’s URL link from the previous tab and paste it into the Enter URL box of the proxy website in the new tab.

Enter URL box on the proxy website which you have opened in the new tab

7. Click on the Go button.

Click on Go button

8. The video will start playing.

After completing the above steps, the age-restricted video should start playing without any age restriction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Does using proxy sites help in YouTube age verification bypass?

Ans. No, it can be guaranteed that a proxy site will play you the age-restricted YouTube video.

Q2. Will VLC Player help to watch age-restricted videos on Android devices?

Ans. VLC Player for Android can be used to watch videos from any site. But any age-restricted YouTube videos cannot be played using VLC Player for Android.

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I WANT TO WATCH A MOANING DEER BRO COME ON LET ME DO THIS

This is outdated youtube just blocked watching nsfw videos on other sites, the only method that probably still works is downloading the video with a downloading software

works on proxysite.com

Not anymore

Amen””””””

It is 2021 and only the video download method works. I use y2mate dot com.

Youtube has gone full retard and put age verification even on videos without sexual content.

Oh thank god you posted this because none of the other links they mentioned here worked. This one seems to be working for now. I literally just want to watch regular videos without having everything tracked all the damn time so I refuse to sign in. Thanks for the help.

Good example would be some good YTPs

Yeah they restricted Toby Keith!!

So, Youtube went full retard with age restriction, up to the point where you need to register a state ID or credit card to watch videos that you were really fine watching even without an account a few months back…downloading it is then.

proxy site works

not anymore

Bro i just want to watch a reaction video and its age restricted? I need an ID or credit card to verify?? seriously youtube?

YouTube is getting worse by the day. There is no way I am ever giving my CC information or other personal documents to Google. Hopefully, a new platform will rise but that will be a hard thing to do since YouTube was pretty much first in line and now known by all around the world.

bro you can not give it to them but they got them anyways 😀

Who hates Goguardian??? And really i have to put in the teacher password. UGH!!!!!!

As I get this age verification baloney all the time while I’m already logged in, it sure looks like a scam to get their hands on my personal documents, which they will then obviously sell on.

man it even blocked a realy educational vid about history

install “TamperMonkey” extension” Then install “Greasy Fork” script “YouTube: Age Verification Bypass”

You saved me dude, Big thanks!

man don’t lie, worked a treat

does this work on MS Edge browser?

Worked like a charm. Thanks Mike

wow! thanks Mike. I had sent Google my driving licence 7 days ago and still not verified. It says it takes 3 days max. Its a joke…maybe a scam too. Can confirm this method works 25 June 2021. Get Tampermonkey, and go to its dashboard, via installed extensions in browser (wee jigsaw piece top Right of browser). On top right look for a pls sign, next to installed userscripts, settings etc. Click the PLus to add new script and copy/paste the script from here: https://greasyfork.org/en/scripts/375525-youtube-age-verification-bypass/code Done.

Thanks for the tip! Works like a charm.

can’t find the age verification bypass in greasy fork, is it deleted or just somewhere else

Omg what is happening to this world Just like 3 years ago things were running fine, EVWRYTHING IS SO LIMITED SO RESTRICTED it scares me Old and popular videos are getting deleted because of dumb copyright claim thing , I cant download a thing in facebook, google search don’t even recognize some words anymore Where people gonna post their stuff ? How another YouTube will come when you buy a phone coming straight from the company that is related to YouTube directly… Videos are kept deleted without any trace ,like the were some hyper illegal stuff…. I have got a lot to talk about but I feel people dont even go to YouTube, google seriously isolated me from the world I feel the inky one having this problem but no,there are people who feel the same…but where When comments get deleted before even viewed,it may not even show up to others and just for you I hate how this world is changing for incomprehensible reasons…people are stil poor and can’t afford things normally,how about every game in playstore featuring premium versions that once was free and you will never think they will be purshable

As of 16th of June 2021, the NSFW and download methods do not work.

http://www.y2mate.com worked for me – downloads to your device as mp4 on sd , hd your choice AnyVideoConvertor used to work but not now

Y2 does not work now….

Thank You 🙂

Why the hell is youtube doins this? Isn’t the requirement to make an account is to be at leas 13? Isn’t there a seperate website for children? I understand that they’ll ban NSFW stuff, but this is funky-horse-shrimp. Fix your site youtube, or die trying.

Tampermonkey still works, not a single one from the article…

Yep. There’s no point for youtube to block these videos, because if you are too young to watch the video, then you probably shouldn’t be on youtube at all. The average 13-17 year old isn’t scared of watching half of these videos. Maybe they should keep the nsfw warning, but they shouldn’t block you from watching the video if you want to watch it.

Last one works.

All of these rely on watching youtube from an external source. Google had patched that, now they all lead to a page saying the video is age-restricted, and needs to be viewed on youtube. This article is now obsolete.

Dont know for a anyone else but for me the tampermonkey method stopped working

Nothing from the above works and I am 53 years old and what is this from YouTube

I am so done with Youtube. They age restricted a video that didn’t contain any NSFW content in it. The video is named “Thorns but funni”. It used to work a week ago but now it is age restricted?!. I hope a new app arrives that lets you watch any videos without needing to put your credit card or any sh!t.

Rumble is a good app that’s rising up. Hopefully more content creators flock over there to upload more to watch.

Tried all methods including programs like Jdownloader and Adownloader. Nothing works. Youtube sucks now anyway.

Came here because I found a series of video game reviews that are all age-resticted. The funny bit? Some of the games are aimed at children and the guy who’s doing the reviews never swears or shows anything inappropriate… yet, all the videos are now “age-restricted”. It would be funny if it wasn’t sad.

As of today (July 29th 2021) the only method that worked for the above videos wss the last one (PWN), but I’m sure Youtube is going to crack down and block that as well, eventually.

People, the only way to kill youtube is to stop using it altogether and move to alternative platforms. There are a ton of them already, people simply aren’t moving exclusively there, so youtube isn’t losing any numbers. Look for your favourite content creators at one or more of the following video sharing platforms (and if they’re not there yet, ask them – if enough people ask, some content creators will start uploading to multiple platforms):

– BitChute.com – BrandNewTube.com – Brighteon.com – Odysee.com – Rumble.com – StoryFire.com – UTreon.com

I officially made the move and I’m not getting back on Youtube. I left a request to the few Youtubers I was following and, sadly, aren’t on any of the above yet, so I hope they will read/listen and move, but I’m just one person. You all can help. Start asking creators to MOVE, and then LEAVE youtube. That’s the only think that’ll make those a–oles rethink their strategy. Youtube can’t survive without viewers, it’s that simple.

Thanks for the alt sites…too many people say go alt but do not give any other places to try out, simply dropping the ball after giving advice. Thanks.

Whatever you think of YouTube and Google, many of the sites you list have quite dubious or downright despiccable content. Like bitchute, where on its first page a video is listed which maintains that people who are vaccinated are more prone to get covid. A ridiculous lie – more than 90% of people who end up in intensive care are NOT vaccinated. I do not know what pleasure derive from spreading these lies.

trust your government, government agencies and WHO… they would never lie.

Follow the money

None of these bypasses work anymore. YouTube and Google make it easy to watch p*rn but censors historical videos like the real Vietnam footage, respective protests such as a Buddhist monk self-immolation protesting that war and such….doubt that go to X*am*ter, one of the sites for p*rn and guess what is there? Google login to watch, rate, download and such….go figure..

The best way to avoid the age restriction is still, for the videographer, to distribute a copy of his videos on another platform.

none of the 6 methods function, 2 of them say “pay to watch”…

My friend suggested this article to me to download age-restricted video however I am not a tech-savvy person I made mistake a few more times before I was able to do it. I actually use an online video downloader by acethinker to do the downloading process. And if they are hard to get videos I usually rely on some articles like this.

None of these work. Except maybe downloading, but I can’t do that on work computer.

