https://github.com/namin/twitter-x-video-blocker
(vibe-coded) Chrome extension to block videos from (dis)playing on Twitter/X
https://github.com/namin/twitter-x-video-blocker
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(vibe-coded) Chrome extension to block videos from (dis)playing on Twitter/X
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/namin/twitter-x-video-blocker
- Owner: namin
- License: mit
- Created: 2025-07-11T01:28:17.000Z (3 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-07-11T01:40:40.000Z (3 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-07-11T06:32:59.696Z (3 months ago)
- Topics: blocker, chrome-extension, twitter, vibe-coded
- Language: JavaScript
- Homepage:
- Size: 17.6 KB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 0
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# (vibe-coded) Video Blocker for Twitter/X
A Chrome extension that blocks all videos on Twitter/X with a simple toggle interface.
## Features
- 🚫 Blocks all videos on Twitter/X (x.com and twitter.com)
- 🔄 Easy toggle on/off via extension popup
- 💾 Remembers your preference across browser sessions
- ⚡ Works on dynamically loaded content
- 🎨 Clean, Twitter-style interface
## Installation
1. Download or clone this repository
2. Open Chrome and go to `chrome://extensions/`
3. Enable "Developer mode" (toggle in top right)
4. Click "Load unpacked" and select the extension folder
5. The Video Blocker icon will appear in your toolbar
## Usage
1. **Automatic blocking**: Videos are blocked by default when you visit Twitter/X
2. **Toggle blocking**: Click the extension icon to enable/disable video blocking
3. **Visual feedback**: Blocked videos show a "Video blocked" message instead
## How It Works
When enabled, the extension:
- Hides all video elements on Twitter/X pages
- Replaces them with a "Video blocked" placeholder
- Continuously monitors for new videos as you scroll
- Maintains your preference across browser sessions
## Browser Support
- ✅ Chrome (recommended)
- ✅ Microsoft Edge
- ❌ Firefox (different manifest format required)
## Screenshots
The extension popup shows a simple toggle:
```
┌─────────────────────┐
│ Video Blocker │
│ for Twitter/X │
│ │
│ Block Videos [●] │
│ │
│ Videos are blocked │
└─────────────────────┘
```
Blocked videos appear as:
```
┌─────────────────────────────────┐
│ 🚫 │
│ Video blocked by Video Blocker │
│ extension │
└─────────────────────────────────┘
```
## Privacy
This extension:
- ✅ Only runs on Twitter/X websites
- ✅ Stores preferences locally in your browser
- ✅ Does not collect or transmit any data
- ✅ Does not require account permissions
## Troubleshooting
**Videos still showing?**
- Try refreshing the page
- Check that the extension is enabled in `chrome://extensions/`
- Click the extension icon to verify blocking is turned on
**Extension not working?**
- Make sure you're on twitter.com or x.com
- Try disabling and re-enabling the extension
- Check browser console for errors
## Acknowledgements
Made by Claude Code (Opus 4).
## Development
See [DEV.md](DEV.md) for technical documentation and development setup.
## License
MIT License - feel free to modify and distribute.