YT Zero
Algorithm-free YouTube subscription inbox, self-hosted
Alternative to: youtube

2026.08.34
2026-08-21This update includes version fixes, increased download limits, filter improvements, and persistence for yt-dlp channel versions.
2026.08.32
2026-08-19Fixed a bug related to the click-to-start video bounding box.
2026.08.31
2026-08-19Added an option to update yt-dlp directly from the UI.
2026.08.30
2026-08-17Fixed a loading issue identified in issue #175.
2026.08.29
2026-08-15Fixed bugs related to playlists in issues #153 and #159.
2026.08.28
2026-08-13This update brings improvements to streaming, audio mode, and transcripts, while fixing issues with seeking, player flickering, and HTTP connections.
2026.08.27
2026-08-13Updates include CodeQL fixes, expanded comment section options, customizable shortcuts, and improved mobile design for audio-only mode.
2026.08.26
2026-08-12Improved the design for audio-only playback on mobile devices.
2026.08.25
2026-08-12Added audio-only mode for videos, livestreams, and background listening.
2026.08.24
2026-08-12Improved the one-click deployment process.
2026.08.23
2026-08-12Introduced the first version of TubArchivist integration and fixed video player shortcuts.
2026.08.22
2026-08-10Fixed an issue with the clickable preview functionality.
2026.08.21
2026-08-10Fixed a bug related to code 153 in the video preview on cards.
2026.08.20
2026-08-10Added video preview on cards with improved embedded player support via YT Zero Enhance.
2026.08.19
2026-08-10Introduces playlist sorting, automatic next video downloads, customizable video card actions, and improved playback source memory.
2026.08.18
2026-08-10Fixed an issue with the image cache.
2026.08.17
2026-08-09This release includes several small bug fixes.
2026.08.16
2026-08-07Added support for common deployment platforms and improved download scheduling.
2026.08.15
2026-08-07Updated member-only video scheduling, improved playlist list functionality with thumbnail action options, and implemented security enhancements.
2026.08.14
2026-08-07Fixed shorts downloading and added options to copy or download transcriptions on the watch page.
2026.08.12
2026-08-06Added video sorting in playlists with auto-play support and fixed a missing PostgreSQL migration.
2026.08.9
2026-08-05Added support for simultaneous synchronization of multiple items.
2026.08.11
2026-08-05Added a skip button to the 'up next' screen.
2026.08.10
2026-08-05Optimized all requests and improved channel management within the settings.
2026.08.8
2026-08-04Updated the import system for downloaded videos.
2026.08.7
2026-08-04Added the ability to enable channel posts in content settings, automate live video downloads, and improve Shorts feed filtering.
2026.08.6
2026-08-04Fixed issues related to native LXC installation.
2026.08.5
2026-08-04Added a sync all channels option and fixed missing playlist styles.
2026.08.4
2026-08-03Updated the GitHub Pages design and roadmap, fixed deployment issues, and added an option to toggle video card control visibility.
2026.08.2
2026-08-03The project has transitioned to Calendar Versioning (CalVer) to provide clearer and more predictable release numbering.
v0.25.3
2026-08-02Fixed a date bug in downloads automation and updated the README regarding browser extensions.
v0.25.2
2026-08-02This release focuses on several backend optimizations and adds a metadata file to facilitate smooth file storage migration.
v0.25.1
2026-08-02Fixed design flaws and database inconsistencies.
v0.25.0
2026-07-31Introduced a new social plugin for instances shared across friend groups.
v0.24.1
2026-07-30Watched videos are now hidden from the feed.
v0.24.0
2026-07-30Added DeArrow support to remove clickbait, a kids' watching toggle, and a settings redesign.
v0.23.3
2026-07-30Added the ability to auto play from anywhere.
v0.23.2
2026-07-30Fixed the feed and recommendations view connection and resolved several code smells.
v0.23.1
2026-07-30Fixed a design issue in the feed.
v0.23.0
2026-07-30This release improves the login screen, enhances user permissions, adds an optional recommendations page, and updates issue templates.
v0.22.2
2026-07-29Fixed an issue with child permissions.
v0.22.1
2026-07-28This release includes minor design improvements and small fixes.
v0.22.0
2026-07-28This release includes overall application design improvements and enhancements to the downloading process.
v0.21.0
2026-07-28This release fixes member-only video downloads and introduces a sidebar download badge, manual history removal in incognito mode, and infinite scrolling in the history tab.
v0.20.1
2026-07-28Fixed a bug where the duration was missing.
v0.20.0
2026-07-28Added a comment section toggle in settings, fixed feed sorting, and integrated Postgres for improved performance.