On Android phone I use NewPipe apk, in the configuration you need to unlock age restrictions. Works for me so far. One issue, cannot cast anymore

or do what i do , report every age restricted video as phishing scam , google attempting to obtain cc details fraudulently , if they have your card details all it takes is a misclick and you will have signed up to google premium service

YouTube used to be a lovely place to go to when I opened my first account in 2007. It had a real community spirit. Every user had a whole page which they could design in their own taste and color and pictures.and on which they would give some description about themselves (only as much or as little as they felt comfortable) Then it had the comments section where others could write a comment on their page – and one could reply to their comment. (they could also keep the comment section private if preferred or chose who can read things). It showed Friends and Subscribers (if chosen to display), and Favorite YouTube Videos and personal Uploads .. and it had a Message service where people could send each other personal messages and share videos. It was great. Then Google started to fuck it up more and more with more and more restrictions.And despite the YouTube community repeatedly trying to stop the changes, Google simply ENFORCED them. The personal page was done away with .. and so many other things. Then they even done away with YouTubers being able to send personal messages to each other ! And the latest one is all this ‘Age Restricted’ stuff ! I am more than of mature age (lol) to watch anything ! (and they have my date of birth anyway) . so all this ‘age restriction’ is nothing to do with age ! It is simply to force personal details out of people ! But NO WAY will a Video site get my ID or my Bank Details !! F-off Google ! Yeah they’re an Internet Giant (so far) but for all their crap, there will always be smarter people who find new ways to bypass their restrictions and ways.!

my youtube account is 15 years old and has been connected to my even older mail since the beginning and im 30… this is fine 🙂

Account being X years old does not matter to them. You still have to use a picture of the ID or a credit card.

As for that guy with the “missclick” and you are subbed to YT premium. Ever heard of setting your card balance to 0 for online purchases and only switch it on when you actually use the card to buy online ? There’s a reason why you have internet banking options.

At the moment, the Youtube Downloader website yt1s.com does the trick for me – it even does really long videos. (I’m currently downloading a 3.5 h long Critical Role game session that had been age-locked because I guess the sponsor got all pearl-clutchy about the swearing? Conversion to 360p produced an error with this video file, but the basic mp4 download option seems to work.)

Proxy Site is b.s. Won’t play. Insists I need to update my browser. I checked: I have the latest version.

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Bypass YouTube Age Restriction – 8 Simple Ways

YouTube is the most popular video streaming platform among all age groups. Be it, kids or adults, it is a platform for all and everyone can enjoy the benefits, learn and explore new things on YouTube.

Earlier all users were able to access all the content irrespective of their ages without signing in to their YouTube account but in recent times users cannot access the age-restricted content without signing in to their YouTube account.

YouTube has introduced the age restriction policy as it is a platform for all age groups and it ensures that only appropriate content is accessible to the audience.

The age restriction policy is extremely useful for everyone to gain appropriate information. It helps the content creator to post the content with an option whether it is suitable for children or not. It prevents the underaged users from watching inappropriate content that perhaps is not suitable for them.

YouTube age restriction policy does not allow you to view some videos without logging in to your account. Only if you are above 18 years of age, you will be able to view the age-restricted content on YouTube.

If you are not signed in to your YouTube account and want to access the age-restricted content a warning message will popup asking for age confirmation. If you are signed in to your account then it automatically takes all the information from your YouTube account.

If you do not have a google account or if you are facing some other issues, there are certain ways by which you can bypass the YouTube Age restrictions content. Keep reading to get the full information about the same.

Note: All the YouTube links used in the article does not exist and just used for reference.

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This is one of the best options to bypass the YouTube age restrictions. You do not require to download any additional software to watch a video if you are using this method. Embedded links are one of the convenient methods to play video clips without any restrictions. Follow the below steps.

Step 1: Open the age restricted video clip on your browser.

Step 2: Check in the address bar for the video link which will appear like this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnl

Step 3: Now, delete the watch?v= from the link in the address bar and replace it with embed/

Step 4: After that, the embedded link will appear like this https://www.youtube.com/embed/ApRGNwSvsnl

Step 5: Now click enter and the video will open.

Step 6: Click on the video and it will start playing.

FreeTube is another great method to bypass the age restriction content on YouTube. You can download the application on your device to use it. Follow the below simple steps to download the FreeTube on your PC/Mac.

Step 1: Visit https://freetubeapp.io and download the FreeTube application on your device.

Step 2: At the bottom, you will find the download section.

Step 3: In the download section you will find download links from the various platforms. Choose your platform and download the package.

Step 4: This will download the file on your device. Once you get the .exe file, double click to install it.

Step 5: Once you install and access the application, go to the restricted video clip.

Step 6: Copy the URL in the address bar of the restricted video.

Step 7: Open FreeTube on your device and paste the link of the restricted video clip into the search box on FreeTube.

Step 8: FreeTube will detect the video automatically and will play it directly.

NSFW is one of the easiest and fastest ways to bypass the YouTube age restriction content. There is no need to download any additional application to use NSFW. It plays the video from YouTube to your browser. Follow the below steps to know-how.

Step 1: Firstly, go to the age-restricted video clip.

Step 2: Then type NSFW just before the youtube in the URL for example you will see this in the address bar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnl now insert NSFW that is https://www.NSFWyoutube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnl and press enter.

Step 3: This will redirect you to the NSFW website and you will be able to see the thumbnail of the video.

Step 4: Next, you just have to click the play button and the video will start playing.

In this method, you need to change the link to bypass the YouTube age restrictions. Follow the below steps to easily bypass the age-restricted content using “Listen on Repeat”.

Step 1: Go to the YouTube video which shows an age restriction.

Step 2: In the address bar, you will be able to see the link to the video. Click on it and check the URL of the restricted video.

Step 3: The URL will appear like this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnl

Step 4: Now, add the word “repeat” to the link to bypass the age restriction and your URL will appear like this https://www.youtuberepeat.com/embed/ApRGNwSvsnl  

Step 5: After making the changes in the URL click to play the video. If the video does not play even after changing the URL you can still play it by going to the Listen on Repeat website.

A proxy website is a free to use and simple method to watch age-restricted and region-restricted videos. However, it is sometimes not safe to use a proxy website for viewing restricted videos. You can follow the below steps to bypass YouTube age restriction using the Proxy website.

Step 1: Open proxy website by using the link https://www.proxysite.com/  

Step 2: On this website, you can select the region from which you want to access the video from the drop-down menu available above the address bar.

Step 3: Now, go to the age-restricted video clip and copy the URL from the address bar.

Step 4: Again, go to the proxy website and paste the link in the “Enter URL” bar.

Step 5: Click on the “Go” button.

Step 6: Now, the video will start playing.

NewPipe is an android application that allows age-restricted videos to play on your phone without signing into your account. Since it is not available on the google play store you will have to download an apk file. Follow the below steps to bypass the YouTube age-restricted videos using NewPipe.

Step 1: Go to the browser on your android device and visit the site https://newpipe.net/  

Step 2: Now, click on the “Get NewPipe” option and it will direct you to download the page.

Step 3: Select the apk file for your android version on the download page and click on the download icon.

Step 4: This will download the file on your device. Now, install it by going to the downloads on your android phone.

Step 5: Now, tap on the three horizontal lines at the top left corner of your screen.

Step 6: Tap on the Settings option.

Step 7: After that, click on the “Content”.

Step 8: Now, toggle on the bar next to the “Show age-restricted content”.

Step 9: Finally, search for the age-restricted video and you will be able to play it.

This is one of the secure and best methods to bypass an age-restricted video. You can easily download the age-restricted video using the YouTube downloader software or website. This is one of the easiest ways you can watch the restricted video without the need for an internet connection. There are many websites and applications which help you download YouTube videos. Follow the below steps to download the video.

Step 1: Go to the Keepvid or Savefrom.net website.

Step 2: Now add a tab on the browser, go to the restricted YouTube video clip and copy the link in the address bar.

Step 3: Again, go back to the Keepvid or Savefrom.net tab and paste the URL in the search bar.

Step 4: The website will detect the video and load it.

Step 5: The video will then start downloading and you can watch it offline.

This is another great option that you can use to easily watch the age-restricted video clip without a need to login into your account. Follow the below steps to bypass the age-restricted content.

Step 1: Go to the age-restricted video clip that you want to watch.

Step 2: In the address bar you will see the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnl

Step 3: Now, insert the letters PWN before youtube like this https://www.PWNyoutube.com/watch?v=ApRGNwSvsnl

Step 4: Now, click enter and the video will open.

