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iSponsorBlockTV

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Self-hosted app to auto-skip sponsor segments & mute ads on YouTube TV, using SponsorBlock API.

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v2.9.0 · 3.3 MB

Auto-skip YouTube sponsors & ads on your TV with zero hardware modification.

Core Features

  • Auto-skip sponsors, intros, outros based on SponsorBlock database
  • Mute and click 'Skip Ad' on YouTube ads instantly
  • Works with Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Android TV, Chromecast, Roku, Fire TV, Xbox, PS
  • No root, no VPN – pure software solution
  • Pair via YouTube TV code or auto-discovery

What It Can't Do

  • •YouTube recently changed screen ID format, breaking existing pairings – you will need to re-pair. Ad muting does not work when using AirPlay for audio output. Shorts are not fully supported.

Use Cases

  • Block annoying sponsor segments when watching YouTube on TV
  • Make YouTube child-friendly by auto-skipping ads and intros
  • Simple self-hosted alternative to browser extensions for smart TVs

iSponsorBlockTV is a self-hosted application that connects to your YouTube TV device and automatically skips unwanted segments (sponsors, intros, outros) via the SponsorBlock API. It also mutes and skips YouTube ads as soon as they appear. Works with Apple TV, Samsung TV, LG TV, Android TV, Chromecast, Roku, Fire TV, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Designed for users who want ad-free YouTube on their TV without modifying hardware or using a VPN.

Tags

sponsorblockyoutube-tvad-blockerself-hostedskip-sponsorssmart-tv

Getting Started

1

Download installer

Click the button above to download the installer for your system

Linux· 3.3 MBmacOS· 2.8 MBWindows· 3.8 MB
2

Install the software

Install the appropriate package for your distro (dpkg / rpm / AppImage)

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Step 1: Run iSponsorBlockTV on any networked computer (Docker or Python)

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Step 2: Open YouTube TV app on your device, go to settings and get the pairing code

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Step 3: Enter the code in iSponsorBlockTV’s interface or wait for auto-discovery

Install Guide
  1. Step 1: Run iSponsorBlockTV on any networked computer (Docker or Python)
  2. Step 2: Open YouTube TV app on your device, go to settings and get the pairing code
  3. Step 3: Enter the code in iSponsorBlockTV’s interface or wait for auto-discovery
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Uninstall Info

Stop the iSponsorBlockTV process or remove the Docker container. No changes needed on the TV device.

No Extra Dependencies

Ready to use after download. No additional runtime required.

Project Info
LicenseGNU GPLv3
Last Updated2026-06-26 14:00:09
GitHub RepositoryOfficial Website

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