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Alternative YouTube frontend which syncs with Google (lemmy.one)
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Hey all, been looking to curb you YouTube addiction. One easy step would be to get an alternative frontend which does not display shorts, and maybe even does not show suggested videos.

I've been looking at alternatives, but most seem to want you to import subscriptions from YouTube, and I assume that if you subscribe to a new channel from there, it will not show up on your YouTube account. Which is a functionality I would really like, as I also watch on desktop.

So does something like it exist? Or should I just install ReVanced? I've been kind of hesitant because installing from .APK is just so much easier...

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

There's not really a greta alternative that just allows you to sign in I believe. NewPipe indeed requires import, which can be a hassle. I recommend trying the ReVanced route for yourself once, because it allows you to select whichever patches you want (removing the Shorts is one of the options).

Best of luck!

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Personally i try to steer clear of Google services so I dont sign in to YouTube. I keep a list of channels along with any interesting looking videos in a note taking app which syncs to various devices via Nextcloud.

Its a small extra step but ive become used to it so its second nature & it works for me.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I do newpipe and do an export if I add some stuff to the Playlist or remove or add a channel on my subscription. Can export just the channel list to a json. You can import in the json file into freetube (newpipe like desktop program) or piped instance website.

Been the easiest way for me to get a subscription feed without a Google account across mobile or desktop.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

If you're set on using your Google account, your only real options are to use Revanced or the mobile website with a browser addon/extension (e.g., Fennec F-Droid, Kiwi Browser).

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Install Vivaldi browser and use YouTube in the browser. It will also hide ads.