Step 5: Click on the video and it will start playing. Please note you are changing websites from YouTube.com to Deturl.com using this method.

Please use the above methods with caution if you have children around you. The age restriction policy of YouTube is justified and valid. We recommend signing in to your account to watch the YouTube videos but in some circumstances wherein you are unable to do it you can use the above methods.

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5 Ways to ByPass YouTube Age Restriction in 2023

According to YouTube Community Guidelines, Age-restricted YouTube videos are not viewable to users who are under 18 years old or signed out. Lots of people watch YouTube videos without logging in or they don’t even have a YouTube account. If that’s your case, you can read on to bypass YouTube age-restricted videos in 5 different methods. 

If you are under 18, be sure to exit this page right away. 

Tampermonkey Script

If you often use your web browser to watch YouTube age verification, then I recommend you use a custom user script. To run this script, you can use the Tampermonkey extension, which is available in Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. You can refer to the steps below to see how it works. 

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Step 1. Install the Tampermonkey extension for your web browser. 

Step 2. Add “Simple-YouTube-Age-Restriction-Bypass.user.js” by clicking this link .

Step 3. Go to YouTube to watch any age-restricted video, which will be unlocked automatically. 

As you can see from the screenshot, I didn’t sign in to YouTube and the video is age-restricted. If you enable the Tampermonkey extension in private mode, you can also watch age-restricted videos without logging in.

If you want to download age-restricted YouTube videos online, you can get another script, Local YouTube Downloader, besides this one. Are you impressed by the Tampermonkey extension? Check my favorite Tampermonkey scripts . 

FreeTube for Desktop

For desktop users, you can use a dedicated open-source program, FreeTube, to bypass YouTube age restrictions. FreeTube is a desktop YouTube player that allows you to play YouTube videos without ads or an account. It is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. 

Private YouTube Client for Windows and Mac

Within FreeTube, you can import Youtube subscriptions and subscribe to new channels without an account. FreeTube cares about your privacy since all the data are stored locally. You can search or paste the video URL to load the video that you want to watch. 

In addition, FreeTube allows you to download YouTube videos that you can watch and it offers all bit rate and frame rate options. By the way, you cannot use FreeTube to watch or download private YouTube videos. 

Age Restriction Bypass for YouTube Extension

The Age Restriction Bypass for YouTube extension is a handy tool that helps users bypass age restrictions on YouTube videos. If a user encounters a video that is age-restricted and requires the user to confirm their age, this extension can automatically skip the age verification check.

You can get this extension from Microsoft Edge Add-ons. Once installed, it runs in the background without needing any additional configuration. Whenever a user attempts to view an age-restricted video on YouTube, the extension automatically bypasses the age verification check and allows the user to view the content without any restrictions.

If you prefer Chrome, you can also manually install this extension in Chrome . For detailed steps, you can refer to the below video.

NewPie for Android

NewPPie is similar to FreeTube but for Android only. It lets you watch age-restricted YouTube videos without ads. However, it is not available in the Google Play Store, so you’ll have to install it through APK. You can download NewPie from its official website or Github since it is also an open-source app. Be sure to get the latest version, otherwise, it may not work.

NewPie for Android

Similarly, you can import all your YouTube subscription info and download age-restricted videos without logging in. The playlist feature works as it should.

YouTube ++ Shortcut for iPhone or iPad

Updates in 2023: To watch age-restricted YouTube videos on iPhone, you can install a Safari extension, Stay and add the script, Simple-YouTube-Age-Restriction-Bypass, which is addressed in method 1. You can read my previous posts about usingTampermonkey scripts on iPhone .

For iOS users, you can also get my YouTube++ shortcut to turn off YouTube Age Restriction.  To watch an age-restricted video, you just copy the video URL and run the shortcut. It will load the age-restricted video without question. Alternatively, you can also run this shortcut from YouTube share sheet.

On the playback screen, you can also tap to play YouTube videos in picture in picture mode and adjust the size of the PIP screen.

Bunos 1: Download YouTube Age Restricted Videos

If you want to download YouTube age-restricted videos, I recommend using ByClick Downloader . To be clear, this tool cannot bypass YouTube Age Restriction. You need to log in to YouTube on Chrome and allow byClick Downloader to access your Google Chrome credentials in Options > Accounts tab.

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You just need to paste the URL of the age-restricted video into this downloader and then choose the video frame rate. If you choose a quality above 1080P, this tool will take a little more time to combine the video and audio since YouTube audio and video are saved separately on high-quality YouTube videos. 

However, ByClick Downloader is only available on Windows. If you use Mac, then I recommend 4K Video Downloader .

Bonus 2: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction Shortcut

Besides the YouTube ++ shortcut, I also make a shortcut to watch and download YouTube age-restricted videos without logging in. It is available in the Shortcuts app and YouTube app share sheet. When the video is loaded, you can choose to play the video or save it to your photos library.

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You can get this shortcut in our premium plan or pay 10 dollars to get this shortcut right now.

These 5 different approaches for YouTube age restriction bypass. The Tampermonkey script method is my favorite in 2023. You can also use Tampermonkey scripts on Android or iPhone to watch age-restricted youtube videos. They pretty much include all the possible situations. Hopefully, you will find one that suits you. 

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I simply use this simple & powerful command line media player, mpv, and yt-dlp to bypass TheirTube’s age restriction crap.

Tampermonkey script is the best solution. the link in description is broken use this https://github.com/zerodytrash/Simple-YouTube-Age-Restriction-Bypass#simple-youtube-age-restriction-bypass

sick! thanks dude!

I usually use free online video downloader to fix the issue.

Thanks to whoever came up with the Tampermonkey script fix. As a famous man once said: It just works.

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How To Watch Age Restricted YouTube Videos Without Logging In [Computer, Android, IPhone]

Disable Youtube Restricted Mode

YouTube is perhaps one of the most-used streaming platforms available today. It captures all types of audiences – from kids watching nursery rhymes to adults wanting to learn more about their medicines. Even though the platform does not allow strictly-explicit content, some videos are hidden behind an age wall to protect their audience under a certain age. These videos are called age-restricted videos.

Sign in to confirm your age prompt

Even after signing in, you are sometimes unable to watch the video.

If you are experiencing this issue and missing out on some of YouTube’s content, the following guide will help you bypass the age-restriction mode and disable “Restricted Mode” on Youtube on a computer, an Android device, or an iOS device.

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How YouTube Age Restriction Works

When logging in to YouTube, you are asked to use a Google account. The information given in your Google account is then used to determine your age, such as your date of birth.

If your age comes to 18 years or older, then the “Restricted Mode” is disabled. However, if you are between the ages of 13 and 18, the “Restricted Mode” is enabled automatically. If you are under the age of 13, then you will not be found eligible to create a YouTube account at all.

To check what Date of Birth YouTube is considering for your account, follow these steps:

Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner.

Ensure you are logged in 1

Click Settings.

Open YouTube settings

In the Account tab, click “View or change your Google Account settings.”

View Google Account settings

You will now be redirected to your Google Account settings.

Switch to the Personal Info tab.

View personal information

You will now be able to see your birthday under the Basic info section. You may click on it to edit it.

View or edit birthday in Google Account

This is the Birthday which YouTube uses to determine your age.

How To Watch Age-Restricted YouTube Videos on PC

When using a computer, there are multiple ways to watch YouTube videos without logging in. This can be resolved simply by signing in or disabling the “Restricted Mode.”

There are also some other methods that you will learn below.

Sign in to YouTube to watch age restricted videos

As the Youtube prompt mentions, signing in to Youtube will probably remove the restriction and allow you to watch the video. Try signing in to Youtube with your Google account using these steps:

Open www.youtube.com using any web browser .

Click “Sign in” in the top-right corner.

Click Sign in

Note that if you see your profile picture in the top-right corner instead, it means that you are already signed into Youtube. If you still cannot view the NSFW video, then proceed directly to the other methods given below.

Select your account or click “Use another account.”

Select account

Enter your account credentials and click Next.

Enter credentials

You will now be signed into Youtube and should be allowed to view NSFW videos. However, if the problem persists, try disabling “Restricted Mode” using the guide in the next section below.

