# PiPifier — PiP for every web video

> Safari extension to enable Picture-in-Picture for all HTML5 web videos. (iPhone/iPad app by Arno Appenzeller.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipifier/id1234771095 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Arno Appenzeller](https://appshunter.io/developer/515339331)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 323 App Store ratings · 286 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-05-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipifier/id1234771095/reviews.md

## What is PiPifier?

PiPifier is an Action extension for Safari that lets you use every HTML5 (thats about every web video on iOS) video in Picture in Picture mode.

If you have an HTML5 video playing on any website like Youtube just press PiPifier in Safari's Webtools Menu to enable Picture-In-Picture for this video.

With this extension you can even run PiP mode on sites that hide the native video controls (so that you can not enable PiP there)

Usage:
1. Open Safari
2. Open the Webtools Menu (aA)
3. Choose Manage Extensions
4. Enable 'PiPifier'
5. Select 'PiPifier' on a website with a video

## Key features

- Picture-in-Picture for HTML5 videos
- Works on any website
- Bypasses hidden video controls
- Safari Action extension
- Easy to enable and use

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tea for the Developer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Large Tea for the Developer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Giant Tea for the Developer | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of PiPifier?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Works as expected
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for YouTube PiP
- 👍 Simple and lightweight
- 👍 Allows background playback
- 👍 Versatile across websites

**Cons**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🐛 Occasional freezing or crashing
- 🐛 Blank/black screen in PiP mode
- 🔋 Increased battery drain
- 🐛 Doesn't work with embedded videos

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Doesn't work on some devices/iOS versions
- Randomly stops working with YouTube
- Disappearing PiP window
- Incompatibility with certain system settings

**Most requested features**

- Automatic PiP mode on video start
- Ability to control PiP size/position
- Support for more video platforms
- Playlist/autoplay support in PiP

## Recent user reviews (10 of 286)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipifier/id1234771095/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ん？

*2026-06-03*

なんか、アプリ入れてから今まで来てなかったドイツ語の銀行詐欺メールがきだしました。

### 5/5 — 사파리 확장 프로그램이라 좋아오

*2026-05-16*

사파리용 pip 확장 프로그램이라 개인정보 걱정없이 유튜브 로그인해서 사옹하면 됩니다. 무로인데 마음에 들어서 소액 후원함

### 2/5 — iPadOS26系での使用注意

*2026-03-07*

iPadOS26（多分iOS26も）系は動画をピクチャーインピクチャーで再生中、Safari以外のアプリを手前にすると、映像は継続再生するが音が止まる。
止まった位置によっては、大音量の雑音を流し続ける。
メールにて問い合わせたが、プライバシーポリシーのページが404だし、もうサポートしない可能性あり。
尚、iOS18、iPadOS18系では今もそのような事はなく、使用可能。ん

### 5/5 — show

*2026-01-24*

funciona perfeitamente

### 1/5 — Not functional for me

*2026-01-15, version 1.3*

Neither the extensions nor the share method would allow me to enable pipifier! Was really hoping this would be good since i'd heard so many good things about

### 1/5 — سئ جدا

*2025-12-29, version 1.3*

المستنير

### 5/5 — recent update

*2025-12-26, version 1.3*

thanks for the continued extension support

### 5/5 — 油管必备

*2025-12-24*

画中画+后台播放

### 5/5 — Исправите пожалуйста

*2025-12-18*

Внезапно перестал работать. Пишет следующее: «Pipifier Message: No compatible video found.
Please note that if the video is an embedded video (like
Youtube player on another site) this will only work on the main page»

### 5/5 — So good!!

*2025-12-16, version 1.3*

This is absolutely PERFECT!! I can play Roblox on it, and listen to music with a tap!! I love this, now I can sing more.

## Frequently asked questions about PiPifier

### What does PiPifier do?

PiPifier is a Safari Action extension that allows you to use any HTML5 web video in Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode. This means you can watch videos in a small, floating window while using other apps or browsing the web.

### How do I enable PiPifier?

To enable PiPifier, open Safari, tap the 'aA' icon in the address bar to access the Webtools Menu, select 'Manage Extensions', and then toggle 'PiPifier' on. Once enabled, you can select PiPifier on any website with a video to activate PiP mode.

### Can PiPifier work on all websites?

Yes, PiPifier is designed to work with all HTML5 videos, which encompasses most web videos on iOS. It is particularly useful for sites that normally hide native video controls, preventing you from enabling PiP mode through standard means.

### Is PiPifier free to use?

The app is free to download and use. However, it does offer in-app purchases, suggesting there might be premium features or options available for users who wish to enhance their experience.

### What devices is PiPifier compatible with?

PiPifier is an Action extension for Safari on iOS devices. This means it is compatible with iPhones and iPads running a version of iOS that supports Safari extensions and Picture-in-Picture functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3 — 2025-09-16

- updated for the new OS versions

### 1.2.4 — 2021-10-06

- PiPifier is now a Web Extension on iOS 15
***Please note: The action extension was replaced in this version by the Web Extension. Please read the installation guide in the main app***
- You can now tip a giant tea
- Fixed About text

### 1.2.3 — 2021-10-05

- PiPifier is now a Web Extension on iOS 15
***Please note: The action extension was replaced in this version by the Web Extension. Please read the installation guide in the main app***
- You can now tip a giant tea

### 1.2.2 — 2021-09-27

- PiPifier is now a Web Extension on iOS 15
***Please note: The action extension was replaced in this version by the Web Extension. Please read the installation guide in the main app***
- Minor fixes

### 1.2.1 — 2021-09-23

- PiPifier is now a Web Extension on iOS 15
***Please note: The action extension was replaced in this version by the Web Extension. Please read the installation guide in the main app***
- Restored buttons

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