YouTube Frontends are applications that can be run on-device
or on a server. Frontends mimic Youtube's native app or site with
more privacy, no ads, and sometimes new features.
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Open Source
Open Source Software refers to computer programs that make their code freely available to the public. This allows for the code to be analyzed for any security flaws and malicious code. The code can also be "forked" and turned into a new application if anyone wishes to do so.
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| Sponsorblock |
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| Import/Export |
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| DeArrow |
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| Multi-Account |
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| Return Dislikes |
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| Block Channels |
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| Mute words |
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*Web frontends on popular instances are prone to breakage, so I
recommend using a less popular instance, self hosting or using
an application.
Web |
 CloudTube |
 Invidious |
 Piped |
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Open Source
Open Source Software refers to computer programs that make their code freely available to the public. This allows for the code to be analyzed for any security flaws and malicious code. The code can also be "forked" and turned into a new application if anyone wishes to do so.
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Optional JavaScript
JavaScript can be used to track you by recording your actions on websites. Actions such as clicks, keystrokes, and scrolling can be sent to third-party servers, often without the user's knowledge. JavaScript can also create a unique browser fingerprint using your device’s settings, which allows for persistent tracking even if cookies are blocked.
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Disabling Javascript disables comments
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| Comments |
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| Built in Sponsorblock |
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| Subscriptions RSS |
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| Per Channel RSS |
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| Account Sync |
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| Import/Export |
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| DeArrow |
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| Custom playlists |
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| Watch History |
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Stored locally
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