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How to Turn Off YouTube Autoplay

Turn off YouTube autoplay with the Autoplay switch on the video player, or in the app’s settings. Once it’s off, YouTube stops playing the next video automatically.

Updated
Time
1 minute
Difficulty
Easy
Applies to
Android, iPhone, Web

By Published Sep 25, 2026

Quick answer

  1. 1 Start playing any video.
  2. 2 Tap the Autoplay switch at the top of the player (bottom on a computer).
  3. 3 Check that it says Autoplay is off.
On this page
  1. Use the Autoplay switch on the player
  2. Turn it off in the app settings
  3. Frequently asked questions

Method 1 Use the Autoplay switch on the player

  1. Step 1: Play a video

    Open any video in the YouTube app or on youtube.com.

  2. Step 2: Tap the Autoplay switch

    In the app, tap the video to show the controls; the switch is at the top of the player. On a computer, it’s in the controls at the bottom.

  3. Step 3: Check it’s off

    You’ll see Autoplay is off. The setting is saved for your account on that device.

Method 2 Turn it off in the app settings

  1. Step 1: Open Settings

    Tap your profile picture, then the gear icon or Settings.

  2. Step 2: Turn off Autoplay next video

    Tap Autoplay and turn off Autoplay next video.

Frequently asked questions

Why does autoplay turn back on?

The setting is saved per device and per account. Turn it off on each device you use, and make sure you’re signed in.

Does this stop videos playing in my home feed?

No. Previews in your feed are a separate setting called Playback in feeds.

Summary

Tap the Autoplay switch on the player, or turn off Autoplay next video in settings.

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Written by

James Chambo

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James is the Founder and Senior Editor of OnlineHow with more than 20 years of experience in internet publishing.