Disable Restricted Mode

YouTube has a “Restricted Mode,” where all videos are non-playable and may contain inappropriate content for children. If this mode is enabled, you may not see those videos.

Try disabling YouTube’s “Restricted Mode” using these steps:

Confirm that you are logged in to Youtube by viewing your profile picture in the top-right corner.

If you are not logged in, then you may do so using the steps in the section above.

Ensure you are logged in

Click on the Restricted Mode settings from the drop-down menu.

Open Restricted Mode settings

From the next menu, toggle the slider in front of “ACTIVATE RESTRICTED MODE” into the Off position.

Disable Restricted Mode

Once the “Restricted Mode” is disabled, your page will refresh to include new NSFW content or play a video you have already opened.

If you wish to re-enable the feature in the future, simply re-toggle the “Activate Restricted Mode” slider.

Bypass Age Restrictions on YouTube using Third Party Websites

There are other websites available on the internet that are similar to Youtube and host the same videos, with slightly different URLs. One such website is youtubensfw.com. All you need to do is open the restricted video on Youtube and alter its URL. Here is how:

Open www.youtube.com and then open the restricted video.

Click on the Omnibox at the top to edit the URL.

Edit URL

Append “nsfw” next to “youtube” and change the URL to “www.youtubensfw.com…” and press Enter, while leaving the rest of the URL unchanged.

Write www youtubensfw com

The same video will now open on another website with no restricted access.

How to Bypass Youtube Age Restriction on Android Devices

Most Android devices have the Youtube app preinstalled on phones and tablets. Like the web version, they also have the Restricted Mode that you can change. Follow these steps to disable YouTube’s Restricted Mode on an Android device:

Open the Youtube app.

Open settings

Click General.

Click General

Toggle the slider in front of “Restricted Mode” into the Off position.

Disable Restricted Mode Android

YouTube’s Restricted Mode will now be disabled and will allow you to watch NSFW videos. However, if you want to revert to the default settings in the future, all you have to do is re-toggle the “Restricted Mode” slider.

How to Bypass Youtube Age Restriction on iPhone

Like Android, iOS devices also have preinstalled YouTube applications with “Restricted Mode.” Here is how you can disable it to watch restricted content:

The steps for Android and iOS to disable YouTube’s “Restricted Mode” are very much the same. Therefore, the same applies to enabling the feature when needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is restricted mode on youtube.

YouTube’s Restricted Mode is Google’s policy to display age-appropriate content to its viewers. Accounts with ages under 18 cannot view explicit or NSFW content.

How do I disable Restricted Mode on Youtube?

Restricted Mode can only be disabled after signing in with a Google account. Once signed in, you can turn off Restricted Mode on a PC by going to Profile Menu >> Restricted Mode, or on iOS/Android by going to Profile Menu >> Settings >> General >> Restricted Mode.

How old do I have to be to view restricted Youtube videos?

You must be at least 18 years of age to be able to view restricted content on Youtube.

How old must I be to create a Youtube account?

You need to be at least 13 years of age to be able to create your own account on Youtube. If you are younger than that, then an adult must create a Kid’s account for you.

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As the largest and most popular platform for video content, YouTube has become the go-to place for all demographics. From kids and adults to the elderly, millions of people turn to this website when looking for various videos, be they funny short clips or in-depth tutorials.

Due to the age variety of its audience, YouTube had to impose certain restrictions on the type of content uploaded to the site and who could access it. While the platform doesn’t allow for strictly adult content, some videos are still deemed inappropriate for younger audiences. This is where YouTube’s age restriction policy comes in. And although it’s undoubtedly useful, it can be annoying to search for a specific video and find out it’s off-limits.

The easiest way to resolve this issue would be simply to log in to your account. However, if that’s not an option, there are other ways to watch whatever you want on YouTube. In this article, we’ll show you how to bypass age restrictions on YouTube and enjoy all of the content on the platform without limitations.

How to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction on an iPhone

You can bypass the age restriction on your iPhone YouTube app in only a few simple steps:

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Switching the Restricted Mode off should make viewing all content possible without age restriction.

How to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction on an Android Device

Several options are available if you want to gain access to age-restricted YouTube videos on your Android device.

First, you can turn the Restricted Mode off in the YouTube app. This method is very similar to the one used for iPhone:

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Alternatively, you can use several Android apps to bypass the YouTube age restriction. The safest option would be an app like VLC player.

VLC player has a feature that allows video streaming from any URL, including YouTube. To use this feature, follow these steps:

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After you’ve done these steps, VLC will start streaming the requested video, bypassing the age restriction.

Finally, you could use third-party apps that allow you to watch any YouTube video while logged out of your account. These apps mostly have a similar interface to the YouTube app and function the same, with the difference of not requiring you to log in to view restricted content.

However, be careful when installing such apps, especially since some aren’t available from Google Play Store, and you’ll need to download them from an unverified source.

How to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction on PC

Bypassing the age restriction will be the easiest by far on a PC. While browsing YouTube videos on your computer, you’ll have many options and techniques at your disposal to access age-restricted content.

Websites such as “YouTube NSFW” or “Listen on Repeat” will allow you to view any YouTube video without logging in. In both cases, all you’ll need to do to get the age-restricted video to play is change the URL.

YouTube NSFW

  • In the case of Listen on Repeat , you should enter repeat before youtube in the address bar. Your new URL should start with https://www.repeatyoutube.com/ .
  • One such option is a browser extension known as Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass .

How to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction on TV

YouTube age restriction can pop up on your smart TV for several reasons. First, you may have logged in with the wrong account. Another culprit is when the YouTube app associated with your account is in Restricted Mode.

In many cases, smart TVs use a brand account as their default login. Those accounts are subject to age restrictions and won’t show all the content available on YouTube.

You can fix this issue by switching to your personal account. The exact steps will vary depending on the particular smart TV model you own, but you’ll likely find account options under the Settings menu or its equivalent.

When logging in to your account, ensure that you’ve entered the birth year info. If that information’s missing, YouTube will default to displaying content suitable for minors.

If you suspect that your YouTube app is in Restricted Mode , here’s how to switch the mode off:

  • On your TV, open the YouTube app and verify that you’re logged in.
  • Go to Settings and enter the menu by pressing OK or whatever the confirmation button is on your TV controller.
  • Navigate to the Restricted Mode option.
  • In the prompt that pops up, select Off .

This method will allow you to disable the Restricted Mode for YouTube on your TV. Once you’ve done that, all videos should play normally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some more answers to your questions about YouTube.

What is Restricted Mode?

Restricted Mode is Google’s solution to protecting younger YouTube audiences. When the company restricts mature content, younger viewers cannot play the questionable video.

The content restrictions are set by YouTube and not the content’s creator. YouTube scans the video’s title, metadata, description, and content to determine which videos fall into the NSFW category.

What age does YouTube limit users with Restricted Mode?

Users who are under 18 years old are unable to view NSFW content on YouTube. Of course, this age restriction may vary by region.

How old do you have to be to create a YouTube account?

Google, along with many other companies, set an age limit of 13 years. Users who are under 13 years old are unable to create a YouTube account.

Younger audiences can use the YouTube Kids platform if someone older than 18 creates the account.

Unlock Everything YouTube Has to Offer

Bypassing restrictions can open up plenty of content on YouTube that would otherwise be inaccessible. Since many videos that have educational, informative, or entertainment value fall under the site’s age restriction policy, getting around that restriction could prove quite useful. After all, YouTube’s algorithm isn’t flawless when flagging content as inappropriate for younger audiences, and it can place certain videos in that category even though they might be perfectly safe for viewing.

However, it’s worth noting that, in most cases, YouTube age restriction exists for a good reason. Now that you know how to bypass that restriction, it would be best to double-check whether the content you’re trying to watch is suitable or not before using the suggested methods.

Have you managed to bypass the YouTube age restriction on your platform? What age-restricted video did you want to watch? Let us know in the comment section below.

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How to Bypass YouTube Age-Restriction in 2024

How to Bypass YouTube Age-Restriction

YouTube’s age restriction prevents users under the age of 18 from accessing videos that contain vulgar language, violence, nudity, or dangerous activities . Furthermore, to reduce inappropriate exposure to younger audiences, YouTube requires users from Australia and certain European countries to upload government documentation as proof. 

