SkyTube provides a copylefted open source YouTube player for Android with an alternative mobile video viewing interface.
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SkyTubeLegacy provides a copylefted open source YouTube player for older Android versions.
About SkyTubeLegacy
SkyTube Legacy is a copylefted, open source YouTube player for old Android devices. It requires Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later, and it is licensed under GPL-3.0. Its main job is playing YouTube videos on older phones without relying on the official Google app or a Google/YouTube account.
Pricing is not clearly stated.
Key features
- No adverts when browsing or playing videos
- Explore featured and most popular videos
- Search videos, music and channels
- Download videos and view thumbnails
- Bookmark videos and import subscriptions from YouTube
- Local backup and restore of bookmarks and subscriptions
Best for: People with older Android devices who want a YouTube player that does not depend on Google services.
SkyTubeLegacy at a glance
- Category
- Mobile Apps › Android Apps
- Type
- App
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android
- Details verified
- Oct 21, 2026 · Official source
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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SkyTubeLegacy FAQ
Is SkyTube Legacy affiliated with YouTube?
No. The project states that it is not affiliated with YouTube or any of its partners or products.
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The project lists SponsorBlock to skip advertisement segments as one of its features.
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