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YouTube

Google Inc. · com.google.android.youtube

4.2 (9,563 ratings) 2B downloads v21.39.522-SECONDARY 195.1 MB Android 10+ PEGI 12 · Low Maturity

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At a glance

Latest version
v21.39.522-SECONDARY (1561299900)
Updated
Sep 28, 2026 (10 days ago)
APK size
195.1 MB
Requires
Android 10+ (API 29)
CPU support
x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Graphics
OpenGL ES 2.0+
Android TV
Supported
Category
Video Players & Editors (app)
Permissions
50 (12 sensitive)
Website
youtube.com
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

YouTube is an app by Google Inc. in the Video Players & Editors category. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone. It also supports Android TV.

Since version 16.40.35, the APK grew from 100.3 MB to 195.1 MB. Since version 1.5.17, the minimum Android version rose from 2.0 to 10. It asks for 50 permissions, 12 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and record audio. Compared with version 20.26.46, it adds 2 new permissions: “Access local network” and “Detect screen capture”. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

Ratings

4.2out of 59,563 ratings
  • 5 ★64%
  • 4 ★13%
  • 3 ★12%
  • 2 ★2%
  • 1 ★8%

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What's new in v21.39.522-SECONDARY

The redesigned YouTube app makes it easier to find what you love. Now your recommended videos, favorite channels, and subscriptions are all just a few taps away. You can also create fun videos with new in-app editing tools.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “bjwawesome”.

YouTube is a video-focused app that provides access to a large catalog of content ranging from short clips to long-form programming. It supports video playback, content browsing, and user interaction within a single platform organized around creator channels and video categories. Navigation is structured to help viewers move easily between recommended content, subscriptions, and topical sections. A home feed presents a dynamic selection of videos tailored to viewing habits. Recommendations update as users watch, pause, or skip content, creating a continuously refreshed set of options. Alongside the home tab, the subscriptions feed lists newly uploaded videos from followed channels, offering a straightforward way to track creators viewed regularly. Additional sections highlighting trending material or category-based collections broaden discovery options. Video playback incorporates tools for adjusting quality, enabling captions, and modifying playback speed. Controls appear on screen in a clear layout, with options to enter full-screen mode or access detailed settings. The player supports gesture-based skipping or scrubbing, helping viewers navigate longer content efficiently. Background play, when available, continues audio while multitasking. Each video includes an information panel displaying titles, descriptions, timestamps, and creator-added links. Comment sections support public discussion, with sorting options that surface relevant or recent content. Chapters divide videos into segments that simplify navigation, and contextual links give viewers direct access to referenced resources. User accounts enable subscriptions, playlists, watch history, and saved videos. Playlists can be created for personal organization or set as private or public. Watch history influences future recommendations and provides a convenient way to revisit previously viewed items. The “Watch Later” list stores videos for deferred viewing, functioning as a temporary holding space for content discovered during browsing. Notifications help track uploads and activity from followed channels, with adjustable settings that determine frequency and alert type. Channel pages display uploads, live streams, shorts, and curated playlists in a layout that keeps content categories easy to interpret. An “About” section presents creator details, external links, and basic channel statistics. Search functionality is central to locating videos, channels, and topics. Results may include suggested queries, category filters, and different content types such as live streams or short-form videos. Filters refine searches by upload date, duration, or relevance, and result previews offer snapshots that help users decide whether a video matches their interests. Short-form videos appear in a vertical scrolling format suited to rapid browsing. This section uses swipe-based navigation and minimal controls, creating a compact viewing space separate from the main player. Users may like, share, or explore audio tracks used in these clips, and creators can publish short-form content alongside their longer videos. Live streaming options support viewing events or broadcasts in real time. Participants can follow live chat, react to messages, and view creator updates as the stream progresses. Some streams allow limited rewinding through DVR-style controls. Once complete, many broadcasts remain available as standard videos. Account integration synchronizes preferences, playlists, and subscriptions across supported devices. Compatibility with Android allows the app to operate within system features such as picture-in-picture, multitasking layouts, and notification previews. These capabilities help maintain a smooth experience across varying devices. Data usage controls provide options for managing video quality on mobile networks, limiting auto-play behavior, or restricting high-resolution playback. Users may also clear cached data or adjust playback preferences based on their connection conditions. The library section consolidates playlists, history, saved videos, and clips into a single hub. From this area, users can resume partially watched material or reorganize playlists, keeping frequently accessed resources easy to locate. Creators using mobile upload tools can record clips, trim footage, add music, and choose thumbnails before publishing. These features support on-the-go creation, while more advanced editing remains suited to external tools. Uploaded videos appear on the creator’s channel with visibility settings chosen at publication. Privacy and safety settings offer control over playlist visibility, subscription list exposure, and search history retention. Users may pause or clear watch history to adjust future recommendations. Restricted mode helps filter certain categories of content on shared or supervised devices. Sharing options allow users to distribute videos through messaging apps, social networks, or direct links. Internal sharing features surface frequently contacted recipients and maintain a dedicated tab for revisiting previously shared items. YouTube presents entertainment, education, news, and creative content within a viewing environment shaped by recommendations, subscriptions, and creator channels. This structure supports both quick discovery and longer viewing sessions, allowing users to explore a wide range of material at their own pace.

Version history

12 versions are listed, going back to v1.5.17. Since v21.39.522-SECONDARY it requires Android 10+.

v21.39.522-SECONDARY LATEST Sep 28, 2026 195.1 MB TRUSTED v20.26.46 Dec 31, 2025 156.1 MB TRUSTED v17.34.35 May 29, 2025 133.7 MB TRUSTED v16.40.35 Nov 17, 2021 100.3 MB TRUSTED v14.43.55 Oct 2, 2025 34.9 MB TRUSTED

All 12 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Certificate with Google's generic name Google Play App Signing gives the keys it manages this name, but anyone can put it in a certificate, so this alone proves nothing.
  • Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature under review Sep 28, 2026
  • Signed byCN=Android, OU=Android, O=Google Inc., L=Mountain View, ST=California, C=US
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)F8:45:6B:1D:99:86:AC:F9:CE:21:FB:45:0B:0D:32:B8:95:F3:68:85
  • File MD5d2cadaefeaa82540874ad69450c64e14
  • Uploaded by “bjwawesome” Bronze tier · 842 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (50)

YouTube requests 50 permissions, 12 of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

YouTube APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of YouTube for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 10 or later. Version 20.26.46 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 8.0 and later. Get version 20.26.46 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Only if it is signed with the same certificate as the copy on your phone and isn't an older version. If Android says “App not installed”, the certificates differ; uninstalling your copy first works but deletes its data unless it is backed up.

Is YouTube free?

The APK is free to download, but the app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the YouTube APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is d2cadaefeaa82540874ad69450c64e14.

Tags

google android youtube video players editors

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