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Video Speed Controller Chrome extension

Video Speed Controller adds keyboard shortcuts to speed up, slow down or rewind any HTML5 video, from lecture recordings to Netflix. It's best for anyone who watches a lot of video content and wants faster playback without a site's built-in speed limit. The catch: it only works on HTML5 media, not embedded players that block script access.

  • PriceFree
  • CategoryMedia & Entertainment
  • ✓Open source
  • ✓No account needed
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Pros

  • Free with no paid tier
  • Speed range from 0.07x to 16x
  • Fully remappable keyboard shortcuts
  • Per-site speed rules and speed persistence
  • Developer states it does not collect user data

Cons

  • Only works on HTML5 audio and video
  • Some sites' custom players can block the shortcuts
  • No mobile browser support

Best for

  • students speeding through lecture videos
  • podcast and course watchers wanting faster playback
  • anyone rewinding or advancing video without a mouse
  • users who want per-site default speeds

Skip it if

  • sites that block content scripts from reaching their video player
  • users who never watch video above 1x speed

Key features

  • Adjustable playback from 0.07x to 16x
  • Default keyboard shortcuts (S, D, R, Z, X)
  • Fully remappable shortcuts with custom increments
  • Per-site default speed rules
  • Speed persistence across sessions
  • Works on YouTube, Netflix, local files and any HTML5 media

What Video Speed Controller does

It overlays a small speed control on any HTML5 video or audio element, letting you speed up, slow down, rewind or advance playback with keyboard shortcuts or on-screen buttons. It works across a wide range of sites, from YouTube and Netflix to local video files opened in the browser, as long as the media uses standard HTML5 playback.

Is Video Speed Controller safe?

The developer states plainly that the extension does not collect user data, and that nothing is sold to third parties or used outside its core playback-control function. It doesn't need account access or browsing history to work, since its only job is adjusting the speed of media elements on the page you're viewing.

Works great on

YouTube

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Video Speed Controller: FAQs

Is Video Speed Controller free?

Yes, it's completely free with no premium tier or subscription.

How do I use Video Speed Controller?

Install it, then use the default shortcuts like D to speed up and S to slow down on any HTML5 video, or click the on-screen controller.

Does Video Speed Controller work on Netflix?

Yes, it works on Netflix and most sites using HTML5 video playback.

Can I change the keyboard shortcuts?

Yes, all shortcuts are fully remappable, and you can adjust the speed increment for each key.

Is Video Speed Controller safe?

The developer states it does not collect user data and doesn't sell or use data outside its core function.

Does Video Speed Controller work in Edge or Brave?

As a Chromium extension it generally works in Edge and Brave in addition to Chrome.

What are alternatives to Video Speed Controller?

Some browsers have native speed controls, but for a dedicated shortcut-based tool, this extension is one of the most established options.

How fast can I play a video?

Playback can go up to 16x speed, and as slow as 0.07x.

Can I set a different default speed per site?

Yes, you can configure per-site default speed rules so each domain remembers its own setting.

How do I remove Video Speed Controller?

Right-click its icon and choose Remove from Chrome, or disable it from chrome://extensions.

Why doesn't it work on a specific video player?

Some sites use custom or embedded players that block content scripts, which prevents the extension's shortcuts from reaching the video.

Does it work on local video files?

Yes, it works on local HTML5 video files opened directly in the browser.