YouTube might be testing hiding the dislike button
YouTube appears to be testing hiding the dislike button on videos, as reported by 9to5Google. At least two users on X have recently shared screenshots of the dislike button now being placed in the three-dots submenu, and a user on Reddit also shared an image of the dislike button being absent for them. Right now, […]
According to recent reports, YouTube may be experimenting with hiding the dislike button on videos, as users have noticed the button has been relocated to the three-dots menu. This development was initially reported by 9to5Google and has since been corroborated by multiple users on social media platforms X and Reddit. The relocation of the dislike button could potentially discourage its usage, as it would require additional steps to access.
While the extent of this test remains uncertain, Google has not yet provided a comment on the matter. YouTube has a history of altering the dislike button's visibility and functionality. In 2021, the platform concealed the public dislike count to shield creators from potential harassment, although users still have access to the dislike count.
Earlier this year, YouTube eliminated the dislike button from YouTube Shorts, opting instead to offer alternative options through the three-dots menu.
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