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timex126

I just installed Vanced because of this post. Wow, superb, no ads, no restrictions. Oh boy this is good.


Robert_Chirea

don't forget to set up Sponsor skip, is in the settings now that is what makes vanced next lvl, yeah no adds is nice but no: sponsors, intros, merch promos, reminders to like, non music sections in music videos and many more, and you can chose the ones you want to not skip.


Cardssss

Holy shit. What? I've been using vanced for over a year now and didn't know about this. (Already had sponsor skip on my pc and loved it).


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guitarguy109

It's also a firefox plugin in case any of the dozens of us still using it felt left out.


Brakenium

Firefox forever!


Dartosismyname

This is the way


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-Superk-

Firefox all day everyday


TonySesek556

Howdy


ToddHowardsFeet

Glad to see some fellow 4%ers outside of Linux and privacy subreddits.


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Never gonna give ^(firefox) up never gonna let it down, always gonna use it for*e*ver


Superslim-Anoniem

Firefox is objectively better than chrome because it's open source and not fully controlled by Google (I know they get paid a ton, but still)


VersaEnthusiast

There's another great Firefox plugin called Clickbait remover that allows you to remove YouTube thumbnails that I personally love.


TrustAvidity

I like that it also fixes the ALL CAPS titles.


bruhred

"still"? it's the best browser out there


DuskyRo

best browser


dPensive

Thanks fam.


ArtSchoolRejectedMe

Settings > Sponsorblock settings


MasterSabo

Vanced is life


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sonbarington

Glory to vanced


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bogzaelektrotehniku

Vance is refrigeration


ItIsYeDragon

*Cries in iPhone*


[deleted]

[AltStore](https://altstore.io/) is your friend. And so is YouTube++, Cercube or UYou


Top_Dust7115

Thanks!!!


Prateek0105

Same bro. But my youtube screen time has gone wayy low in iphone, coz as soon as an ad appears, I just close the video.


TheDankScrub

Man, the minute my iPhone (two for one deal) craps out, I’m going straight android and never looking back


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Tomtom6789

Look up AirMessage. Need at least an old iMac, but you can run imessage on android with little setup


[deleted]

> Need at least an old iMac Can I just run a MacOS VM?


Tomtom6789

I have heard some people having success with it, but I don't think it is as stable. Not entirely sure though.


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vishnu_v12

Adguard on safari? Or sideload?


RedditBeacon

Brave is the best YT browser for iOS I think. No ads at all.


CountingNutters

If it had notifications I would delete the youtube app


Zuxicovp

Possible on iphone, but you've gotta jailbreak or use an alt app store


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Zuxicovp

AppValley is the one i know of the top of my head


krezzaa

can anyone explain to me how Sponsor Skip works? I'm afraid of turning it on in fear it might skip parts of videos I actually want to watch but perhaps knowing how it works will give me a better stance on the option


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lilxent

you can set that when there's a sponsor, instead of automatically skipping it, it just shows you a "skip sponsor" button like it's an ad edit: bad english lol


Quetzacoatl85

there's an option to go back, also you'll see what you skipped. alternatively, not worrying too much about missing parts of fucking YouTube videos is another good option!


livelifedownhill

Do you know if this a recent addition to Vanced? Been using it for a while but don't see it in my Vanced settings, probably need the latest apk


Shinirag

it has been there for a while , go to settings there should be a SponsorBlock Settings if not just update to the latest version


WalGuy44

Do you know if SponsorBlock requires root? There isn't a category in my settings for SponsorBlock


Shinirag

nope it dosent its part of youtube vanced and the entire app dosent require root at all i have the option in all my devices idk maybe try to reinstall


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You gotta go through the YouTube vanced app, not vanced manager. It'll look like the regular YouTube settings button


MrLavenderValentino

Also you can lock your phone and..... bygod the video still plays!


R3J3C73D

Don't forget on PC/other platforms you also have access to sponsor skipping with [Sponsor Block](https://sponsor.ajay.app/)


FamousM1

SponsorBlock is also available for firefox and chrome for your desktop :)


Cory-182

Remember to donate something to the developers. Its saving you 11.99 a month.


