How to Use ShowUploadDate
Get started in under 2 minutes. Follow these simple steps to see exact upload dates on every YouTube video.
Add to Chrome - It's Free4 Simple Steps
From installation to customization - everything you need to know
Install the Extension
Click the button below to visit the Chrome Web Store. Then click "Add to Chrome" and confirm the installation.
- Installation takes just a few seconds
- No account or signup required
- Works with Chrome, Edge, Brave, and other Chromium browsers
Open YouTube
Navigate to YouTube.com. The extension automatically activates and starts working immediately.
- No need to refresh if YouTube is already open
- Extension icon will appear in your browser toolbar
- Works on all YouTube pages automatically
See Exact Dates
Instead of "2 days ago" or "3 months ago", you'll now see the exact upload date for every video.
- Dates appear next to video thumbnails
- Works on homepage, search, channels, and playlists
- Hover over dates for more details
Customize Settings
Click the extension icon in your toolbar to access settings. Customize date format, language, date colors, and display options.
- Choose from multiple date formats
- Select from 23 supported languages
- Personalize date colors (9 options)
- Toggle display locations on/off
Works Everywhere on YouTube
See exact upload dates across all YouTube pages
Homepage
See dates on recommended videos
Search Results
Find videos by upload date
Channel Pages
Browse channel uploads with dates
Playlists
View playlist video dates
Video Page
See upload date below the video
Subscriptions
Track new uploads from subscriptions
Choose Your Preferred Date Format
Select from multiple date formats to match your preference. The extension remembers your choice across all YouTube pages.
23 Languages
ShowUploadDate automatically detects your browser language and displays dates accordingly. You can also manually select your preferred language.
Ready to Get Started?
Join thousands of YouTube users who already see exact upload dates.