YouTube AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Video Sharing Tools

The best Video Sharing alternative to YouTube is PeerTube, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to YouTube and loads of them are Video Sharing Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Video Sharing Tool alternatives to YouTube are BitChute, LBRY, Vimeo and Odysee.

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  1. PeerTube icon

    PeerTube

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    A free, decentralized and federated video platform that allows peer-to-peer video streaming. Supports interoperability via ActivityPub, customizable user interface, video embedding, and follows channels from across the Fediverse without data mining or ads.

    73 PeerTube alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
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    Comment summary: PeerTube is appreciated as an open-source, decentralized alternative to YouTube, offering privacy control and ad-free viewing. Positive comments highlight its federated nature, allowing individual hosting and linking with other instances. Users appreciate its potential for content creators and as a self-hostable video-sharing option. However, criticisms include limited content, performance issues, and a more complicated user experience compared to YouTube.
    Top Positive Comment
    Douze
    10

    PeerTube is the open-source technology that links together independent instances on which people freely host and post videos. Find an instance that suits you or create your own, and join the federated PeerTube community !

    artiman
    Positive
    0

    It's decentralized and made by a non-profit, and it has a way better search than YouTube and as seen in the name it has torrenting, so users can share the load of the server some of the biggest advantages of YouTube is the insane load the server can take and host so many videos peertube instances may not have big datacenters, but it clearly has good software

    Festo
    Positive
    1

    Ad-free, decentralized alternative to share videos.

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    • Almost everyone thinks PeerTube is a great YouTube alternative.

    • PeerTube is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & Self-Hosted alternative to YouTube.

    • PeerTube is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to YouTube.

    • PeerTube is Free and Open SourceYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
    • PeerTube is Privacy focusedYouTube is not according to our users
  2. BitChute icon

    BitChute

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    BitChute is a peer to peer video sharing platform. Its mission is to put people and free speech first. It's free to join and create and upload your own videos to share with others.

    84 BitChute alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

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    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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    Comments about BitChute as an Alternative to YouTube
    Comment summary: BitChute is recognized as a popular alternative to YouTube due to its emphasis on free speech and independence from major corporations like Google. Comments highlight its diverse content without censorship, although some users disagree, claiming censorship still exists. BitChute's P2P technology and decentralized nature are appreciated. It is praised for creator freedom and fewer restrictions compared to YouTube, attracting disgruntled YouTubers seeking a new platform.
    Top Positive Comment
    Ehsan Mohammadi
    11

    Western censorship sucks! I couldn't believe it at first.

    Top Negative Comment
    DL300
    3

    Bitchute looked like an alternative to YouTube, but as we saw in the past two years; they are just as censorship-happy.

    Navi
    Negative
    1

    About as untrustworthy a site as YouTube.

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    • Most users think BitChute is a great YouTube alternative.

    • BitChute is Free and ProprietaryYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
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    LBRY

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    LBRY is the first digital marketplace to be controlled by the market's participants rather than a corporation or other 3rd-party.

    32 LBRY alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
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    Comments about LBRY as an Alternative to YouTube
    Comment summary: LBRY is praised as a decentralized, privacy-focused alternative to YouTube that offers open-source features, unlimited video uploads, privacy, and monetization through cryptocurrency rewards. Some users find the platform's interface confusing and express concerns about video visibility and the transition to Odysee. The transition has garnered mixed reactions, with some noting improvements and others highlighting limitations like unclear payment models.
    Top Positive Comment
    Rodney42
    2

    It allows you to upload unlimited amounts of video.

    Top Negative Comment
    takitzis
    -1

    LBRY video interface has moved to Odyssee, so no more is a Youtube alternative

    hfVgd_
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    0

    Open source and ad-free but the main website Odysee is centralized and uses tracking cookies.

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    • Almost everyone thinks LBRY is a great YouTube alternative.

    • LBRY is the most popular Windows, Mac, Linux, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to YouTube.

    • LBRY is Free and Open SourceYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
    • LBRY is Privacy focusedYouTube is not according to our users
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    Vimeo

     423 likes
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    Vimeo is the best way to get your videos online in the highest quality with great tools to share publicly or privately.

    104 Vimeo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • Apple TV
    • Kindle Fire
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    Comments about Vimeo as an Alternative to YouTube
    Comment summary: Vimeo offers high-quality videos and a platform targeted more towards indie filmmakers and creatives compared to YouTube. Opinions on Vimeo vary, with some appreciating the artistic content and others criticizing limitations like its business model, search functionality, and user interface. Users are divided on Vimeo's monetization approach, while YouTube remains a preferred choice for its mainstream appeal and daily usability.
    Top Positive Comment
    Paul Karpo
    9

    Only if we talk about YT as video hosting for companies or frellancers, then Vimeo is a great one!

    Top Negative Comment
    stranger195
    7

    There are upload limits and it caters to a different audience

    NickThe_Statistic
    Positive
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    My experience with Vimeo was terrible. Just unheard at all. Yes they seem to have their head up a NY butt there. All this artsy fartsy stuff, and you can't get heard at all. I may as well be on YouTube as this shady website that ghosted the heck out of me.

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    • Most users think Vimeo is a great YouTube alternative.

    • Vimeo is Freemium and ProprietaryYouTube is also Freemium and Proprietary
  7. Odysee icon

    Odysee

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    Launch your own channel | Watch and share videos.

