About YouTube
Enjoy your favorite videos and channels with the official YouTube app.
The official YouTube app by Google LLC is a popular platform for Indian mobile users to enjoy their favorite videos and channels. With the app, users can browse through personal recommendations on the Home page, see the latest updates from their favorite channels in Subscriptions, and access videos they've watched, liked, and saved for later in Library. The app also allows users to explore different topics, stay updated on popular trends, and connect with the YouTube community by engaging with creators and other community members through comments and live streams. Additionally, users can create and upload their own videos directly in the app, making it a versatile platform for both entertainment and content creation.
Get the official YouTube app on Android phones and tablets. See what the world is watching -- from the hottest music videos to what’s popular in gaming, fashion, beauty, news, learning and more. Subscribe to channels you love, create content of your own, share with friends, and watch on any device.
Watch and subscribe
● Browse personal recommendations on Home
● See the latest from your favorite channels in Subscriptions
● Look up videos you’ve watched, liked, and saved for later in Library
Explore different topics, what’s popular, and on the rise (available in select countries)
● Stay up to date on what’s popular in music, gaming, beauty, news, learning and more
● See what’s trending on YouTube and around the world on Explore
● Learn about the coolest Creators, Gamers, and Artists on the Rise (available in select countries)
Connect with the YouTube community
● Keep up with your favorites creators with Posts, Stories, Premieres, and Live streams
● Join the conversation with comments and interact with creators and other community members
Create content from your mobile device
● Create or upload your own videos directly in the app
● Engage with your audience in real time with live streaming right from the app
Find the experience that fits you and your family (available in select countries)
● Every family has their own approach to online video. Learn about your options: the YouTube Kids app or a new parent supervised experience on YouTube at youtube.com/myfamily
Support creators you love with channel memberships (available in select countries)
● Join channels that offer paid monthly memberships and support their work
● Get access to exclusive perks from the channel & become part of their members community
● Stand out in comments and live chats with a loyalty badge next to your username
Upgrade to YouTube Premium (available in select countries)
● Watch videos uninterrupted by ads, while using other apps, or when the screen is locked
● Save videos for when you really need them – like when you’re on a plane or commuting
● Get access to YouTube Music Premium as part of your benefits
What's new in the latest version
Last updated on 15 Oct 2026
For new features, look for in-product education & notifications sharing the feature and how to use it!
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YouTube APK Information
- Latest Version
- Varies with device
- Category
- Video Players & Editors
- Android OS
- Varies with device
- File Size
- Varies with device
- Developer
- Google LLC
- Available on
- Google Play
- Content Rating
- Rated for 12+
- Updated
- 15 Oct 2026
- Package Name
- com.google.android.youtube
- Installs
- 10,000,000,000+
- In-app Purchases
- ₹4.00 – ₹84,000.00 per item
- Price
- Free
- Feedback
- Flag as inappropriate
YouTube FAQ
How do I download YouTube for Android?
Tap "Download from Google Play" to install the official version of YouTube on your phone. It is free to open the store page.
How do I install an APK or XAPK file?
Allow "Install unknown apps" for your browser or file manager, open the downloaded file and tap Install. XAPK files need an XAPK installer. See our install guide for step-by-step help.
What Android version does YouTube need?
It varies with your device. Google Play shows whether your phone is supported.
How do I update YouTube to the latest version?
If you installed it from Google Play, updates arrive automatically. For APK files, download the newer version from this page and install it over the old one.