However, many users consider this a privacy violation. Besides that, it can be very annoying to open a video only to discover that it is age-restricted. The best way to bypass YouTube's age restriction is by connecting to a VPN server in a country where age verification is not strict . That way, you can watch age-restricted YouTube videos without having to provide proof of age.

This article will teach you how to bypass the YouTube age restriction with and without a VPN, why the platform forces age verification, and which VPNs are the best to watch age-restricted YouTube videos.

  • How to Bypass YouTube Age-Restriction with a VPN

You can bypass age restrictions on YouTube by connecting to a VPN server. The process is simple - select a capable VPN, connect to a server where age verification is not stringent, and access YouTube. Here's a step-by-step guide:

  • Subscribe to a VPN that works with YouTube ( we recommend NordVPN ).
  • Download and install the VPN on your device.
  • Open and log in to the VPN application using your credentials.
  • Select a server where YouTube doesn’t enforce strict age verification (the US).
  • Open YouTube and access the age-restricted content without any verification.
  • Why Do You Need a VPN to Watch Age-Restricted YouTube Videos?

You need a VPN to watch age-restricted YouTube videos because it enables you to get rid of age restrictions on YouTube effectively. A VPN masks your IP address, making it appear like you're accessing the Internet from a different location. 

Here are the key reasons why you need a VPN to bypass age restrictions on YouTube:

  • Access to Age-Restricted Content : A VPN allows you to bypass regional blocks and access age-restricted videos in your country. This way, you can watch age-restricted content on YouTube without limitations.
  • Circumventing Age Verification : In some regions, YouTube requires users to verify their age through a government-issued ID. A VPN helps you avoid these verifications by connecting to a server where such requirements are not enforced.
  • Privacy and Anonymity : When you use a VPN, your online activity, including the videos you watch, is encrypted and hidden from ISPs and other third parties. This ensures your viewing habits remain private.
  • Avoiding Tracking : A VPN prevents YouTube from tracking your online behavior based on your location. This means you can watch age-restricted videos on YouTube without worrying about being profiled or targeted with specific ads.
  • Enhanced Security : Besides providing access to restricted content, a VPN secures your Internet connection against potential cyber threats, making your online experience safer and more pleasurable overall.
  • Best VPNs for Bypassing YouTube Age-Restriction

To watch age-restricted YouTube videos, it is essential to select the right VPN. The best VPNs for YouTube usually have a set of crucial features that make them the right fit.

Most importantly, a capable VPN should unblock YouTube in countries where it is banned. It should also have many servers in regions where YouTube doesn't enforce strict age checks. That said, security and privacy should also be top-notch to keep yourself safe from prying eyes. Based on these criteria, let’s look at our top picks.

  • NordVPN : NordVPN stands out for its ability to easily bypass YouTube age restrictions. It boasts a network of over 6,000 servers in 60+ countries , ensuring you can always find a server where YouTube's age restrictions are more lenient. NordVPN also prioritizes your security with AES 256-bit encryption and a strict no-logs policy, making it a top choice for privacy-conscious users. Get NordVPN .
  • Surfshark : Surfshark is an excellent choice to remove the age restriction on YouTube. It offers over 3,200+ servers in 100 countries , providing ample options for bypassing regional blocks. Surfshark's CleanWeb feature blocks ads and malware, enhancing your viewing experience. Plus, its unlimited simultaneous connections mean you can enjoy unrestricted YouTube on all your devices. Get Surfshark .
  • ExpressVPN : Known for its speed and reliability, ExpressVPN is an excellent option for streaming age-restricted content on YouTube. With 3,000+ servers spread across 105 countries , it offers a wide range of locations to choose from. ExpressVPN's strong encryption and proven track record in privacy ensure a secure and smooth streaming experience. Get ExpressVPN .
  • Other Ways to Bypass YouTube Age-Restriction

Apart from using a VPN, you can remove the age restriction on YouTube by creating an account with the right birth year and turning off the “Restricted Mode” in the YouTube app on your phone. Let's take a look at these methods in detail.

Create a YouTube Account With the Right Age

Creating a YouTube account with an age over 18 is a straightforward way to bypass age restrictions. This method involves setting up a new account and specifying an age based on which you’ll get to watch age-restricted content on YouTube, like so:

  • Open the YouTube website on your desktop or smartphone.
  • Click on the ' Sign In ' button at the top right corner.
  • Select ' Create Account ' and choose ' For myself .'
  • Fill in your details (name, email, and password).
  • Set the right birth year indicating that you are over 18.

Disable the “Restricted Mode”

Disabling the Restricted mode on YouTube is another method to access age-restricted content without verifying your age. This mode is designed to filter out potentially mature content, and it’s available on iPhones and Android devices.

Disable the “Restricted Mode” on iPhone

To disable Restricted Mode on an iPhone, you need to visit YouTube’s settings on your device. Just follow these instructions:

  • Open the YouTube app on your iPhone.
  • Tap on your profile icon in the top right corner.
  • Select 'Settings' from the menu.
  • Scroll down and navigate to “ Restricted Mode .”
  • Toggle off the “Restricted Mode” by tapping on the switch button.

Disable the “Restricted Mode” on Android 

For Android users, the process is similar, as you’ll need to go into YouTube’s app settings. Here’s what you need to do:

  • Launch the YouTube app on your Android device.
  • Tap on the profile icon to access your account.
  • Open “ Settings ” from the account menu.
  • Tap on “ General ” and find the “ Restricted Mode ” option.
  • Disable the “Restricted Mode ” to bypass YouTube age restriction on Android.
  • Final Thoughts

There are multiple ways to get past the YouTube age restriction . If the platform does not impose strict age verification in your country, you can set the right birth year in your account settings and watch age-restricted videos. If you’re from Australia or Europe, using a VPN is the best solution because it removes the need to upload age-related documents to prove your age . 

All you have to do is connect your VPN to a country where the age-related laws aren’t strict. We recommend NordVPN because it has a vast server network that covers 60+ countries, giving you endless options to choose a suitable location. It also provides advanced security features like AES 256-bit encryption to ensure nobody can track your YouTube activity.

Why Can’t I Watch Age-Restricted Videos on YouTube?

You can't watch age-restricted videos on YouTube if your account indicates you are under 18 years old or if you're not logged in . YouTube sets these restrictions to prevent minors from accessing content deemed inappropriate for their age group.

Can You Watch Age-Restricted YouTube Videos?

Yes, you can watch age-restricted YouTube videos if you are over 18 and logged into your YouTube account. If age verification is required in your region, you may need to provide additional proof of age.

How to Watch Age-Restricted YouTube Videos on Your Phone?

To watch age-restricted YouTube videos on your phone, log into your YouTube account with an age over 18 . Alternatively, use a VPN to change your virtual location to a country where age verification is not strict and bypass regional age restrictions. For this, we recommend NordVPN due to its widespread server network.

We hope that this article helped you bypass the YouTube age restriction. Feel free to comment below to share your experience with us.

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Some YouTube videos are age-restricted. If you are wondering how to bypass YouTube age restriction and looking for a safe way to download the content. That's where this guide comes in handy. In the following, we'll show you how to download and watch restricted YouTube videos easily. Here is a recommended downloader for Age-restricted YouTube Video. Install it to get ready!

Do You Want to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction?

  • Part 1 - Watch Age Restricted YouTube Videos Online
  • Part 2 - Download Restricted YouTube Videos for Offline Playback
  • - Method 1: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction with Free Desktop Age-restricted YouTube Video Downloader
  • - Method 2: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction with Adding PWN to the Video URL

Sometimes, when you play a YouTube video, you will see a prompt like this: "Sign in to confirm your age. This video may be inappropriate for some users". This is because the uploaded video content may contain vulgar language, sexually suggestive or nudity content, the portrayal of violence or dangerous activities, disturbing imagery. This is a very troublesome thing, you may be anxious to learn how to bypass YouTube age restriction, then here are several practical methods for you.