    116 Odysee alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    Top Positive Comment
    bchpls
    4

    At this point in time odysee seems to be the most attractive alternative for youtube. Many content creator (especially those who value freedom) switch every day.

    Shaz Shah
    2

    I'm actually on the fence with Odysee. Yes, it's a functional alternative to YouTube. But it also is built upon a blockchain protocol (LIBRY). So you will get all sorts of material without moderation, censorship or take-downs. While it sounds cool, you are at risk of seeing dangerous as well as potentially false content.

    RemovedUser
    Positive
    4

    It sucks, but man is it way better than Youtube.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Odysee is a great YouTube alternative.

    • Odysee is Freemium and Open SourceYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Odysee is Privacy focusedYouTube is not according to our users
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    Dailymotion

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    Dailymotion is a video sharing service website, headquartered in the 18th arrondissement, Paris, France.

    80 Dailymotion alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Kindle Fire
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    Comments about Dailymotion as an Alternative to YouTube
    Comment summary: Dailymotion is praised as a solid alternative to YouTube, offering unique content, and looser terms of service. It attracts users with features for managing and monetizing videos, despite being limited by the absence of community-building features like comments and livestream options. Users appreciate its independence from Google, but some users report technical issues like slow uploads and crashes.
    Top Positive Comment
    Gigi Barly
    12

    Sometimes i found vids here which i dont find at youtube

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    14

    Dailymotion doesn't have the comments section on a video as Youtube and removed the livestream option.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Kai Liu
    Positive
    0

    I watched a lot of great Asian dramas on DailyMotion, great alternative

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    • Most users think Dailymotion is a great YouTube alternative.

    • Dailymotion is Free and ProprietaryYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
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    VidLii

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    This site mimics old YouTube and has the 2008 header and 2009 looking pages. This fixes many problems YouTube has, like lack of customization and community issues.

    84 VidLii alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    Community Page
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    Comments about VidLii as an Alternative to YouTube
    Comment summary: VidLii receives praise for its nostalgic approach, replicating the classic YouTube experience with features such as star ratings and customizable channel layouts. Users commend its active community and the ease of contacting staff, highlighting a positive user environment and an available partnership program. However, concerns are raised about a controversial acquisition involving ownership by a neo-nazi, affecting its reputation.
    Top Positive Comment
    knotsnappy
    7

    This site fixes all of the problems that YouTube has and is run by good people.

    RemovedUser
    Positive
    1

    Recently, Vidlii was acquired by a neo-nazi, Kuznetsov.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Exeref
    Positive
    0

    Vidlii has a great and active community, despite it having a relatively small user base. Getting in contact with staff is not difficult and they even have a partner program.

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    • Most users think VidLii is a great YouTube alternative.

    • VidLii is Free and ProprietaryYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
    • VidLii is CustomizableYouTube is not according to our users
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    DTube

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    DTube is the first crypto-decentralized video platform, built on top of the Steemit and the IPFS peer-to-peer network.

    76 DTube alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
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    Top Positive Comment
    OAKSIF0
    2

    Love it looks like youtube but its not. And I didn't know it was completly decentralized and open source! What a bonus!

    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    No censors, so you can listen to mrbeast swear all the time!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -5

    Censor free, easy to use, and fun. Would recommend.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think DTube is a great YouTube alternative.

    • DTube is Free and Open SourceYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
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    MediaGoblin

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    MediaGoblin is a free software media publishing platform that anyone can run. You can think of it as a decentralized alternative to Flickr, YouTube, SoundCloud, etc.

    60 MediaGoblin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Sandstorm
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    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    12

    It is a free/libre software that respects your freedom and the freedom of your personal data.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    -1

    Poor in content, unused, not immediately clear, important structural difference that are not obvious.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    -10

    Clueless how it works and it would not upload my video when I tried the demo so there was no way to figure it out.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think MediaGoblin is a great YouTube alternative.

    • MediaGoblin is Free and Open SourceYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
  13. Rumble icon

    Rumble

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    Rumble is your rights management video platform. Host, distribute and monetize all your professional, social and viral video.

    104 Rumble alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Top Positive Comment
    Yousif Adel
    1

    Rumble has much less censorship than youtube. It also has a rapidly growing userbase which is nice to see.

    crogonint
    Positive
    1

    They allow honest content, instead of trying to push their ideological goals on to everyone else.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Exeref
    Positive
    1

    It has very advanced licensing features for videos and allows you to earn ad revenue from your videos, much like YouTube. There is also an active community and many big YouTube creators also upload their content to Rumble.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Rumble is a great YouTube alternative.

    • Rumble is Free and ProprietaryYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
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    diVine

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    Short-form video app reviving six-second looping format, blending restored archive of 100,000+ historic clips with new user posts, all running on decentralized Nostr protocol. Authenticity is upheld by cryptographic checks, enabling only verified device uploads.

    22 diVine alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
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    AVideo

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    It is an open source solution that is freely available to everyone. It's written in PHP and you can create your own video sharing site and stream Live videos for free.

    92 AVideo alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    • Docker
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    danielneto1
    Positive
    0

    Very clear layout and help

    Guest
    Negative
    -8

    YouPHPTube is primarily for downloading videos from a url.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think AVideo is a great YouTube alternative.

    • AVideo is Free and Open SourceYouTube is Freemium and Proprietary
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