YouTube Vanced

injected YouTube Background Playback (iYTBP) was the first name of the app after renamed the project as YouTube (Ad)Vanced. The idea came from the Xposed Module for You Tube Video Playback. Since the Xposed Module had some problems working with the Android Nougat, this app was designed with all features of that module.

YouTube Vanced is an advanced version based on the official You Tube app, lets you watch videos without any in video advertisements. It's totally ad-free version like Youtube ad blocker injected into the original app. Also, there are many advanced features that official app doesn't offer like PiP (Picture in Picture) mode which allows playing video while using another app (only works with Oreo Roms) and play videos in the background while screen locked.

Features

Features are same in all versions. There is only a slight difference in the Non-Root version since the package name had to change, Google Play Services will not play alone until you have to be compelled to install MicroG for Vanced, in order to be able to log in.

• Block all ads (togglable)
• Background Playback
• Force VP9 (or HDR) or vice versa
• Override Maximal Resolution
• Pinch to Zoom (for all devices)
• Casting Togglable (can be forced off)
• Toggle Themes (Black, Dark, White)
• PiP - Picture in Picture mode (Oreo only)
• Auto Repeat Feature
• Preferred Speed and Resolution

How to Install YouTube Vanced?

There is no doubt installing on Non-Rooted devices, just download the suitable APK file for your device from the Non-Root Downloads page and install it normally and additionally install MicroG package found in the download links in order to be able to log into google account (not necessary if you don't want to log in).

For the Rooted devices and Magisk module, there will need a little bit more work. Rooted devices must have a custom recovery like TWRP for flashing installer. You can find the step by step installation guide for each one in the download pages.

FAQs About Vanced

Where is the normal (white) APK goes?

White is included in both versions choose the alternate theme you prefer for the night time etc.

Do I need to install detach script for every new update?

No!

Can I install this normally as other APKs?

Only non-root version. You cannot install it in the normal way on rooted or magisk root devices.

Is there video download feature?

No, but there is official YouTube offline video feature available for supported countries.

After the installation, YouTube app not showing in the app drawer, why?

Because you didn't use the latest magisk manager or installer (this only concerned for Oreo).

Will "Crop to Fit" feature work on S8 & S8+ devices?

Yes! It will work only in the rooted version. Not works in the non-root version because the package name is changed. However, there is an alternate Pinch to Zoom feature available with same functions.

Is watch history working?

Yes! But you have to whitelist "s.youtube.com" in your adblocker and make sure your gmail account is connected properly if using non-root version due to microG.

Does PiP (Picture in Picture) mode work?

Yes, but only in Oreo.