š What is SponsorBlock?
SponsorBlock is a community-driven browser extension and mobile app feature that automatically skips sponsored segments in YouTube videos. Integrated into ReVanced, it provides seamless skipping of unwanted content.
How SponsorBlock Works
- Community Database: Users submit timestamps of sponsored content
- Crowdsourced Data: Millions of users contribute segment information
- Automatic Skipping: App automatically jumps over marked segments
- Real-time Updates: New submissions update in real-time
- Multiple Categories: Different types of skippable content
ā° Time Saved
Over 4,000 years of content skipped globally
š„ Active Users
Millions of users worldwide
š Segments
Billions of segments in database
š SponsorBlock Categories
šÆ Sponsor
Default: Skip
Paid promotions and product sponsorships within videos. The most commonly skipped category.
- Product sponsorships
- Paid promotions
- Brand partnerships
- Affiliate marketing
šµ Intro
Default: Skip
Introductory content including animations, music, and channel branding before main content starts.
- Intro animations
- Channel branding
- Theme music
- Opening sequences
š¬ Outro
Default: Skip
End screens, credits, and closing content after main video concludes.
- End screens
- Credits and thanks
- Channel outros
- Closing animations
š Interaction Reminder
Default: Skip
Reminders to like, subscribe, ring the bell, or comment on the video.
- "Like and subscribe" requests
- Bell icon reminders
- Comment requests
- Engagement calls-to-action
š¢ Self Promotion
Default: Manual Skip
Creator promoting their own content, merchandise, or services.
- Merchandise promotion
- Patreon/membership plugs
- Other video recommendations
- Social media promotion
š Non-Music Section
Default: Manual Skip
In music videos, sections without music (talking, skits, or interruptions).
- Talking segments in music videos
- Comedy skits
- Music video interruptions
- Non-musical content
š¤ Filler Tangent
Default: Show
Tangential content that doesn't directly relate to the main topic.
- Off-topic discussions
- Unrelated stories
- Random tangents
- Filler content
āļø Configuring SponsorBlock in ReVanced
Accessing SponsorBlock Settings
- Open YouTube ReVanced
- Go to Settings (profile picture ā Settings)
- Find "ReVanced" or "SponsorBlock" section
- Tap "SponsorBlock" settings
Category Configuration Options
šÆ Optimal SponsorBlock Configuration
Recommended Settings for Most Users
| Category | Recommended Setting | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Sponsor | Skip Automatically | Save time, avoid interruptions |
| Intro | Skip Automatically | Get to content faster |
| Outro | Manual Skip | May contain important info |
| Interaction Reminder | Skip Automatically | Reduces repetitive requests |
| Self Promotion | Manual Skip | Sometimes relevant to viewers |
| Non-Music Section | Show in Seek Bar | Context dependent |
| Filler Tangent | Show in Seek Bar | May contain valuable content |
š ļø Advanced SponsorBlock Features
Minimum Segment Duration
Set minimum length for segments to be skipped. Prevents skipping very short segments that might be incorrectly marked.
- Default: 0 seconds - Skip all marked segments
- 2-5 seconds - Skip segments longer than this duration
- Custom duration - Set your preferred minimum
Visual Indicators
- Seek Bar Colors: Different colors for different categories
- Skip Notifications: Toast messages when segments are skipped
- Progress Indicators: Show skipped time in video info
- Category Labels: Display category names in notifications
API and Submission Settings
- Enable Submissions: Allow contributing new segments
- API Endpoint: Configure custom SponsorBlock server
- User ID: Track your contribution statistics
- Voting System: Vote on segment accuracy
š Contributing to SponsorBlock
How to Submit Segments
- Enable Submissions: Turn on contribution mode in settings
- Watch for Segments: Identify sponsored or skippable content
- Mark Start/End: Use built-in tools to mark timestamps
- Select Category: Choose appropriate segment type
- Submit for Review: Community will verify your submission
Submission Guidelines
- Accuracy: Mark precise start and end times
- Relevance: Only mark content that fits categories
- Quality: Don't mark valuable content as filler
- Consistency: Follow community standards
Community Benefits
- Help Others: Save time for millions of users
- Earn Reputation: Build contribution score
- Improve Database: Make SponsorBlock more accurate
- Recognition: Get acknowledged for quality contributions
ā” SponsorBlock Performance Tips
Optimizing for Best Experience
- Stable Internet: Ensure good connection for real-time updates
- Regular Updates: Keep ReVanced updated for latest features
- Cache Management: Clear cache if experiencing issues
- Battery Optimization: Disable battery optimization for ReVanced
Troubleshooting Common Issues
ā Segments Not Skipping
- Check internet connection
- Verify SponsorBlock is enabled
- Clear app cache and restart
- Update to latest ReVanced version
ā° Wrong Skip Timing
- Report incorrect segments
- Vote on segment accuracy
- Submit corrections if needed
- Wait for community verification
šÆ Missing Categories
- Update SponsorBlock database
- Check category settings
- Contribute missing segments
- Verify video has submissions
š SponsorBlock Statistics
Impact and Usage Data
ā±ļø Time Saved Daily
Over 100,000 hours saved every day across all users worldwide
š¹ Videos Covered
Millions of videos have SponsorBlock segments marked
š Global Reach
Used in every country with YouTube access
ā” Skip Rate
95%+ accuracy rate for automatically skipped segments
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