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How the prank works
2. The click — Anyone clicking the card gets switched to the video.
3. The roll — The real video and song play, full volume. No escape (well, Esc).
4. Re-arm — Hit reset to set the trap again for the next victim.
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FAQ — Rickroll
What is a Rickroll?
A Rickroll is a bait-and-switch internet prank that began in 2007: someone shares a link disguised as something else, and clicking it instead leads to Rick Astley's 1987 music video "Never Gonna Give You Up". Tricking someone this way is "rickrolling" them. This screensaver recreates the prank as a fullscreen browser toy.
Does it play the real song and video?
Yes. Clicking the bait plays the official "Never Gonna Give You Up" music video, embedded directly from YouTube using their standard player. Because it streams through YouTube's own licensed embed, the rights holders are credited and monetised — so there's no copyright problem with hosting this page.
Why is there no sound at first?
Browsers block audio from playing until you interact with the page. The video and sound kick in the moment you take the bait and click — that's also the "gotcha". You can mute it or adjust the volume any time.
How do I make it fullscreen?
Press F or the Enter Fullscreen button, or use the YouTube player's own fullscreen control. Move the mouse to show the exit button, or press Escape to leave.
Can I prank a friend with it?
Yes — that's the idea. Send them the link, let them click the disguised card, and enjoy. It's a harmless web page; nothing is downloaded or installed.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free. No account, no ads from us, no watermark. It's one of the free browser-based tools at jasperbernaers.com.