Invidious

Invidious is an open-source alternative front-end to YouTube that focuses on privacy and user freedom. By not using the official YouTube APIs and avoiding ads and tracking, it allows users to experience a more private and customizable video viewing platform. This lightweight service can be accessed through various public instances or self-hosted for personal control.

GitHub - iv-org/invidious: Invidious is an alternative front-end to YouTube

Invidious is an alternative front-end to YouTube. Contribute to iv-org/invidious development by creating an account on GitHub.

iv-org GitHub

Key Features

• Privacy-Centric: Enjoy videos without ads or trackers, ensuring a more private viewing experience.
• No JavaScript Required: Fully functional without JavaScript, making it accessible for users with strict browser security settings.
• Customizable Experience: Choose between light/dark themes and customize your homepage to suit your preferences.
• Independent Subscriptions: Manage your subscriptions separately from Google, with notifications for all subscribed channels.
• Audio-Only Mode: Save bandwidth and listen to videos in the background on mobile devices.
• Data Import/Export: Easily import/export subscriptions and watch history from other services like YouTube.
• Developer-Friendly API: Utilize Invidious's API for embedding videos and other developer projects.

Invidious Screenshots

Suggested Developer Use Cases

• Create a privacy-focused video platform for clients by integrating Invidious instead of YouTube.
• Incorporate Invidious into existing applications where users can watch videos without leaving the app environment.
• Leverage the developer API to build custom video-related features tailored to specific business needs or user preferences.