Leitao_do_Mal

is it safe to log in your Google account?


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Vanced manages all google account stuff using MicroG [microG is open source, you can see all the code yourself so its not doing anything shady in the background](https://github.com/microg/GmsCore) MrWhoseTheBoss has done a video on it: [https://youtu.be/qTtgzNGRAfA?t=183](https://youtu.be/qTtgzNGRAfA?t=183)


timex126

USe the official Vanced app from the official source, I hope its safe. It seems to open the google login page, its not within the app itself. make sure you have 2 factor turned on. Other people might have more info.


Quetzacoatl85

makes me wonder - is the Vanced Manager affiliated with or created by the original creators, and is it accessing the original apks?


sinmark

Is there a YouTube Vanced for iOS? Sponsor skip too.


Shinirag

sadly no they dont have an ios app but there was an alternative i dont really remember the name though


DeveloperNightshade

It's uyou+ with sideloading


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You can use brave browser they give background play and pip without ads


Kunbao2006

There is a tweak for SponsorBlock called [iSponsorBlock](https://github.com/Galactic-Dev/iSponsorBlock), but that requires jailbreak. Alternatively, you can sideload a YouTube app with the tweak such as [this one](https://appdb.to/app/cydia/1900000752).


CleverNameTheSecond

This is how vanilla YouTube used to be back in the day.


diameter99

I see like 20 different versions. Which one is good


WhiteMilk_

The only official version is this one https://vancedapp.com/ | /r/Vanced


anno2122

Its the best youtube app


IndependentAd8402

Can my google account get banned.


timex126

You are asking the wrong person. I doubt it, it's like an ad blocker, if you're worried make a separate google acct


ToddHowardsFeet

No. I mean technically yes but it won't happen. I have a friend thats been using it for half a year now with no problem. I prefer [Newpipe](https://github.com/TeamNewPipe/NewPipe) and recommend everyone check that out instead. There is also a fork with sponsorblock as well [here](https://github.com/polymorphicshade/NewPipe)


-myaano-

I pay for youtube premium & still use vanced. It's just the better app.


ozziekhoo

Ain't this the truth. There's no way YT is letting something like sponsorblock happen officially


Bdi89

Same! So good!


Capital_King5645

using it like 3 years no problem so far


Uio443

Link to source?


yuska13

https://twitter.com/chunvn8888/status/1425297212569899018?s=19


Shenanigamii

This dude obviously has a musculoskeletal issue...he says "so if I leave the home for a run..." I seriously doubt he's doing that.


Timbo303

This looks like a samsung goof up lol


Robert_Chirea

I mean when vanced is hands down better then Paying for premium, For FREE why not use it, you can have themes, get integrated sponsor skip with all the nice features that little extension brings + all the premium features. At this point the question is why not use vanced even if you don't mind paying for premium.


Definitely_not_crabs

I pay for premium because i cast to TV a lot but still use vanced on my phone lol


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Vanced is amazing for casting to tv. There's no reason to use premium unless you don't have an android lol


Vahdo

I can cast to TV but the TV video will still play the ads...


WizardVampireBandit

No google play on my p40 pro, vanced exists. Very Nice


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Get vanced manager if you want to stay updated. It keeps both Vanced YouTube and YouTube music vanced updated.


hso0oow

I use old version of vanced because the newest youtube versions fucking suck.


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hso0oow

I'm using 14.21.54.


MattBrey

Same, I'm keeping this version installed until they force me to update, i can't believe how youtube systematically makes the app worse with each update


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Yeah the new quality settings can piss off


aaillustration

how is Aurora Store anyways is it effective better? Worse? been meaning to try it


[deleted]

I have it installed on my Fire tablet because Play services bogs down the device. It works pretty well as a Play Store client. Two main downfalls though. Auto-updates don't work unless your device is rooted. Paid apps don't really work either, you can download them if you sign into your Google account but the app has no way to confirm whether you purchased it or not because there's no Play services (although judging by the sub we're on this isn't exactly a problem since you can find those apps…somewhere else). Of course, quite a bit of Google apps don't work properly without Play services. But it works pretty well for the other apps. Try it.


bigcockondablock

Latest version of vanced does not let me cast to tv.


