YouTube
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AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedHugely popularTop 10- Total installs
- 24 billion
- Best rank
- #2
- Top Free, United States
- Rating on Google Play
- 3.77
- 160,558,237 ratings
- Last updated
- June 4, 2026
YouTube is one of the most installed apps on Google Play, with 24 billion installs. Users are divided: 3.8 stars from 160,558,237 ratings. Its best ranking is #2 in Top Free, Video Players & Editors in United States.
Summary
YouTube, the official app from Google LLC, continues to rank #2 in MEDIA_VIDEO across the US, Denmark, and Norway, with 10,000,000,000+ total downloads and 240M in the last 30 days. It maintains a strong user base reflected in a rating of 3.77 from 160,558,237 ratings.
Pros & Cons
- Strong global ranking in video category (top 2 in multiple markets)
- Massive reach with 10,000,000,000+ total downloads
- Comprehensive feature set: discovery, subscriptions, creation, live streams, and memberships
- Official Google app with a broad ecosystem compatibility
- Some features are country-restricted (e.g., certain Explore topics, family options, and Premium availability)
- Extensive permission requirements for full functionality
Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 240 million
- Per day
- 7.9 million
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 10+ billion
- Launched
- October 2010
Installs over time
YouTube has been installed 24 billion times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 7.9 million installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #2
- Chart
- Top Free
- Video Players & Editors
- Country
- United States
Google Play Rankings for YouTube
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | United States | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 4 | Canada | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 2 | Denmark | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 4 | France | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 2 | Norway | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 2 | Saudi Arabia | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 5 | Germany | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 5 | Japan | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 3 | Australia | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
| 3 | United Kingdom | Video Players & Editors | Top Free |
Ranking history in United States
Competitors
Similar apps and more from Google LLCAlternatives to YouTube
More from Google LLC
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 21.23.483
- Launched
- October 2010
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayGoogle Play Rating history and histogram
Comments on YouTube for Android
Technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- Contains ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 31
- App size
- 123.4 MB
- Needs Android
- 12.1+
- Content rating
- Medium
Technologies used by YouTube
About the app and developer
About YouTube
YouTube is a video players & editors app developed by Google LLC.
Install Statistics
YouTube has been downloaded 24 billion times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 240 million times. It is ranked #2 in video players & editors.
User Ratings
YouTube is rated 3.77 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 160 million ratings.
App Information
YouTube is freely available from Google Play. The APK size is 123.41 MB. The latest APK version available is 21.23.483. The last update was on June 4, 2026.
Technical Requirements
YouTube requires Android 12.1+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Medium Maturity. The app has been available on Google Play since October 2010.
App Performance Report
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Frequently asked questions about YouTube
Is YouTube free?
Yes. YouTube is free on Google Play.
Is YouTube still available?
Yes. YouTube is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on June 4, 2026.
Does YouTube contain ads?
Yes. Google Play lists YouTube as containing ads.
What Android version does YouTube require?
YouTube runs on Android 12.1 and higher.
How large is YouTube?
YouTube is 123.41 MB.
Is YouTube suitable for children?
Google Play gives YouTube a medium maturity rating, so it is not meant for young children.
How many times has YouTube been installed?
Google Play lists 10,000,000,000+ installs for YouTube.
How do people rate YouTube?
YouTube scores 3.77 out of 5 stars, from 160,558,237 ratings on Google Play.
Who made YouTube?
YouTube was developed by Google LLC. It is listed in the video players & editors category on Google Play.
What are the best alternatives to YouTube?
People looking at YouTube also look at these video players & editors apps: Viewstats by MrBeast, Ask Naveen, AI Youtube SEO Tools, Get Subscribers for YouTube, Video Search for YouTube.
Store listing
By Google LLC, from Google Play“Enjoy your favorite videos and channels with the official YouTube app.”
Description by Google LLC Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Watch and subscribe
● Browse personal recommendations on Home
● See the latest from your favorite channels in Subscriptions
● Look up videos you’ve watched, liked, and saved for later in Library
Explore different topics, what’s popular, and on the rise (available in select countries)
● Stay up to date on what’s popular in music, gaming, beauty, news, learning and more
● See what’s trending on YouTube and around the world on Explore
● Learn about the coolest Creators, Gamers, and Artists on the Rise (available in select countries)
Connect with the YouTube community
● Keep up with your favorites creators with Posts, Stories, Premieres, and Live streams
● Join the conversation with comments and interact with creators and other community members
Create content from your mobile device
● Create or upload your own videos directly in the app
● Engage with your audience in real time with live streaming right from the app
Find the experience that fits you and your family (available in select countries)
● Every family has their own approach to online video. Learn about your options: the YouTube Kids app or a new parent supervised experience on YouTube at youtube.com/myfamily
Support creators you love with channel memberships (available in select countries)
● Join channels that offer paid monthly memberships and support their work
● Get access to exclusive perks from the channel & become part of their members community
● Stand out in comments and live chats with a loyalty badge next to your username
Upgrade to YouTube Premium (available in select countries)
● Watch videos uninterrupted by ads, while using other apps, or when the screen is locked
● Save videos for when you really need them – like when you’re on a plane or commuting
● Get access to YouTube Music Premium as part of your benefits
Recent changes:
For new features, look for in-product education & notifications sharing the feature and how to use it!