No, YouTube Vanced is not the same as YouTube Premium. It only offers some similar features, no ads and background play, but it is not the official paid service from YouTube.
YouTube Vanced is a modified YouTube app that offers additional features for free. You can watch videos without ads, play videos in the background, use a small floating window (PiP), and turn on a black theme. It works like YouTube, but with more helpful options.
It needs permissions to install apps, store files, and update Vanced smoothly.
Yes, it is generally safe if you download it from a trusted source. Always avoid fake websites.
Yes, you can use both apps simultaneously without any issues.
Yes, it works on most Android phones running Android 6.0 or above.
Yes, YouTube Vanced blocks ads automatically once the feature is available.
Yes. To sign in with your Google account, you must install Vanced microG.
Yes. You can play videos or music even when the screen is off.
Yes, it works on most Android phones running Android 6.0 or above.
It may happen due to: Old version Too much cache Weak internet Open the app data or reinstall it.
Go to: Settings → Apps → Default Apps → Choose YouTube Vanced
Go to: Settings → Apps → microG → Notifications → Turn it off.
Yes, all subtitles and captions work the same as the official YouTube app.
Heavy network traffic or weak internet can cause slow loading. Try clearing the cache to improve speed.
Yes, if it supports Android apps.
The project was stopped due to legal issues with Google. But older versions still work fine.
Vanced is an older mod. ReVanced is the new updated mod created by the community.