Accessing YouTube on Old Android Phones

May 29, 2025

How to Play YouTube on Old Android Phones

Introduction

  • Greeting and introduction to the channel "Art and Technology."
  • Discussing the tutorial topic: playing YouTube on old Android devices.
  • Focus on the Oppo A57 running Android version 6.0.

Problem Statement

  • Old Android versions face issues with YouTube due to outdated applications.
  • Common versions affected: 4, 5, 6, and 7.
  • Examples given: Samsung J2 PR, J3.

Method Overview

  • Three methods to access YouTube on old Android phones.

Method 1: Clear YouTube App Data

  1. Open Settings
    • Go to the phone settings.
  2. Find Application Management
    • Look for "Additional Settings."
  3. Select YouTube
    • Choose the YouTube application.
  4. Delete Data
    • Clear the app's data.
  5. Test YouTube
    • Open YouTube again.

Note: This method only works temporarily; data needs to be cleared again after restarting the phone.

Method 2: Access YouTube via Browser

  1. Open Chrome or Any Browser
    • Navigate to www.youtube.com.
  2. Log In if necessary
    • Ensure you log in to access your account details.
  3. Add to Home Screen
    • Go to the browser settings and select "Add to Home Screen" for easy access.

Method 3: Download Gotube App

  1. Download Gotube from Play Store
    • Go to the Play Store and search for Gotube.
  2. Open Gotube
    • Install and open the app.
  3. Benefits of Gotube
    • No ads and allows playing music in the background.
    • Easy access to YouTube content.

Conclusion

  • Recap of methods to access YouTube on older Android devices.
  • Encouragement to share the video with friends or on social media.
  • Closing remarks and thanks for watching.