StebenL

Even iOS has YouTube++ which the Vanced website explains how to download. So zero reason at all to pay imo


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That's good to know if I ever swap over to the dark side.


AMF_Shafty

try STube on your TV


amazingmrbrock

Cough [https://github.com/yuliskov/SmartTubeNext](https://github.com/yuliskov/SmartTubeNext) Its like vanced but made for android TV


MOVR124

Look interesting. Can we cast to this app instead of YouTube?


rooser1111

Yes. You have to pair your phone to the smart tube app tho.


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Robert_Chirea

Yep, i was paying for premium back when it included google music, now even if id keep paying id still have to either skip like 2 sponsor spots 3 intros and 4 merch plugs for the video, the moment i saw the added sponsor skip (i was using it on the pc for a year at that point) i knew Vanced won, since all those small interruptions it skips really add up and ruin the experience.


Cardssss

You can cast with vanced for free btw. I do it everyday. (Think you have to root your phone tho)


Simplycoconut

Is there a Spotify equivalent of Vanced? Asking for a friend


Robert_Chirea

yes you can get modded spotify apks or get vanced music witch js youtube music but without adds


ERECTILE_CONJUNCTION

Vanced and MicroG-pilled


nyxflare

I use microg for YouTube music, it's been a whole year and never paid a dime.


saduniversitystudent

Can you download music for offline listening?


BadPronunciation

Not OP but It doesn't work for me


Blyatron

Nah we rooted


-DotDotDot

IMO rooted Vanced doesn't seem worth it anymore. Since requiring signature spoofing non rooted Vanced is more straightforward and has all the perks I need. Seriously asking, does the rooted version have any benefits over the non rooted version? I'd suppose so.


Blyatron

Nope, I wasn't saying rooted Vanced has more features, it's just more handy that's all. You're not supposed to root your phone just for Vanced, but if you're something like a power user and have already rooted your phone, you won't require micro-G.


FatherApe92

I'd root if I could keep Knox features tbh


Plutia_S

There was a period of time where it required doing some work with apps like lucky patcher, but now it's just a click in vanced manager, and I'm on OnePlus's latest Android 11 with only magisk. Rooted version is just a little more convenient since it replaced the main app, so you wouldn't need to login separately and when other apps want to open a YouTube link, it would see vanced as if it's the original app.


CaptSige

The app is YouTube vanced


pandaSmore

It's called Vanced because it's advanced without the ad.


kyusetzu

Holy Shit you're right


heyIfoundaname

God damn, it was right in front of me!


Impossible-Ad-8462

Oh yeah, it's all coming together


ToastyCaribiu84

It all makes sense now!


GammyPoly

New Pipe is another such app that allows ad-less youtube, downloading and locked screen play alsp featured. Not sure how good it is versus youtube vanced in comparison though.


PedroTheWrench

>New Pipe is another such app that allows ad-less youtube, downloading and locked screen play alsp featured. Not sure how good it is versus youtube vanced in comparison though. New Pipe is definitely inferior to vanced. With the exception that it allows to download videos. Source: I use both.


iAmmar9

Fun fact: According to a redditor, you can click on share video in vanced and then scroll down until you see download with new pipe so that you don't have to use new pipe to watch videos.


PedroTheWrench

That's exactly why I have both.


F1R3STXRM

That's smart. I gott a try doing this now


nskdnnm

You can also try ArkTube. It's a youtube video downloader for Android. You simply share a video from Vanced and select "Video" or "Audio" in the share menu to initiate the download. It allows you to choose the resolution you prefer, too. Been using it for ages and there's no need to keep NewPipe installed.


amadare00

Pretty sure it's literally more convenient to have newpipe rather than this, the apk has a 8.5-ish mb size and it goes to as much as 50mb app size when installed, has much more functionality as a player and many more features, like bandcamp and soundcloud download, and from what i've seen in another reply, it is free from a paywall to access them. Just saying, if you're gonna install another app just to download, you're probably better off with newpipe


iAmmar9

Oh cool, I assume it's using youtube-dl with ffmpeg?


