Dislike Guides
YouTube Dislike Viewer Guides
Plain-English guides to YouTube dislikes: what changed on Shorts, who can see your dislikes, which feedback button to use, what creators see in Studio, and the Return YouTube Dislike extension.
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YouTube Shorts Dislike Button Removed in 2026: What Changed and What to Use Instead
YouTube retired the Shorts dislike button in June 2026 and swapped the thumbs-up for a heart. Here's what changed and which feedback option to use now.
Extension vs Web Tool: Which Way Should You Check Dislikes?
Dislike extension vs web tool: both read the same archive. Which is better depends on your device, install limits, and how often you check.
Is the Return YouTube Dislike Extension Safe?
Is Return YouTube Dislike safe? It's open source with a published privacy policy. Here's what it accesses and how to install it safely.
How to Install Return YouTube Dislike on Chrome
Install Return YouTube Dislike on Chrome in a few steps. How to add it, pin it, confirm it works, fix a missing count, and remove it.
Return YouTube Dislike on Firefox, Edge, Safari, and Mobile
Return YouTube Dislike on Firefox, Edge, Safari, and mobile: where it's available, how to install it, and what to do on a phone.
Return YouTube Dislike Not Working? Here's How to Fix It
Return YouTube Dislike not working? Common causes are an outdated extension, a YouTube layout change, or a conflicting add-on. Here are the fixes.
What Is Return YouTube Dislike and How Does It Work?
Return YouTube Dislike is a free extension that shows an estimated dislike count on YouTube. Here's how it works and how accurate it is.