How to Check Dislike Count on YouTube – All Browsers
YouTube recently removed the dislike count button (not the dislike button itself) to stop the “negativity and harassment” towards content creators. But it comes at a cost as users can no longer crosscheck the credibility of the videos. The only option is to check the comments section which takes more time than just peaking at the likes and dislikes count. Also, if there is no dislike count, then what is the purpose of the dislike button? Apparently, dislikes for videos are still counted, but only the creator of the channel can see them. Fortunately, there is an extension that helps check dislike count on YouTube on any browser.
How to Check Dislike Count for YouTube Videos
The process is straightforward as you just need to install the extension. Once done, the extension pulls the dislike count using Google’s YouTube API. However, unfortunately, Google will stop giving YouTube API dislike data beginning on December 13th. But fret not, the extension will still be relevant, read till the end to find out why.
Check YouTube Video Dislike Count on Chrome
1.If you are using Chrome or any of the Chromium-based browsers likeEdge or Brave, open theReturn YouTube Dislike Chrome extension pageon Chrome Web Store.
2.Here, click on theAdd to Chromebutton and then click on theAdd Extensionin the pop-up.
That’s it, the installation process is done. There aren’t any settings to be configured. You may not see the results straight away but fret not. Just reload the YouTube page to allow the extension to pull data using API.
Check YouTube Video Dislike Count on Firefox
Firefox extension repository, or add-on as they like to call it, is not as extensive as Chrome’s but fortunately, the developer made one for red fox lovers.
1.OpenReturn YouTube Dislikepage.
2.Here click onAdd to Firefoxbutton to begin the installation process.
That’s it, the add-on will be added and activated. You just need to reload the YouTube page to view dislikes count.
Check YouTube Video Dislike Count on Safari
Return YouTube Dislike is only available for Chrome, Chromium-based browsers, and Firefox. If you want to get this feature on other browsers such as Safari, you need to manually download the user script and install it on your browser. One of the best and easiest ways to do it is by using the Tampermonkey extension.
1.Download theTampermonkeyextension on Safari but is also available on other browsers.
2.Once installed, openReturn YouTube Dislike’s homepageand click on theUserscriptoption.
3.This will redirect you to the Tampermonkey website where you’re able to install the user script by clicking on theInstalloption. Once done, the page will close itself.
That’s it, you have successfully installed the extension on Safari or other unsupported browsers.
Things to Note
Wrapping Up: Show Dislikes Count on YouTube Video
The extension works as advertised and also displays the accurate dislike count when you hover on it which makes it even better than the original feature. But there are two downsides ⏤ the YouTube API will discontinue which will reduce the accuracy in the near future and the extension takes a few seconds to load the dislikes.
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Ravi Teja KNTS
Tech writer with over 4 years of experience at TechWiser, where he has authored more than 700 articles on AI, Google apps, Chrome OS, Discord, and Android. His journey started with a passion for discussing technology and helping others in online forums, which naturally grew into a career in tech journalism. Ravi’s writing focuses on simplifying technology, making it accessible and jargon-free for readers. When he’s not breaking down the latest tech, he’s often immersed in a classic film – a true cinephile at heart.