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Part 1: Watch Age Restricted YouTube Videos Online

Watch Restricted YouTube Videos

Age-restricted videos are not visible to those who are not logged in, under 18 years old, or have Restricted Mode turned on. You can remove the restriction by the following method:

1. Log in directly to your YouTube account and click the I UNDERSTAND AND WISH TO PROCEED button.

2. Update your age by visiting https://myaccount.google.com/u/0/birthday?pli=1 .

3. Go to the YouTube homepage, click on your avatar in the upper right corner, select the last item in the drop-down list, and switch Restricted Mode from off to on.

Of course, there is another simple trick, directly use "embed/" to replace "watch?v=" in the URL.

E.g: Change https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHChIrKqjNE to https://www.youtube.com/embed/rHChIrKqjNE

In this way, we can watch age restricted YouTube videos without signing in.

Part 2: Download Restricted YouTube Videos for Offline Playback

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Downloading YouTube video is a simple task as long as you find the right tool. Download age restricted YouTube videos will become a quite easy thing with the help of WonderFox Free HD Video Converter Factory . Most age-restricted videos require users to log in. This free video downloader doesn't require you to do that, just copy the YouTube video address and the download will start. You do not need to enter any personal data or information. In addition, it allows you to convert YouTube to numerous audio and video formats such as YouTube to WMV , YouTube to 3GP , YouTube to OGG and more. Most importantly, it is completely free and reliable.

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Before start, please free download free download and install the required software on your PC.

Step 1: Add URL into Age Restricted YouTube Video Downloader

Find the video you want to download and copy its URL. After you get the target link, launch the program you just installed and choose Downloader option on the main interface. Click the New Download button on the top menu bar. And paste the URL of age restricted YouTube video into the blank box.

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Step 2: Start to Download Video and Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

Click the Analyze button and the software will start analyzing the link and get the information for this video. When it finishes analyzing, you can select the output format and video size you want in following section.

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Step 3: Finish Video Downloading Process

Next, give the video a saving path, and finally, press the Download All button and start downloading age-restricted YouTube videos. While downloading the video, you can see the download process and the remaining time. When the download is complete, you can even add the downloaded videos to Converter for further editing and format conversion.

Method 2 - Bypass YouTube Age Restriction with Adding PWN to the Video URL

How to Download Restricted Videos from YouTube

Step 1: Find the YouTube video you want to download, copy its link, and add a PWN to the video URL, for example: change https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEEAPrCnaAU to https://pwnyoutube.com/watch?v=ZEEAPrCnaAU.

Step 2: Paste the new link into your browser and the page is redirected to the Deturl download page. Select one of the various video download websites to download your video.

Step 3: After clicking on the site, you will go to the new webpage and follow the prompts to get the video.

As you can see, bypass YouTube age restriction or solve the video is not available issue is a very easy task after you read this article. You can choose any method to download or watch age restricted YouTube videos according to your actual situation. Finally, you can follow more articles to solve other YouTube playback or download issues.

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How to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

Being the largest video-sharing platform in the world, YouTube has become an entertainment hub for people of all ages, including kids.

Although YouTube is a suitable platform for everyone, it does have some content that is not appropriate for minors. This is why YouTube imposes restrictions on certain content on the platform.

YouTube’s age restriction policy restricts content deemed unsuitable for kids. Although it is a helpful feature, it can be annoying, especially if a video you wanted to watch for a long time is off-limits.

Some ways can help you bypass YouTube age restriction barrier. In this article, we will tell you how that’s done.

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Ways to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction Policy

If you are signed into your Google account while watching YouTube videos, it will collect your age information from your Google account. However, if you are not logged in, you will have to confirm your age by signing in. Now if you are a minor and cannot watch certain content on YouTube, you should follow these methods to overcome the restriction.

Method 1: Change Settings on your Android or iPhone Device

  • Launch the YouTube application on your phone.
  • In the upper right corner, you will see your Profile Picture. Tap on it.

Youtube App Menu

  • Select Settings.
  • Select General in the Settings section.

Youtube App Settings

  • Now disable the option Restricted Mode.

Youtube General Settings

Method 2: Use NSFW YouTube

The short for NSFW is Not Safe For Work. This is a very popular way of unlocking age-restricted videos on YouTube. The steps are simple and easy to follow.

  • Visit the YouTube website from your browser and play a video that is restricted by age.
  • Click on the URL link of the video, which should appear somewhat like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XXgFIM13O4.

Youtube Video

  • To unlock the video, add the letters NSFW in the video link like this: https://www.NSFWyoutube.com/watch?v=4XXgFIM13O4.
  • After inserting the letters, click enter.
  • Now, your video will start playing.

Youtube Video On Nsfw

It should be noted that changing the video link will also change the website that YouTube does not own.

Method 3: Create a New Account

This is another easy way to bypass YouTube age restriction. All you need to do is create a new account and set your age above 18.

However, this method will not work for people living in Europe. This is because you will have to prove your age there. A solid workaround is to use a VPN and change your location to the US or some other country.

If you are accessing YouTube from a device with parental controls, you won’t be able to create a new account. You will need to keep all these things in mind before trying this method.

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Method 4: Use a YouTube Video Downloader

If you can’t watch the video on YouTube due to age restriction issues, download it on your device. For this, you will need a reliable YouTube video downloader. Luckily there are plenty of options available online, you can check out the best YouTube downloaders here , we prefer By Click Downloader .

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Once the video is saved on your device, there will be no restriction. Another advantage of downloading YouTube videos is that you can watch them whenever you want without going online.

Method 5: Use Embed Link

Using this method will require you to change a few letters in the video link to convert it into an embedded link. By doing so, you will be able to watch all age-restricted content on the platform. If you are unsure how this method works, follow the steps below.

  • Play an age-restricted YouTube video.
  • Click on the link to the video at the top. For example, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XXgFIM13O4.
  • To remove the age barrier, delete “watch?v=” from the video link and replace it with “embed/.” Now the link should appear like this: https://www.youtube.com/embed/4XXgFIM13O4.
  • Once you are done changing the link, hit the enter button.
  • This will start playing the video.

Youtube Embed Link

This method is similar to the NSFW method that we discussed above.

Method 6: Use Listen On Repeat

You can unblock all age-restricted content on YouTube by using “Listen On Repeat.” Just follow these steps, and you will be good to go.

  • Open the video that you can’t watch due to age restrictions.
  • Click on the URL at the top. For example https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XXgFIM13O4.
  • To remove the age restriction, replace “youtube” with “listenonrepeat” in the URL and remove “watch”. Here’s an example: https://www.listenonrepeat.com/?v=4XXgFIM13O4.
  • Once you are done with the above steps, the video should start playing.

Youtube Video On Listenonrepeat

Method 7: Use NewPipe on an Android Phone

NewPipe is a reliable app for watching age-restricted videos on YouTube. Since this app is not available in the Google Play store, you will have to download the apk file from the official site.

  • Launch a browser on your Android phone.
  • Go to the official GitHub of NewPipe.
  • Download the apk file of the NewPipe app. Make sure to get the latest version.

Newpipe Github Page

  • After downloading the apk file, install it on your phone.

Newpipe Install Android

  • Now open the app.

Newpipe App Homepage

  • Go to the top left corner of the screen; there will be three horizontal lines. Tap on it.

Newpipe Menu

  • Click the Settings option.

Newpipe Settings

  • Select Content.

Newpipe Content Settings

  • Enable the option that says Show Age Restricted Content.
  • Now search for age-restricted videos and watch them.

Method 8: Use FreeTube on the Computer

This software is similar to FreeTube and relatively easy to use. You can use this method when watching YouTube videos on your Mac or Windows computer. One thing we like about FreeTube is that it has zero ads, meaning you can watch videos without getting interrupted. Here are the steps you need to follow:

  • Download FreeTube on your computer. You can get it from the official site.

Freetube

  • After the file is downloaded, extract the application.
  • Once that is done, you are ready to run it.
  • Now paste the link to the age-restricted video you want to watch.

Method 9: Use a Proxy Website

You can watch age-restricted YouTube videos using a proxy website. However, this method is less safe than the others mentioned in this post. We suggest you keep it as your last resort. If you still want to try this method, here are the steps you need to follow.

  • Play the YouTube video that is age restricted.
  • Click on the link to the video. For example, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XXgFIM13O4.
  • Now open a new tab on your browser.
  • Go to this URL: https://www.proxysite.com/ .

