I have created an open-source version of YouTube Red

In plain words

This is an open-source alternative to YouTube Red, designed for developers who want to modify or self-host video playback functionality. Launched in 2016, the project provides tools for managing YouTube content without relying on the official paid service. It's suitable for developers looking to build custom video solutions or understand how premium YouTube features work through open-source code.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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  YouTube Red2015 · youtube.com · ▲187

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