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YouTube could be testing a three-strikes policy for ad blocking

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YouTube could be testing a three-strikes policy for ad blocking

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YouTube could be testing a three-strikes policy for ad blocking (Update)

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A Redditor has discovered a popup on YouTube, warning them of a three-strikes policy for blocking ads. YouTube has since confirmed the test.

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I use vinegar on iOS, which exchanges the youtube player with a html5 play, at least in safari. No ads there

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