YouTube Slowing Down For These Users

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YouTube is now working slowly for many users as highlighted in a report.

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The platform is acting on the use ad blockers which is against its policies.

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YouTube viewers already were getting pop-up box for using ad-blockers.

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Now the platform is loading slowly for many people who use YouTube on their browsers.

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The latest update on YouTube is unlikely to please millions of users who want to avoid seeing ads.

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YouTube pointed out that using ad blockers restricts its ability to pay creators.

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But slowing down the platform is a clear violation of the internet, where people should get the same experience.

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YouTube has urged people to stop using blockers or just pay for the Premium service for ad-free videos.

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YouTube Premium is available for individuals and as a family-sharing plan.

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