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This function on YouTube will consume you mobile data without you knowing – deactivate it in less than 1 minute

Softonic Editorial Team

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If YouTube is one of your most-used apps on your Android device, you will have realized that the platform has recently added autoplay to its videos. This system means another video will automatically start playing as soon as you have finished watching another.

So, why is YouTube doing this?

This function on YouTube will consume you mobile data without you knowing – deactivate it in less than 1 minute

Well, one of its fundamental objectives is to make sure you watch more videos without stopping – you may have even noticed it’s happening on the web version too. And the problem? Well, if you’re a sucker for YouTube videos, the chances are you’ll get pulled in and spend days with your eyes glued to the screen, at the same time, allowing the app to devour your mobile data (which for many of you is limited).

But don’t fear! We’ve got a quick and easy way to turn off this option and save that precious data for a rainy day!

How to turn off autoplay on YouTube

1) Go to Settings on the YouTube app

2) Disable the Autoplay found in the General menu

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It’s as simple as that! No longer with you receive those annoying and invasive suggestions – but you’re less likely to consume all your data within a week!

Softonic Editorial Team

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