YouTube Go icon
YouTube Go was a lightweight version of the YouTube app introduced in 2016. It was designed for users in locations with lower-end hardware and limited cellular connectivity, it was officially discontinued.[citation needed]
It was officially discontinued in August 2022, citing improvements to the main mobile app.[1][2]
Features[]
YouTube Go allowed users to preview videos, control data usage, download videos to phone or SD card, and receive recommendations.[3] Notably, the app lacked the ability to comment, post, create content, and use the dark theme.[2]
Gallery[]
Promo image for YouTube Go
Promo image for YouTube Go
YT Go Icon
References[]
- ↑ YouTube Go is going away in August of this year by Google Support. Google Support. Written 3 May 2022.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 YouTube Go no longer deemed necessary, app shutting down later this year by Abner Li. 9to5Google. Written 3 May 2022.
- ↑ YouTube Go website