Proxysite Dot Com

  • Next, copy and paste the video link in the Enter URL space on the proxy site.
  • Hit the Go button.

Method 10: Use PWN

This is another good way to remove age restrictions from YouTube videos. Here’s what you need to do:

  • Open the age-restricted video that you want to watch.
  • Click on the video URL. For example https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XXgFIM13O4.
  • Now type the letters “PWN” in the link. It will look somewhat like this: https://www.PWNyoutube.com/watch?v=4XXgFIM13O4.

Pwnyoutube Deturl

  • Hit the Enter button.
  • Click on the video, and it will start playing.

Pwnyoutube Deturl Play Video

Bypassing YouTube age restriction is easy if you follow the right approach. However, you should follow these methods with caution. There’s a reason that YouTube has this policy. So you shouldn’t take advantage of these methods.

Also read: 17 Best Free YouTube to MP3 Converter & Downloader Apps

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why some videos are age-restricted on youtube.

Some videos on YouTube are age-restricted because they are not appropriate for minors to watch.

Is it possible to bypass YouTube’s age restriction?

By following any of the methods mentioned above, you can easily bypass YouTube age restrictions.

Is using a proxy site risky to remove YouTube age restriction?

Using the proxy website to bypass YouTube age restriction can be risky.

How to download FreeTube?

You can download FreeTube from the official site.

Can I use NewPipe to unblock age-restricted videos on YouTube?

With NewPipe, you can watch any age-restricted video on YouTube. It is counted amongst the simplest methods to do so.

Is it safe to watch age-restricted videos on YouTube?

Some video content is inappropriate for kids to watch. Unless you are above the age of 18, you shouldn’t try to bypass YouTube age restrictions.

What is YouTube’s age restriction policy?

YouTube’s age restriction policy prevents children from seeing inappropriate content. You need to be above 18 years to watch such content.

Can a 12-year-old create a YouTube account?

To create a YouTube account, you must be at least 13 years old.

How many YouTube accounts can I create?

You can create as many YouTube accounts as you like.

Is YouTube a safe platform?

Yes, YouTube is a safe video-sharing site.

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  • January 14, 2023

The age restriction policy of Youtube is also one of many policies which keep the content on this platform safe for work and for underage users. The age restriction term prohibits the users from accessing potentially inappropriate content without signing into their respective Youtube account. As Youtube is a multi-age group platform, it needs to strictly enforce terms and conditions like the age restriction policy to make sure proper content is accessible to the audience.

Before, there used to be many workarounds that allowed its users to watch age-restricted content without signing into their Youtube account, But in the recent updates, Youtube has patched almost all third-party access to age-restricted videos. Thus, there’s only a handful of options available for you if you wish to access age-restricted videos.

Today, we will take a brief overview of the age restriction policy of Youtube and understand the benefits and harm of bypassing the Age restriction on the platform. Kindly note that the following guide is for informational purposes only. Here, you will find out how to bypass the content warning message on an age-restricted Youtube video without signing into your Youtube account. Make sure you follow the guide until the end to find the perfect solution for yourself.

Youtube Age Restriction Bypass Overview

The age restriction policy on Youtube is a helpful tool for the platform as well as its users. It allows the content creators to publish mature content without the fear of needing to take it down later on. Content creators can select whether the video is suitable for children or not before publishing it for the best results. Also, the age restriction policy prevents younger and more volatile audiences from getting influenced by matured and unsafe content.

The age restriction policy will not allow you to watch a certain Youtube video without logging into your account. Once you are logged in, Youtube verifies your age from your date of birth and decides whether you are allowed to watch the content or not. In most cases, you will be able to watch the age-restricted content by simply logging into your Youtube account if you are older than 18 years. Otherwise, you will have to bypass the age restriction on Youtube.

There are many simple methods to bypass Youtube’s age restriction policies which include some third-party applications and websites. Although, we will strongly recommend you to only utilize these solutions if you are older than 18 years. These solutions will save you from potential data theft as well by allowing you to watch these videos without logging into a public computer.

As we mentioned earlier, there are only a handful of solutions remaining that successfully allow you to watch an age-restricted video. Due to the recent and frequent changes in Youtube’s terms and conditions, some of these solutions might not work for you, depending on your region and network. Thus, we will recommend you test all of the solutions so that you can find the best and long-term solution to bypass age restriction on Youtube.

Also, keep in mind that some of these solutions include using third-party applications and websites which might introduce inappropriate advertisements. Thus, make sure you take proper precautions before accessing these websites.

1. Using FreeTube on a Computer

The safest and easiest method to bypass the age restriction problem on Youtube is to download and use the FreeTube application on your system. Fortunately, FreeTube is available for Windows as well as macOS devices. Thus, it can be used on your computer, laptop, or even your MacBook. You will be able to download and use FreeTube on your system by following these steps:

  • First of all, you will have to download the FreeTube application on your computer. To do that, simply visit https://freetubeapp.io.
  • On this website, you will find all the necessary information about the applications. Scroll down until you find the download section.
  •  In this section, you will find download links for various platforms , including Windows, Linux, Ubuntu, macOS, etc. Choose your platform and download the package.

Using FreeTube on a Computer

  • This will download the file on your computer if you have selected the .zip format , you will have to extract the zip file before you can install the applications.
  • Once you get the .exe file, double click on it and install it on your computer.
  • After successful installation, you will see the shortcut icon on your desktop. Double click that to access the software.
  • Now, you can either search for the video that you want to watch or simply copy/paste the URL of the video from your browser.
  • Once the video is obtained, it will be played directly. Thus, bypassing the youtube age restriction policy.

2. Using NewPipe on an Android

As FreeTube is an application for Windows and macOS devices, NewPipe is a dedicated Android application that lets you watch age-restricted videos on your smartphone without signing into your profile. Although. NewPipe is not officially allowed on the Google play store. Hence, you will have to download the application from a third-party website.

Before you download the application, make sure the website is genuine and will not introduce any virus in your smartphone. To be safe, we will include a download link for the application right here. Follow the instructions given below to download the NewPipe application on your Android smartphone:

  • Open the web browser on your smartphone and visit the following page: Newpipe.net

newpipe download

  • Then, click on the “Get newPipe” option available on the top. This will redirect you directly to the download page. You can also learn more about the application on this page.
  • On the download page, select the proper apk file for your Android version and click on the download icon.
  • This will download the file on your drive.
  • If you are using a computer to download the apk, simply copy the file to your smartphone in order to install it.
  • Click on the apk file on your smartphone and install the application. You might have to grant permission to install apk files to Google chrome.
  • Once the app is installed, you will see its icon on your home screen.
  • Launch the application.
  • You will find the user interface of NewPipe quite similar to the Youtube mobile app.
  • Here, you can search for the video that you wish to watch. Once started, the application will not prompt you to sign in if you are watching an age-restricted video.

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Conclusion:

Youtube’s age restriction policy has been introduced for a very long time now, and it is functional in most regions of the world. Hence, it gets a little bit tricky to watch age-restricted videos without signing in to your account. We hope that you will find at least one working solution from our list which will allow you to watch age-restricted videos directly. Although, we will only recommend following these solutions under an adult’s supervision so that you can be safe from harmful content.

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Restricted Mode is an optional setting that you can use on YouTube. This feature can help screen out potentially mature content that you or others using your devices may prefer not to view. 

Computers in libraries, universities, and other public institutions may have Restricted Mode turned on by a network administrator.

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  • Sign in to your account .

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  • At the bottom, click Restricted Mode .
  • In the top-right box that opens, to turn Restricted Mode on or off, click Activate Restricted Mode .

Troubleshoot problems with turning off Restricted Mode

If you’ve entered your username and password, and Restricted Mode remains on, you can check your settings on the YouTube content restrictions page for more info. The tool will assess whether an administrator set up these restrictions, or if they are on your personal account. A check mark will display beside the relevant restriction. If more help is needed, the tool will guide you toward the next step for troubleshooting.

Note: Some mobile network providers offer content filters. These filters restrict the type of web content that you can access when your device is connected to their mobile network. Check the YouTube content restrictions page to see if you have any network or account level restrictions. A check mark will display beside the relevant restriction, and the text below will indicate the restriction level. If your DNS restrictions are on, and the level is set to “moderate” or “strict," you have content filtering turned on. Try contacting your mobile network provider to find out how to manage or turn off this setting.

