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Safari video thumbnail preview not working

video thumbnail preview not working in safari

Posted on Dec 3, 2025 1:39 AM

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Dec 7, 2025 7:04 PM in response to openmindedad

To fix missing video thumbnails in Safari:

Turn off Prevent Cross-Site Tracking
Disable all extensions/content blockers
Allow Auto-Play
Clear website data
Turn off Reader mode / Zoom
On iPhone, disable Low Power Mode and Reduce Motion

These resolve nearly all cases.

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