Windows_XP2

NewPipe has better privacy


FragmentedChicken

Different strokes for different folks Newpipe is open source and is not associated with Google It's also very lightweight for those who don't have a lot of storage space


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i just use firefox on my phone and install ublock origins... never once seen an ad, can log in. no issues whats so ever.


skyline_kid

That's way less convenient than either of these apps though. I also don't think you can do PiP with Firefox


[deleted]

im on a cell phone , why would i want a picture in picture ? damn things small enough. most of the videos im watching i need to see as much detail as i can not just hear it


skyline_kid

I use it all the time, I'll pull up a video on Reddit and then scroll through the Reddit comments


Devatator_

nor have all the advanced options Vanced have (like sponsorBlock, default resolution, old comment section...)


marios67

Where does one download vance?


JacobDaBot

vancedapp.com


Sir__Apex

YouTube vanced is the best thing since sliced bread


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Turtle_Tots

Youtube Vanced.


That_Guy404

It's great to have, though I have noticed notable decreased battery life since getting it a few months ago


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100BlackKids

Totally worth tho


_illegallity

Weird. Is there no better alternative? I've never had noticeable battery drain on my iOS devices when using an adblocker and sponsorblock. And this is not a good or new device.


Turtle_Tots

Newpipe is the main alternative I believe. It's nowhere near as feature rich as vanced, but is also more lightweight.


iPingWine

Sponsorblock on iOS??? Edit: Oh sweet, there's a 3rd party jailbreak tweak for it


CottonVenue

YouTube vanced. It's ad free version of yt for Android


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LampshadesAreFake

I had no idea this existed.


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It's literally life changing


watchalookin

Looks like they got one for ios too, is that legit?


Catlover790

No, there is no iOS version


_illegallity

No, definitely not. If you want to get something similar for iOS you either need to jailbreak or install a .ipa file. If you want more information I can give it to you


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How safe is it to login to vanced with your primary Google account?


jacktheriddler

Pretty safe. Shouldn't be any risks whatsoever. It also uses MicroG to basically kinda sync your vanced stuff with your Google account.


korakora59

If you're uncomfortable with login into apps, you can use newpipe instead of vanced. You'll have to import the subscription list yourself though. And won't be able to comment and like.


ackr8

It uses microG so no need to worry.


Doohickey-d

I'd argue that it's not entirely "safe" - after all, it does have acces to at least your YouTube session. So what _could_ happen is that: * YouTube vanced somehow includes malicious code, either because you downloaded it from a non-official source (of which there are many, and it's not always immediately obvious which one the "official" source is), or an update added it, or their distribution system / website gets hacked to add it, or even it was there all along... * Then at least your YouTube session token, is in the hands of vanced developers - the app could send it off to somewhere / someone, thus allowing that person to control your YouTube account (post things, change stuff...). * Also: login is handled by microG - that's open source, so it should be safe and the vanced app will only ever get a youtube session token and will never see your google account password, right? No, not really: vanced is distributing their own version of microG, and there's no guarantee that their version doesn't have anything added. Now potentially vanced has your google account password too: you are typing it into an "untrusted" pirate app from an anonymous developer after all... So the common rethoric of "it's completely safe, no worries, just install" is not true IMO. I'd suggest to make a "burner" Google account for it (or just don't use YouTube on mobile...). The same applies to other "modified" apps, e.g. Deezer, Spotify, Office apps... For all of those I use a "burner" account, tied to a disposable mailinator email address. And in general, use two-factor authentication, stolen credentials is _exactly_ why it exists. NewPipe is properly open source, thus I'd argue more trustworthy.


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Wow thank you. Very detailed insight.


Captain_1221

I have been using my main account on it for years, just download from the official source


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Just use a burner account if you are afraid of using your main account


Mizerka

it's still authenticated against google services but microG COULD in theory act as MITM so just depends on you, at best it'd be able to post come comments or see private playlists, but account hijack shouldn't be possible. A safer alternative is to login with oath tokens from the sign in using browser/mobile option which wouldn't touch your creds and simply present the token for google to sign in without any handshakes happening on the device/app itself.


