Limit the Number and Duration of Unskippable Ads on YouTube


Limit the Number and Duration of Unskippable Ads on YouTube
The Issue
YouTube, the world's most popular video platform, has seen a significant increase in the number and length of unskippable ads, which severely hamper the user experience. A recent survey showed that 73% of users find the number of ads and their unskippable nature irritating and disruptive. We understand that as a platform, YouTube relies heavily on ad revenues, but the volume and duration of unskippable ads have crossed a threshold, causing significant dissatisfaction among users. We are supporters of content creators and we fully support the idea of a balanced approach to advertising that respects both the income of creators and the user experience. We ask you, YouTube, to revisit your ad strategies and to reduce the frequency and length of unskippable ads, as this directly impacts the viewer's enjoyment. We are not asking for a completely ad-free environment, but rather a more balanced and manageable ad policy. Allow your users to enjoy their chosen content without undue interruption. Please sign this petition to support a better viewer experience on YouTube.
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The Issue
YouTube, the world's most popular video platform, has seen a significant increase in the number and length of unskippable ads, which severely hamper the user experience. A recent survey showed that 73% of users find the number of ads and their unskippable nature irritating and disruptive. We understand that as a platform, YouTube relies heavily on ad revenues, but the volume and duration of unskippable ads have crossed a threshold, causing significant dissatisfaction among users. We are supporters of content creators and we fully support the idea of a balanced approach to advertising that respects both the income of creators and the user experience. We ask you, YouTube, to revisit your ad strategies and to reduce the frequency and length of unskippable ads, as this directly impacts the viewer's enjoyment. We are not asking for a completely ad-free environment, but rather a more balanced and manageable ad policy. Allow your users to enjoy their chosen content without undue interruption. Please sign this petition to support a better viewer experience on YouTube.
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Petition created on 27 February 2025