Streaming TV Original APK
YouTube Pink Original, an aggregated catalogue without the paywall.

An aggregated streaming catalogue with subtitle auto-fetch, Real-Debrid pairing, external player handover, and Chromecast support. No login wall, no in-app upsell.

  • Subtitle Auto-Fetch
  • Real-Debrid
  • Chromecast Ready
  • Version

    Latest tested build.

    v21.14.484
  • Download size

    On disk after install.

    156 MB
  • Installs

    Play Store installs.

    100K+

YouTube Pink is a modded version of the YouTube app for Android that strips out ads and adds the extras you normally pay for. This page covers the latest APK release with screenshots, the main features, install steps, compatibility notes, and a few things to check before you tap install.

What is YouTube Pink?

YouTube Pink is a patched build of the standard YouTube app. It keeps the same layout and library you already know, then layers on the features locked behind a Premium subscription. You watch without ads, play clips in the background, and keep videos for offline viewing, all from one familiar interface.

The headline draw is ad-free playback. No pre-roll, no mid-roll, no banners. On top of that you get background play, so audio keeps running when you switch apps or lock the screen. There is also a picture-in-picture window and an audio-only mode for when you just want the sound.

The build is sideload-only because Google Play will not host a modified YouTube client. Whoever maintains it rebuilds against each new YouTube release, so the Pink version usually trails the official app by a few days. The name comes from the optional pink theme, though dark and light skins ship alongside it.

What does YouTube Pink offer?

YouTube Pink is built around the features most people wish the free YouTube app had. Ads are gone across videos and search. Background playback lets you keep listening with the screen off, which turns the app into a music player when you want one.

You can download videos straight to the device and watch them later with no connection. An audio-only toggle saves data when you only care about the sound, and picture-in-picture keeps a small window on screen while you do other things on the phone.

Theme options cover pink, dark, and light, so you can match it to your taste. You can also loop a clip, play in the background by default, and skip the usual Premium upsell prompts. Sign in with your Google account works the same as the official app for subscriptions and history.

Key features

YouTube Pink keeps the same surface as the official client and unlocks the parts you would otherwise pay for. Here is what people actually open it for:

  • Ad-free playback: No pre-roll, mid-roll, or banner ads across videos and search.
  • Background play: Keep audio running with the screen off or while using other apps.
  • Video downloads: Save clips to the device and watch them offline later.
  • Audio-only mode: Stream just the sound to save data and battery.
  • Picture-in-picture: Float a small player on screen while you multitask.
  • Theme choices: Switch between pink, dark, and light skins.

What's new in the latest version?

The latest build of YouTube Pink (v21.14.484) focuses on stability, compatibility, and small interface fixes on top of the changes pulled from the official client. The maintainer rebuilds against each new YouTube release as it lands, so the modded build usually follows the official version by a few days.

  • Improved stability across newer Android versions, including Android 14 and 15
  • Faster loading and a smaller memory footprint on lower-RAM devices
  • Bug fixes for reported playback, sync, or sign-in issues
  • Updated interface elements that match the official client's current design
  • Better support for foldable and tablet form factors
  • Patched mod modules rebuilt against the new base APK

Pros and cons

What works
  • Wide catalogue from open sources
  • Real-Debrid friendly
  • Chromecast and Fire TV support
  • Subtitle auto-fetch
  • No account wall
  • Lightweight footprint
What does not
  • Streams depend on third-party hosts
  • Quality varies by source
  • Some streams flagged as CAM
  • No automatic updates
  • Region restrictions apply
  • Permissions require manual review

Good to know before installing

Modded APKs install by sideload, so Android will ask you to allow 'Install unknown apps' for your file manager or browser. This is normal. Only turn it on for sources you trust.

Check the package name, version, and requested permissions before you open the app. If the permissions do not match what a YouTube client should need, hold off on installing.

App information

At a glance
The YouTube Pink Original spec sheet
  • App name
    YouTube Pink Original
  • Package name
    com.pvanced.android.youtube
  • Version
    21.14.484
  • Updated
    Latest release
  • Android required
    5.0+ (Lollipop)
  • Developer
    YouTube Pink
  • Category
    Streaming TV
  • File size
    156 MB
  • Installs
    100K+
  • License
    Free / Freemium

How to install YouTube Pink APK on Android

Install in five steps
Getting YouTube Pink Original on your device
  • 1
    Tap the download button
    The YouTube Pink Original APK file lands in your Downloads folder.
  • 2
    Allow unknown apps
    Grant the install-unknown-apps permission to your file manager when Android prompts.
  • 3
    Run the installer
    Accept the in-place update if a previous version is on the device.
  • 4
    Launch the app
    Complete first-run setup or sign in to your account.
  • 5
    Review permissions
    Open Settings inside the app and confirm permissions match the app's purpose.

Is YouTube Pink safe?

YouTube itself is safest from Google Play, signed by Google. A modded build like YouTube Pink is a different file, so the usual checks matter more. Before installing, look at the package name, version, file size, and requested permissions. If any of it looks off compared to a normal YouTube client, do not install the APK.

The YouTube Pink APK on this page is signed by the modder, not by Google. Play Protect will flag it on install because it did not come from the Play Store. That warning is expected for any sideloaded APK, and you can dismiss it and continue at your own discretion. The real question is what sits inside the file, which is why we list the package name, version number, and file size up top.

FAQ

  • Is YouTube Pink free?
    Yes. The APK is free to install, and it unlocks the ad-free playback, background play, and downloads that normally need a Premium subscription.
  • Is YouTube Pink legal?
    It is a modified version of YouTube, so it sits in a grey area. Using it may go against YouTube's terms of service, even though installing the APK is common.
  • Can I install YouTube Pink on Fire TV or Android TV?
    Yes. Sideload it through Downloader. The interface still works with a remote, though the layout is built for phones first.
  • Does YouTube Pink update automatically?
    No. The modder ships a new build after each official YouTube release. Check back on this page when a fresh version drops.
  • Will it block ads inside videos too?
    Yes. Ad-free playback covers pre-roll, mid-roll, and the banner overlays, not just the ones around the video.
  • What Android version does it require?
    Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later for the latest builds.

Final verdict

YouTube Pink is worth installing if you want ad-free YouTube with background play and downloads without paying for Premium. You get the same app you already know, minus the ads and the upsell. Check compatibility, permissions, and the download source before you install the APK, and come back to this page when a new build drops.

For your main Google account, the official Play Store app is still the safer install because of Google's scanning and the auto-update channel. Use the modded build on a secondary or burner account where the risk to your account matters less. If you only have one account, weigh the convenience of the unlocks against the small but real chance that YouTube flags a patched client.