Crunchyroll's free tier runs ads before and during episodes. DNDShield handles them by muting and speeding through each ad automatically, so you get to your episode faster.

Crunchyroll handling is a Pro feature, part of DNDShield's extended streaming-platform support. On the free plan, Crunchyroll in-player ads aren't handled. (A paid Crunchyroll subscription removes ads on its own — DNDShield is for the ad-supported free tier.)

How it works

When a Crunchyroll ad plays, DNDShield detects it and:

• Mutes the ad and speeds it up, then restores normal playback and volume the moment your episode begins.

A "Ad sped up ⏩" pill confirms the action in the player corner. Crunchyroll exposes no skip control for these ads, so DNDShield speeds and mutes rather than claiming a skip.

Turn it on

1. Make sure you're on a paid plan (see pricing).
2. Sign in to the extension so your plan is recognized.
3. Open any Crunchyroll episode — ad handling is automatic.

Troubleshooting

• No effect on Crunchyroll? Confirm you're signed in and on a paid plan.
• Ad still played in full? Reload the tab; DNDShield re-attaches on the next ad.
• crunchyroll.com allowlisted? Remove it to re-enable protection.

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