YouTube Alternatives for Linux
YouTube is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is NewPipe, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to YouTube and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to YouTube are LBRY, MediaGoblin, FreeTube and YouPHPTube.
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YouTube alternatives are mainly Video Streaming Apps, but if you're looking for YouTube Clients or Video Sharing Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Android + YouTube Clients. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to YouTube.- Video Sharing Tool
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- 141 NewPipe alternatives
Discover and stream videos with a lightweight open-source front-end supporting YouTube, PeerTube, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, and more. Enjoy seamless 4K playback, audio in background, and video downloads without the need for Google Services or an account. Perfect for avid streamers.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
- Linux
- Android
- SoundCloud
- YouTube Music
- Flathub
- Bandcamp
- YouTube
- F-Droid
- Flatpak
- PeerTube
Comments about NewPipe as an Alternative to YouTube
Comment summary: NewPipe is often praised as a privacy-focused, ad-free alternative to the YouTube app, allowing users to download videos and play them in the background. However, it remains a YouTube client rather than an independent video platform. Several users emphasize that while it offers a de-Googled experience, it still relies on YouTube for content. Consequently, it is not considered a full alternative to YouTube itself, but rather a different interface for accessing YouTube's services.Top Positive CommentTop Negative CommentAlexandre ZANNINewPipe is not a video platform but a front-end client for Youtube.
Most Recent Commentno ads, can listen while the app is in background for free
- 30 LBRY alternatives
LBRY is the first digital marketplace to be controlled by the market's participants rather than a corporation or other 3rd-party.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- AppImageHub
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 CommentRodney42It allows you to upload unlimited amounts of video.
Top Negative CommenttakitzisLBRY video interface has moved to Odyssee, so no more is a Youtube alternative
Most Recent CommentModern and room for more features and growth.
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Linux
- BSD
- Self-Hosted
- Sandstorm
MediaGoblin Features
Comments about MediaGoblin as an Alternative to YouTube
Top Positive CommentIt is a free/libre software that respects your freedom and the freedom of your personal data.
Top Negative CommentPoor in content, unused, not immediately clear, important structural difference that are not obvious.
Most Recent CommentClueless how it works and it would not upload my video when I tried the demo so there was no way to figure it out.
- 77 FreeTube alternatives
FreeTube is an open source desktop YouTube player that lets you watch videos without ads and protects privacy by preventing Google tracking through cookies and JavaScript. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux, it stores data locally, recommends VPN/Tor for anonymity, and supports feature-rich viewing.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
- International
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- AppImageHub
- Flathub
- Flatpak
Comments about FreeTube as an Alternative to YouTube
Top Positive CommentBorisFBest YouTube third party client.
Top Negative Commentenergy1FreeTube is a Youtube player. It directly relies on YouTube and so is not an alternative.
Most Recent CommentIt is incredibly easy to set up, has great responsiveness, an incredibly easy UI to customize, and no tracking.
Although one problem there is that videos YouTube marks as inappropriate for young audiences are not able to be viewed on FreeTube
It is an open source solution that is freely available to everyone. It's written in PHP and with YouPHPTube you can create your own video sharing site and Stream Live videos for free.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Brazil
Platforms
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Self-Hosted
- Chromecast
YouPHPTube Features
Comments about YouPHPTube as an Alternative to YouTube
danielneto1Very clear layout and help
YouPHPTube is primarily for downloading videos from a url.
- 67 Pipeline alternatives
Pipeline lets you watch and download videos from YouTube and PeerTube, all without needing to navigate through different websites.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
- Linux
- Flathub
- 70 Minitube alternatives
Minitube is a YouTube desktop application. With it you can watch YouTube videos in a new way: you type a keyword, Minitube gives you an endless video stream. Minitube is not about cloning the original YouTube web interface, it aims to create a new TV-like experience.
License model
- Paid • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Italy
EU
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
NewPipe is an alternative to the Youtube app for Android: it supports background playing of Youtube videos in order to listen the audio only, allows to reduce mobile data usage and to download videos