Streaming

YouTube

Google

Shitification Level

5 / 5

Ad density has climbed sharply over the last decade — pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll ads even on short clips, plus repeated Premium price hikes. Recently began blocking VPN traffic.

Evidence

10-year ad-progression breakdown documented on r/enshittification. Premium tier price has risen multiple times since 2020.

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