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FreeTube – A Private YouTube Client

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Re: FreeTube – A Private YouTube Client

#11
It's easier and better to just make a new YouTube account or use incognito mode. The only benefit I see from FreeTube is no ads. This can be replicated by just using an adblocker.

Having watch history and other data tied to an account is more convenient since you can access it anywhere and YouTube can recommend videos for you to watch which is a killer feature that FreeTube lacks.

Re: FreeTube – A Private YouTube Client

#14

I've been using FreeTube for quite a while now. It's great for subscribing to channels that you don't necessarily want to infect your regular YouTube feed and recommendations.

Why not just RSS? Don't get me wrong, I hate Google's monopoly as much as anyone else, but in this specific case I don't see the benefit of using some app for the subscriptions, vs rss

It goes beyond just feeds

Re: FreeTube – A Private YouTube Client

#18

It's easier and better to just make a new YouTube account or use incognito mode. The only benefit I see from FreeTube is no ads. This can be replicated by just using an adblocker. Having watch history and other data tied to an account is more convenient since you can access it anywhere and YouTube can recommend videos for you to watch which is a killer feature that FreeTube lacks.

Nope. No ads as in no sponsor ads either. You cant replicate that with an adblocker. Also it prevents youtube from making a profile out of what you consume.
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