If you're still using the regular YouTube app, there’s a good chance you're not getting the best out of it. You might already be tired of ads, random video quality drops, or how it stops the moment you switch apps. There was a time when YouTube Vanced made all that better. It worked quietly in the background and gave you more control, and it just felt smoother. But since it ended, many people have been searching for what comes next. ReVanced fills that space now, but in a different way. If you follow a few easy steps, you will see how your YouTube experience can feel better again.
What is YouTube Vanced
YouTube Vanced was not some brand-new app. It was based on the original YouTube, just upgraded in ways that made it better for regular users. You could block ads, run videos in the background, and enjoy the app without constant interruptions. It didn’t need root access or anything advanced, so anyone could use it easily. Sadly, the Vanced project stopped, but now ReVanced takes over that space. ReVanced does not come ready-made like before. You actually patch the official app yourself, and that lets you pick only the features you want.
Vanced now as ReVanced patches
Instead of downloading a finished app, ReVanced lets you build your own custom version of YouTube using small patches. These patches are tools that add new options, or remove limits from the original app. You choose them using a patching app, and it creates a fresh version of YouTube based on your choices. It's not hard, just different than before. Once done, you get a familiar YouTube look but with all the features that Vanced had and even more.
Block all ads
One of the biggest reasons people moved to Vanced or ReVanced is to stop ads. YouTube now has so many ads that watching one video can feel like watching three. With the ad-blocking patch, you will skip all ads completely, not just some of them. No banners, no video ads, no delays. It just loads the content you want and plays it right away.
Background play
This is something basic, but YouTube doesn’t allow it unless you pay. ReVanced solves this by letting your videos keep playing in the background when you switch apps or lock the screen. Great if you listen to music, news, or long talks while doing something else. It’s smooth and automatic.
Customize the theme
If the regular app always resets back to light mode or doesn’t let you go full black theme, ReVanced gives you control. There are patches that change the look permanently to dark or AMOLED black. That way it looks better, and it also helps your battery if you have OLED screen phones.
Skip sponsored sections
ReVanced also includes a patch using SponsorBlock. It checks for parts in videos where creators talk about sponsors, and skips over them automatically. It works with help from other users who mark those segments. You don’t have to press anything. It skips on its own and brings you straight back to the video.
Swipe for volume and brightness
A lot of users love this because it feels more modern. With this feature on, you can swipe on your screen to control brightness and volume while watching. One side does volume, the other does screen brightness. No need to look for buttons or pause the video. Once you get used to it, it’s hard to go back.
Lock video quality
This patch lets you stop YouTube from changing your video resolution on its own. You pick the resolution you like, and it stays that way until you change it again. Sometimes YouTube changes it even when your network is fine, which can be annoying. With this patch, it won’t change without your say.
How to Download and Install
To get started, just visit youtubevanced.org and follow the download link. You will need to install a manager app that helps apply patches easily.
Here are the steps to follow:
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Go to the website and download the ReVanced Manager
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Install MicroG so your account can work with the app
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Open the Manager and select YouTube to patch
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Choose which patches to include
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Tap on build and let it finish
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Once done, install the final app and open it
FAQ
Do I need to root my phone for ReVanced?
No, ReVanced works without root. You can patch YouTube using the manager app and it will run fine. Some advanced features need root, but most people don’t use them. So you don’t have to worry about that.
Can I still use my Google account?
Yes, as long as you install MicroG before using ReVanced. That way, the app can connect to your account, show your playlists, saved videos, and your history. It feels the same as the official one.
Is ReVanced safe to use?
It is safe if you download it from trusted places. The project is open-source, so the code is public and checked by many developers. Also, it does not ask for strange permissions or access to your data.
What happens when YouTube updates?
Sometimes updates can make a patch stop working, but the ReVanced team usually updates them fast. You just go back to the manager app, rebuild your patched YouTube with the new version, and it works again.
Is the app stable during daily use?
Yes, for most people it works fine every day. It doesn’t crash or lag more than the regular app. You just have to make sure you update it when patches change. Other than that, it's stable for daily watching.
Can I uninstall it easily if I don’t want it anymore?
Yes, you can remove it like any other app. And then, if you want, you can go back to using the Play Store version of YouTube. Nothing gets broken, and your data remains safe.
Conclusion
ReVanced brings the control back to the user, the same way YouTube Vanced did in the past. You don’t need to deal with ads, video interruptions, or poor app design anymore. With a little setup, you create your own version of YouTube that works how you want. You will find that using ReVanced gives you more freedom to just watch videos without being pushed into things you didn’t ask for. It takes a few steps to build it, but once it's ready, it’s hard to imagine going back.