How to Fix YouTube Not Working On Mac (EL Capitan included)

As a well known video website, YouTube provide wonderful movie clip, music show, various tutorials and many other videos to its users. However, video viewing becomes irritating with a number of problems that interrupt videos and you find that YouTube is not working on Mac device. No worry! Below are the complete solutions on YouTube not working on Mac (macOS Sierra, El Capitan, Yosemite, Mountain Lion, Lion and Snow Leopard).

Troubleshooting on YouTube not working on Mac

Problem 1: Adobe Flash player is required

Many of the Mac owners have faced this very common problem. As soon as they go to the YouTube page and click for a video, they get an error message on the screen suggesting a problem that ‘Adobe Flash Player is required’ and they need to install the latest version of this application.

Advisable Fix: In order to fix this common problem, you need to install the recent version of the Adobe Flash Player. For this you have to follow the following steps.

• Identify your system on the install page.
• Click on the "Quick Download" button.
• Go to the Download folder.
• Click open the install dmg.
• Agree to the terms and install Adobe Flash Player.
• Set a Password to allow the application to make changes in the program.
• Choose your personal update method by selecting from the options given on screen.
• Go to the flash board control area and restart your video.
• Your videos will play.

Problem 2: Sorry the video is not available

A number of Mac owners are faced with this problem where their Mac screen comes up with a prompt suggesting unavailability of the video. It is no doubt confusing! How can a video just disappear from the system? However, there is an easy fix for this problem too!

Advisable Fix: If your Mac screen says that the video is not available, you can try this sure- shot fix for your problem.

• Press the "Home" button.
• Go to "Settings".
• Go to "General" option.
• Click the "Reset" option.
• Click the "Reset All Settings".
• Pop ups will appear asking permission to continue.
• Continue by clicking the "Reset" button.

You can enjoy your videos again. Resetting is the sure fix and causes no problem. Only the background is reset without disturbing any of your existing files. All your music, videos and documents remain intact and safe. You may only have to reset user name and password. So, try this solution for great video viewing and have fun!

Problem 3: Safari will not play You Tube Videos

Very often, folks are unable to run videos on Mac Safari while these videos played fine on other browsers. They complain that they are unable to run YouTube videos after they had updated Safari. The pages crash without any rhyme or reason. They feel greatly puzzled and tried various fixes. However, if you are facing the same trouble, here is a solution meant for this problem. If YouTube videos are not playing on Safari, try following the steps given below.

Advisable Fix:

• Restart Safari before running your videos on You Tube.
• There has been some kind of incompatibility between Safari and YouTube and HTML5 trial using Safari. So you need to visit the proper website to know if you have also been opted for the HTML5 trial using Safari. If your search turns out to be positive, and if you have been opted for the trial, then opting out can solve your problem.
• You can reset Safari to restart playing your videos.
• You can also get a satisfactory solution by going to the Disk Utilities and Repair Disc Permissions.

Problem 4: YouTube does not load completely or load very slowly

Buffering is a very common irritation for many of the YouTube fans. As soon as you try to start a video file, it either does not load or loads very slowly. The rotating circle is a common appearance on the screen. It continues to rotate for a long-long time and the screen ultimately goes blank. At times the circle continues to rotate even after the bar will suggest complete loading. Confusing and irritating. Everyone wants an end to this problem. At this point, it would be useful to understand that YouTube transmission is compatible with some software while it is incompatible with others. Hence, in order to have an uninterrupted smooth running of videos on YouTube, you should do the following.

Advisable Fix:

• Uninstall and delete the software that may be conflicting to the YouTube, like the Google Web Accelerator or any other similar software.
• Install "Flash" and "Shockwave" for very fact and hassle-free video viewing.
• Upgrade your browser to the latest version.
• Before starting the You Tube, get rid of the unwanted cache and cookies that are responsible for slowing down of videos.

Problem 5: Videos start but stop immediately

This is also a common complaint with people who are obsessed with YouTube videos. As soon as they start a video, it starts automatically but stops immediately. It probably happens due to the same reasons that cause slow down and buffering. However, Low Disc space, too many applications running at the same time, cluttered icons on desktop and Hard Drive failures can also be the reasons causing this problem.

Advisable Fix:

• Clear out the files you don't require.
• Shut down applications not in use.
• Tidy up your desktop by creating a folder for the icons or just hiding them.