App Youtube Android 5.1.1

If installing the APK proves difficult or the app runs too slowly on older hardware, the best alternative is using the browser version.

You need a version of the YouTube app that was designed for Android 5.0/5.1. We recommend version 12.19.56 or slightly older. These versions have the modern Material Design interface but lack the very newest features (like Shorts on the bottom bar). app youtube android 5.1.1

  • In the search bar, type "YouTube."
  • Find a version compatible with your screen density (usually nodpi) and Android version.
  • Tap the Download button.
  • Once the download is complete, swipe down the notification shade and tap the downloaded file. If it is not there, open your "Downloads" app or use a file manager to find it.

    • Disclaimer: Downloading APK files from the internet carries a risk of malware. Always scan files with an antivirus app if possible and stick to reputable sites like APKMirror. If installing the APK proves difficult or the

    Warning: You must enable "Unknown Sources." In the search bar, type "YouTube

    Where to download safely: Do not use random "APK downloader" sites. Use APKMirror (owned by the tech news site Illogical Robot). It is the only site Google trusts for security.

    Pro Tip: Immediately go to the Play Store, search YouTube, tap the three dots in the top right, and uncheck "Auto-update." Otherwise, your phone will try to install a broken version overnight.

    Even version 17.29.36 is getting old. Log-in servers change. Google revokes tokens. If your sideloaded YouTube app suddenly says "No connection" or "Please sign in," use these backups.