If you frequently watch YouTube videos then you might agree that one of the most annoying things about it is the overwhelming number of advertisements that will keep on interrupting while you are watching the videos. Although we understand the fact that this is where the creators get most of their revenue, the overwhelming number of ads, somehow, affects your overall watching experience. Interestingly, there is an app called “YouTube Vanced” that comes with the sole purpose of blocking all video ads and allows you to play videos in the background, or in Picture in Picture. If you want a fully satisfying YouTube streaming experience with no interruptions, you might consider adding YouTube Vanced on your device.

How YouTube Vanced works?

Generally, the main purpose of this app is to make your YouTube streaming habit even more enjoyable and fun. Using YouTube Vanced is not complicated at all. The app comes with a simple and user-friendly interface that you can easily navigate and explore. It simply feels like you are watching the actual YouTube app but without any ad interruptions. You can download the YouTube Vanced app on Google Play Store or you can also sideload it using the Vanced Manager (you can download the APK file directly from their official webpage at vancedapp.com). The Vanced Manager also allows you to download YouTube Vanced Music and Brave browser).

It is also interesting to note that YouTube Vanced comes with a great number of features. One of its main features is the option of an AMOLED black theme to reduce eye and battery strain. The user interface of this app is very much the same as YouTube. You can search for your favorite videos and stream them right away. To top it all, Vanced also allows you to override Codec options such as forcing H264 for old devices or VP9, this also allows you to force HDR playback or turn off 60fps if you prefer a cinematic experience. You can also force the default video resolution as high or low as you want and even override your screen resolution for that sharp 4k playback on any device. If you really want to go straight to the main content, the app also allows you to skip introductions, outros, and reminders to subscribe.

Features

Block Ads on Videos– Blocks All videos ads and allows you to play videos in the background or in Picture in Picture

Amoled Black Theme– Features the option of an AMOLED black theme to reduce eye and battery strain.

Manage Video Resolutions– Force the default video resolution as high or low as you want and even override your screen resolution for that sharp 4k playback on any device, and also allows you to change the default playback speed to anywhere between 0.25x to 2x

Self-Repeat Option– New auto-repeat feature allowing you to enjoy videos like TikTok/vines or simply continue playing a song on loop.

Skip Video Segments– Features the ability to skip annoying sponsor segments (where a YouTuber advertises a service or product in the middle of a video). It also supports skipping other categories, such as intros, outros, and reminders to subscribe.

Download & Install YouTube Vanced

For Android

YouTube Vanced requires an Android version 4.1 and above
It has a Content Rating of (12+) due to unrestricted web access
For Android, the app size is 4.3 MB so it won’t really hurt much of your phone storage
YouTube Vanced requires a stable Internet connection.
The app will ask you to grant permission to access wifi connection information, and more