@john-viv said in Youtube videos not working in Opera:
This issue often happens due to conflicts with extensions or outdated settings. Try the following steps:
Disable any ad-blockers or privacy extensions (like DuckDuckGo movie box) and test YouTube again.
Clear Opera’s cache and cookies.
Make sure your Opera browser is updated to the latest version.
If the issue persists, test in a private window or reset Opera settings to default.
Since the videos work fine in other browsers, it’s likely an extension or browser-specific setting causing the loop with ads.
It sounds like the issue is likely related to a browser extension or outdated settings in Opera, as YouTube seems to work fine elsewhere. Disabling privacy tools or ad-blockers, clearing cache and cookies, and ensuring Opera is fully updated are all effective first steps. If the problem continues, testing in a private window or resetting the browser often resolves such playback loops.