#web browser extension YouTube

Just like the tool being used in Netflix Party, the StreamParty is a web browser extension that allows people to experience synchronized video playback and live chat on their PCs or laptops for free. Unlike any other extensions, this one doesn't require people to have a paid premium subscription to YouTube. The beta test is currently open for Chrome and Firefox users, but future updates will include compatibility with other web browsers such as Opera and Brave. Step 2: Click 'Join Beta.' You'll be redirected to the Chrome Web Store of the extension. If you're going to use Netflix and Disney+, make sure to log-in first through the web browser before using it. Do note that they could only join the room once they installed the extension on their Chrome browsers and clicked the StreamParty icon. These browsers allowed videos to continue playing even when the screen was locked or when switching apps — a feature meant to be exclusive to YouTube Premium. While some non-Premium users may have previously been able to access this through mobile web browsers in certain scenarios, we have updated the experience to ensure consistency across all our platforms,” Google said in a statement. Read more in our articles including "How to Watch Movies With Friends on YouTube" and "Google closes browser loopholes for YouTube background playback".