YouTube users who want audio playback in the background, picture-in-picture mode, ad-free viewing and other premium features will have to cough up a few bucks for a monthly subscription on YouTube Premium, formerly known as YouTube Red. A third-party app for Android, however, provides all these premium features for free. It’s called YouTube Vanced.
What is YouTube Vanced?
Think of YouTube Vanced as the same as the free app version of the video-sharing platform but on steroids. It has a number of features that make it popular among Android users: a built-in ad blocker that lets you proceed directly to the video you want to watch, a background playback feature so you can play videos outside the app, and a forced HDR mode that improves video quality through High Dynamic Range.
In addition, YouTube Vanced also has secondary color themes (besides light and dark), picture-in-picture video, repeat playback, pinch to zoom, and many more that are not yet available in YouTube Premium.
Is YouTube Vanced legal?
This is something of a legal gray area. So far, YouTube’s parent company Google hasn’t struck the banhammer on YouTube Vanced, so it can be said that the latter hasn’t done anything unlawful for the search giant to mobilize its legal team. Note that YouTube Vanced does not let you download video files, as that one is explicitly prohibited per YouTube’s terms of service.
In the past, Google did go after a number of third-party YouTube apps and video rippers to take them down. The most prominent was ProTube, a paid iOS app that offered features not found in the official YouTube app. In 2017, it was quietly removed from the Apple App Store per Google’s takedown request.
If you’re wary, use YouTube Vanced with a secondary Google account.
Is YouTube Vanced safe to use?
YouTube Vanced is safe as safe can be when we’re talking about third-party apps outside Google’s Play Store. There are always risks involved when you install and use apps, be it from the Play Store or from external sources. Sad to say, it’s you as the user who must decide if the apps you want to use can be trusted with your personal data.
How do you install YouTube Vanced?
There are several fake sites out there offering a malware-infested, outdated, or ad-riddled version of YouTube Vanced, so only get the app from the official website. It’s pretty straightforward.
There you can choose to get non-root or root variants. The process requires installing MicroG, which lets you log into YouTube Vanced using your Google account and SAI which is used to install the multiple APK files of YouTube Vanced.
1.) Go to the official YouTube Vanced website: https://vanced.app
2.) Download MicroG and install it.
3.) Download the SAI app from the Google Play Store.
4.) Go to the File Manager —> Downloads folder in your device and select the vanced .apks.
5.) Click install and you’re done.
6 Vanced alternatives: Watch YouTube videos without ads
Some ads are annoying that many users would go to great lengths to avoid it. At the same time, ads are what keep many online services and website alive. But until companies lower the intrusiveness and pervasiveness of ads to a tolerable degree, alternative apps like YouTube Vanced will always appear to offer a cleaner web browsing and online experience.
I appreciate the insight into YouTube Vanced! It’s great to see an option for ad-free viewing, especially since the premium service can be pricey. However, I do have some concerns about the legality and potential risks involved in using it. It’s a tough call between convenience and safety. Would love to hear more from others about their experiences!
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I love the idea of accessing ad-free content and premium features without the subscription fee, but I’m a bit concerned about the legality and potential security issues with using YouTube Vanced. Has anyone experienced any problems with the app? Would love to hear more thoughts on whether it’s worth the risk!
I really appreciate this detailed analysis! YouTube Vanced sounds like a great alternative for those who want an ad-free experience without the hefty subscription fees. However, I’m curious about the potential risks, especially regarding security and updates. Has anyone experienced issues with using it long-term?
This is a really informative post! While the features of YouTube Vanced sound appealing, the ethical implications of using it for free services are definitely worth considering. It’s great to have options, but I’m curious if the risks outweigh the benefits. Thanks for shedding light on this!
Great insights on YouTube Vanced! I appreciate the detailed pros and cons you outlined. While the ad-free experience sounds tempting, I’m curious about the potential risks involved with using it. Do you think the benefits outweigh the concerns?
Great insightful article! I’ve been using YouTube Vanced for a while now, and the ad-free experience is fantastic. However, I do wonder about the long-term implications of using a modded app like this. It’s a tough call between convenience and supporting the creators. What do you think about the future of apps like Vanced?
Great insights on YouTube Vanced! It’s awesome to have ad-free viewing and other premium features at no cost, but I can’t help but wonder about the potential risks involved in using it. Thanks for shedding light on this!
Great article! I’ve been using YouTube Vanced for a while now and love the ad-free experience. The extra features like background playback and customization options make it even better. However, I’m a bit concerned about the potential risks mentioned. It’s definitely a trade-off worth considering!
Great insights! YouTube Vanced really does provide some impressive features for free, especially the ad-free viewing experience. However, it makes me wonder about the potential risks, especially regarding account security and updates. I appreciate the reminders about supporting creators through official means too!