When I access YouTube on brave I can’t watch most videos. There are a few exceptions where I can watch a video but 99% of the time I am met with this error Playback ID: hq1Yh-4zQhwROHTb
**Did the issue present with default Shields settings?
not really sure what I am supposed to do or gain from this link
Does the site function as expected when Shields are turned off?
Yes it does
**Is there a specific Shields configuration that causes the site to break? If so, tell us that configuration.
I don’t see where it would tell me this. But when I enable trackers and ads it does play but doesn’t this defeat the purpose of brave?
Does the site work as expected when using Chrome?
Yes
@Sadge,
Can you please tell me what OS you’re having this issue on? Additionally, can you tell me if you’re able to watch YT content when viewing it in a Private browsing window?
@Sadge,
Thank you for confirming. I’m inclined to think this is either an extension issue or a cookies/cache issue — most likely the latter.
Can you please try visiting youtube.com, clicking the “lock” icon in the address bar, then Site settings --> Clear data. Refresh the page then test again to see if the issue is resolved.
I have too many ad blockers maybe? I have AdGuard AdBlocker and Ghostery. When I disabled one of the blockers the video will play. It doesn’t matter which one I just cant run both at the same time. I’m not sure if these came from my last browser or not honestly. Are these even necessary with Brave?
That’s very strange. And no, not really — there may be some additional options for what is/isn’t blocked in browser with these extension but overall, Brave’s Shields handle most of if not all of the same type of ad/tracker blocking.