YouTube Timestamp Remover
Remove the start-time parameter from a YouTube link so the video plays from the beginning.
The YouTube Timestamp Remover strips the start-time parameter from a link so the video plays from the beginning. It is the quick fix when someone shares a link that jumps mid-video and you want the full thing.
Why use this tool
Removes the start time
Strips the t, start and time_continue parameters.
Keeps the video intact
The video ID and playlist are preserved.
One-click result
Get a clean, full-video link instantly.
How to use it
Paste the link
Add a YouTube URL that contains a timestamp.
Remove the timestamp
We rebuild the link without the start-time parameter.
Copy the clean link
Share a link that plays from the start.
Frequently asked questions
Which parameter sets a start time?+
YouTube uses t (or start) measured in seconds to begin playback partway through a video.
Will the link still work after removing it?+
Yes. Only the start time is removed; the video plays normally from the beginning.
Can I add a timestamp instead?+
Yes — use the Timestamp Link Generator to add a custom start time.
Does it remove tracking codes too?+
It focuses on timestamps. Use the URL Cleaner to strip tracking parameters.