Automatic translation on YouTube, more commonly known as Auto Dubbing, is one of the worst and most annoying features YouTube has added to the platform in ages. It automatically translates all video titles, descriptions and audio using terrible AI, which cannot be disabled globally by default, but there is a solution that will stop all Automatic Translation on YouTube, so follow along as we show you how to do it.
Takeaways:
- This guide explains what YouTube Auto-Dubbing is, the limitations of YouTube’s built-in settings, and how you can disable it.
- Learn how to turn off all auto translation (auto dubbing) on YouTube.
Table of Contents
What is YouTube Auto-Dubbing?
YouTube Auto-Dubbing automatically generates dubbed audio tracks in different languages for videos. While this can be helpful for accessibility, it replaces the original voice track with a crappy AI voice-over. Half the time it doesn't even replace a male voice with a male voice or a female voice with a female voice... But it gets worse! It also translates titles and descriptions, and in a lot of cases, extremely poorly!
Important: YouTube does not allow you to turn off auto-dubbing globally. You can only disable it for each individual video through the video settings. This means that without additional tools, you’d need to manually adjust these settings every time.
What is YouTube Auto Translation? (YouTube AutoDub)
Since YouTube doesn't offer a global solution, you will need to download YouTube No Translation, a browser extension that disables YouTube’s automatic translations and auto-dubbing. It works on:
- Firefox
- Chrome / Edge
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari: Requires manual build from source (no official support)
This extension makes sure that:
- Video Titles remain in the original language (applies to videos, Shorts, and notifications).
- Audio Tracks use the original version or a preferred default language.
- Descriptions are displayed in their original form.
- Subtitles appear in your chosen language, ignoring auto-generated translations if unavailable.
- YouTube Data API v3 Support can be enabled for the fastest, most reliable results using your own API key.
Download Links
- Firefox: Mozilla Add-ons
- Chrome / Edge: Chrome Web Store
- Microsoft Edge: Microsoft Store
- Safari: Requires manual build from source (no official support)
Note for Safari users: The extension must be built manually from the source code. Official support is not provided.
How to Install
On Firefox:
- Go to the Mozilla Add-ons page.
- Click Add to Firefox.
- Confirm permissions to complete the installation.
On Chrome / Edge:
- Visit the Chrome Web Store page.
- Click Add to Chrome (or Add to Edge).
- Confirm by clicking Add Extension.
On Microsoft Edge:
- Open the Microsoft Store page.
- Install the extension directly to Edge.
On Safari:
- Build the extension manually from the source code.
Optional: Enable YouTube Data API v3 (Advanced Users Only)
For the most reliable way of fetching original data:
- Get your own API key from the Google Cloud Console.
- Enter it in the extension’s settings under API Key.
- Save settings and refresh YouTube.
Compatibility with the DeArrow Extension
If you also use the DeArrow extension (which modifies titles and thumbnails), there may be conflicts. Follow the developer’s guidance here to ensure both extensions work smoothly together.
