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Microsoft Edge users are facing problems in browsing YouTube, this is the big reason behind it

YouTube New Update: Google is reportedly blocking Microsoft Edge users from activating Strict Tracking Protection mode because it believes ad blockers violate YouTube's terms of service. If you are a Microsoft Edge user with Strict Tracking Protection Mode active, then you may face problems in watching YouTube videos. YouTube is testing a redesign in the mobile Android app.

Muskan Kumawat Journalist

Oct 14, 2023 • 3:25 PM

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“Microsoft Edge users are facing problems in browsing YouTube, this is the big reason behind it”

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14 Oct 2023

Google is reportedly blocking some Microsoft Edge users from watching YouTube videos if they have the "Strict" tracking protection mode activated. Strict Tracking Protection mode blocks ads.

According to a report in Windows Latest, the move comes as Google tries to crack down on ad-blockers, which could prevent the company from generating revenue from advertising. Let us tell you the complete news in detail.

According to the report, Google is preventing Microsoft Edge users from activating Strict Tracking Protection mode because it believes ad blockers violate YouTube's terms of service. If you are a Microsoft Edge user with Strict Tracking Protection Mode active, you may face trouble watching YouTube videos. You can fix this problem by turning off the Strict Tracking Protection mode or switching to a different browser.

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