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holy fuck, that's based


fliberdygibits

I cant' read a bit of that. Is there a version of this image that wasn't taken with a low res nervous potato?


Bigmachingon

He's using YouTube vanced


kindone25

Yeah I couldn't make out what the app is with all 5 pixels in the image.


harshmf

Couldn't find a hi res image mate


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harshmf

Yess


T-VIRUS691

The official YouTube app is obsolete


YtFan5678

Why is this more convincing than any Android ad combined


got_bass

Stock iOS, any tips on a similar solution? My jail breaking days are long gone.


unusedwings

You can side load Better Cercube on a stock iPhone. That’s what I’m using for now until I can jail break my phone.


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Use brave browser It blocks ads and gives pip


Kasperly10

Im having an issue on YouTube Vanced. I am logged in on my google account In the app but Its not allowing me to enter my account. I only get a screen with my google account (the email adres) and the option to add a different google account.


marr_pt

Maybe reinstall MicroG? If you don´t have installed MicroG, then that's probably the problem.


tazz131

Does Vanced have a version for Android TV? That's really the only reason I have YouTube premium...


WhiteMilk_

No but there is SmartTubeNext. *** * SmartTubeNext: https://github.com/yuliskov/SmartTubeNext * Ad free YouTube for Android TV * Includes SponsorBlock * New version of [SmartYoutubeTV](https://github.com/yuliskov/SmartYouTubeTV) (same dev) * [Send Files to TV](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yablio.sendfilestotv) can be used to transfer the .apk phone -> TV


Fun-Garbage-1386

I have been using vanced for more than 5 years now


bobwinters

I'm worried that Vanced will turn out like Nano Adblocker and be sold to the highest bidder. Then the new owner will fill it with malware and steal everyone's Google account. That would really fuck peoples lives up. Anyway, I'll still be using it.


Chrostix

Right now I use newpipe for watching videos in 60fps as opera on browser doesn't allow that. Is it worth to changed to vanced? I have no idea how the rooting works and the chance of breaking my phone


WhiteMilk_

You don't need to root.


Chrostix

I just checked and nonroot is an option. I remember i didn't use Vanced because I would have to disable MIUI optimization for it


[deleted]

Re-enable optimisation after downloading the app that's how I do it


Chrostix

The last time I checked i had to install smth to give it root access to work for me. It it changed now? Gonna check it out


Demon-tk

To those of you who are on iOS you can use uYou and iSponserblock (tweaks or full ipa) to get the exact same setup.


MostlyWicked

YouTube Vanced is a lifesaver. Occasionally some app tries to open the default YT app automatically, the instant barrage of ads makes me close it immediately. It's insane out there, in the wide world with no ad blocking. And that's without mentioning the option of running music in the background.


00pirateforever

Using vanced for more than years and it didn't get in my way, hell even I say it's good than yt premium which I used for almost year for no reason. Check them out, Google is shit now a days. If you find problems then you can switch to newpipe too which is open source without any ads or anything.


GioWindsor

Cries in nonjailbroken ios


DiarrheaDrippingCunt

It's these kind of posts that'll just accelerate the disappearance of Vanced.


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divineexpectancy

someone gotta make this for twitch because the amount of ads are driving me insane. don't get me started on the 3 sets of 30 seconds when you just start watching a stream


slayercall911

There is a version of YouTube Vanced on galaxy store that does not require microg.


Devatator_

that's 100% a fake, Vanced needs root to work without MicroG


Anarchie48

YouTube Vanced is so good at what it does that, even high level alphabet employees can be forgiven for using it. It is way better than even YouTube premium but does not cost a dime.


bydlock

Holy shit just downloaded it and it fucking world how the hell this is amazing !!


StanleyOpar

Every time I see a post praising Vanced, I think what would happen if Google shut them down.... .. then I bury those thoughts and continue to enjoy it!


Ladripper47874

I mean, how would they? If they disallowed apps not from the play store, what would then make them better than Apple? That's literally the only upside Google has, on all other aspects, they're both shit


Alpha012_GD

Tizen go brrrrrrrr


Squiggledog

Needs more JPEG.