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If you’re a parent using the Family Link app, you can turn on Restricted Mode for your child's account if they’re not eligible for a supervised experience on YouTube. Learn how to turn on Restricted Mode in the Family Link app's settings .

When Restricted Mode is turned on in Family Link, your child can't change the Restricted Mode settings on any device they’re signed in to.

Note : You can’t set up Restricted Mode for your child if they:

  • Are over 13 (or the relevant age in your country/region ), unless you created their supervised Google Account before they reached this age.
  • Are over 13 (or the relevant age in your country/region ) and have taken over management of their account.
  • Live in the European Union, you set up supervision for them before April 2021, and they were under the relevant age  then.

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  • We use many signals, like video title, description, metadata, Community Guidelines reviews, and age restrictions to identify and filter out potentially mature content.
  • Restricted Mode is available in every language, but due to differences in cultural norms and sensitivities, the quality may vary.
  • When Restricted Mode is turned on, you can't view comments on the videos you watch.
  • Restricted Mode works on the browser or device level, so you must turn it on for each browser you use. If your browser or device supports multiple profiles, you must turn on this mode for each profile.
  • Creators : Learn about how Restricted Mode impacts your content .

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  • Open the Home app on your mobile device.
  • Tap the Speaker or Smart Display you would like to modify.
  • Tap Settings .
  • Tap Notifications & digital wellbeing.
  • Tap YouTube Settings .
  • You can turn on or off Restricted Mode for yourself, and
  • If you’re a device manager, you can turn on or off Restricted Mode for all other users.

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  5. Alternative Methods for Accessing Age-Restricted Content on YouTube

  6. How to Remove age Restriction on YouTube (Laptop/PC)

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  1. Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass

    As a fallback (in case that the API bypass methods does not work) an open source Account Proxy Server is used. This allows you to watch all types of age-restricted videos on YouTube and YouTube Music without age verification and without the need to be signed in. All videos will be unlocked automatically!

  2. 8 Safe, Easy Ways to Bypass Age Restrictions on YouTube Videos

    The easiest method is to sign in with an adult Google account. Whether your YouTube account is under 18 or you just want to watch the video anonymously without using your main account, creating a new Google/YouTube account is the simplest way to get past age restrictions.

  3. How to Watch Flagged YouTube Videos Without Logging In

    Use these methods to help bypass YouTube's age restriction. Want to watch age-restricted or NSFW YouTube videos without logging in? Use these methods to help bypass YouTube's age restriction. ... Microsoft Edge, Safari, Opera Next, and Firefox, but we tested it on Brave and it worked just fine there, too. Tampermonkey is an extension that ...

  4. How to watch age-restricted content on YouTube without signing in to

    Personally, I've been using the "Violentmonkey" extension + the "Simple Youtube age restriction bypass" script for several years and I'm very satisfied. As for the other option you recommend - using "piped.video" - I know about that option, but at least for me it doesn't offer 2160p viewing.

  5. Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

    Option 1: Bypass YouTube Age Restriction with NSFW. This option is by far the fastest way to override the age restriction and requires little more than adding a few letters to the start of the URL. The letters NSFW stand for 'Not Safe For Work'. With this option you should be aware that as you have changed the URL. you will be changing ...

  6. what websites should I use to bypass YouTube age verification?

    Archived post. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Use NewPipe. It bypasses age restriction by default. Why don't you want to make a new Google account with 18+ age? I was so annoyed when they brought that in because I couldn't verify it with one of those pre-loaded debit cards you can buy.

  7. Watch Age-Restricted YouTube Videos Without Signing In

    Let's say your internet research takes you to a video on YouTube with an age restriction. You want to watch it (you know—for research purposes) but you don't remember your YouTube login ...

  8. 9 Ways To Easily Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

    This method also involves making some changes in the URL of the restricted video. To bypass the age restriction on Youtube videos using "Listen On Repeat", follow these steps: 1. Open the YouTube video having an age restriction. 2. Click on the video's URL link and check the URL of the restricted video.

  9. Turn Restricted Mode on or off on YouTube

    Note: Some mobile network providers offer content filters.These filters restrict the type of web content that you can access when your device is connected to their mobile network. Check the YouTube content restrictions page to see if you have any network or account level restrictions. A check mark will display beside the relevant restriction, and the text below will indicate the restriction level.

  10. Bypass YouTube Age Restrictions

    Follow the below steps to easily bypass the age-restricted content using "Listen on Repeat". Step 1: Go to the YouTube video which shows an age restriction. Step 2: In the address bar, you will be able to see the link to the video. Click on it and check the URL of the restricted video.

  11. 5 Ways to ByPass YouTube Age Restriction in 2023

    Step 1. Install the Tampermonkey extension for your web browser. Step 2. Add "Simple-YouTube-Age-Restriction-Bypass.user.js" by clicking this link. Step 3. Go to YouTube to watch any age-restricted video, which will be unlocked automatically.

  12. How To Watch Age Restricted YouTube Videos Without Logging ...

    Confirm that you are logged in to Youtube by viewing your profile picture in the top-right corner. If you are not logged in, then you may do so using the steps in the section above. Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner. Click on your profile. Click on the Restricted Mode settings from the drop-down menu.

  13. How to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

    In the General menu, scroll down until you see Restricted Mode. If the Restricted Mode is turned on, it'll have a blue button on the right side. Tap it to disable this mode. Alternatively, you ...

  14. How to Bypass YouTube Age-Restriction in 2024

    Here's what you need to do: Launch the YouTube app on your Android device. Tap on the profile icon to access your account. Open " Settings " from the account menu. Tap on " General " and find the " Restricted Mode " option. Disable the "Restricted Mode " to bypass YouTube age restriction on Android.

  15. How to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction and Watch Age ...

    Age-restricted videos are not visible to those who are not logged in, under 18 years old, or have Restricted Mode turned on. You can remove the restriction by the following method:

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  17. How to Bypass YouTube Age Restriction

    Method 3: Create a New Account. This is another easy way to bypass YouTube age restriction. All you need to do is create a new account and set your age above 18. However, this method will not work for people living in Europe. This is because you will have to prove your age there.

  18. Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass

    How it works. This extension uses some API tricks to access age-restricted videos from YouTube anonymously. As a fallback (in case that the API bypass methods does not work) an open source Account Proxy Server is used. This allows you to watch all types of age-restricted videos on YouTube and YouTube Music without age verification and without the need to be signed in.

  19. Can You Bypass YouTube Age Restriction?

    Click on your profile at the top right corner. Scroll down on the menu that appears. Click on Restricted Mode. Click on the toggle: Activate restricted mode. If the toggle turns gray in color, age restriction is turned off. This setting will be applied to only the browser that you used to turn off restricted mode.

  20. Easy Ways to Bypass Youtube Age Restriction

    In most cases, you will be able to watch the age-restricted content by simply logging into your Youtube account if you are older than 18 years. Otherwise, you will have to bypass the age restriction on Youtube. There are many simple methods to bypass Youtube's age restriction policies which include some third-party applications and websites.

  21. Simple YouTube Age Restriction Bypass

    \n. This extension uses some API tricks to access age-restricted videos from YouTube anonymously. As a fallback (in case that the API bypass methods does not work) an open source Account Proxy Server is used. This allows you to watch all types of age-restricted videos on YouTube and YouTube Music without age verification and without the need to be signed in.

  22. Turn Restricted Mode on or off on YouTube

    Tap Notifications & digital wellbeing. Tap YouTube Settings. There are two ways you can control Restricted Mode settings for your Smart Display: You can turn on or off Restricted Mode for yourself, and. If you're a device manager, you can turn on or off Restricted Mode for all other users. Note: Restricted Mode is set at the device level.

  23. YouTube Age Restrictions: Can Your Child Bypass Them?

    Since many people search for YouTube age restriction bypass tools, NSFW YouTube has become one of the popular YouTube age restriction bypass websites with its login-free feature. But you should know that YouTube has age restrictions in place for a reason, primarily to protect younger viewers from potentially inappropriate or harmful content.