v0.19.1
2026-07-27Fixed download filenames and updated the changelog.
v0.19.0
2026-07-27Fixed the scheduler and added support for downloading entire playlists.
v0.18.1
2026-07-26Fixed an issue with streaming logs.
v0.18.0
2026-07-26Fixed issues related to timezone support and log rotation.
v0.17.6
2026-07-26Fixed an issue where downloads were not working.
v0.17.5
2026-07-26Fixed a missing changelog entry.
v0.17.4
2026-07-26Fixed a missing changelog issue.
v0.17.3
2026-07-26Fixed the missing changelog and added a feature to remember feed sorting options.
v0.17.2
2026-07-26This update introduces feed improvements, expanded permission settings, topbar feed ordering, an adaptive channel fetch algorithm, and updated documentation.
v0.17.1
2026-07-25Updated the settings.
v0.17.0
2026-07-25Added extension configuration support, movie screenshot capabilities for local players, and fixes for tag list dragging and problematic channels.
v0.16.0
2026-07-24Added backup and restore functionality.
v0.15.5
2026-07-24Fixed mobile controls and responsive view issues.
v0.15.4
2026-07-24Fixed PWA custom naming and mobile scheduling menu issues.
v0.15.3
2026-07-24Added support for playing audio in the background.
v0.15.2
2026-07-24Fixed the channel list in settings.
v0.15.1
2026-07-24Introduces an experimental player and adds the ability to unwatch videos.
v0.15.0
2026-07-24Updated the feed clearing functionality and improved empty state visuals.
v0.14.0
2026-07-24Added an autoplay feed feature.
v0.13.1
2026-07-24Improved the user experience for the subscriptions view.
v0.13.0
2026-07-23This release includes several bug fixes for the mouse cursor, scheduled views, and page titles, along with improved Google Takeout documentation and a data import refresh.
v0.9.4
2026-07-22Improved the image cache and fixed a creator popover issue on the watch view.
v0.9.3
2026-07-22Added a built-in changelog feature to the application.
v0.9.2
2026-07-22Implemented an in-app changelog and fixed the issue pipeline.
v0.12.0
2026-07-22The update includes a design refactor along with various styling improvements and fixes for components.
v0.11.0
2026-07-22Added notifications and an optional automatic version check feature.
v0.10.4
2026-07-22Fixed an issue with the PWA icon.
v0.10.3
2026-07-22Fixed glitches in the subscribed view and resolved video download failures occurring when subtitle languages were missing.
v0.10.2
2026-07-22Includes several UI fixes and initial preparations for an adaptive feed view.
v0.10.1
2026-07-22Added more Pulse details, improved video imports, and introduced a processing tab on channels.
v0.10.0
2026-07-22Introduces a new view for subscribed playlists and the ability to follow playlists only on channels.
v0.9.1
2026-07-21Updated the sponsor block widget design and added support for the collab feature.
v0.9.0
2026-07-21This release includes a major refactor, history grouping by date, UI improvements like global grid size and video tooltips, and updated community guidelines and issue templates.
v0.8.3
2026-07-20Introduces a minimum video length requirement for downloading videos.
v0.8.2
2026-07-20Added onboarding, fixed subscription page bugs, and provided information regarding embedded player error 153.
v0.8.1
2026-07-20Added support for PIP mode on embedded videos.
v0.8.0
2026-07-19Improved the search and subscription views.
v0.7.3
2026-07-19This release includes several bug fixes.
v0.7.2
2026-07-18Improved logging and implemented backoff for fetching details.
v0.7.1
2026-07-17Disabled the local-only playback option for live videos.
v0.7.0
2026-07-17Updated yt-dlp with improvements to subtitles and other features.
v0.6.6
2026-07-17Fixed multiple reported bugs identified in issues #25, #26, #28, and #30.
v0.6.5
2026-07-17Added manual movie downloading capabilities and expanded user controls.
v0.6.4
2026-07-17Added the ability to download movies to a local device.
v0.6.3
2026-07-17Added the ability to search for channels.
v0.6.2
2026-07-17Fixed sync and Shorts URL issues, renamed the app to YT Zero, and introduced enhanced viewing statistics.
v0.6.1
2026-07-16Fixed an issue with the player.
v0.6.0
2026-07-16Updated documentation and UI, improved Proxmox and Unraid installation scripts, and introduced an alpha version of the YT-DLP plugin.
v0.5.1
2026-07-16Improved the shorts page and the continuous integration pipeline.
v0.5.0
2026-07-16No specific changes provided in the release notes.
v0.4.0
2026-07-14Release v0.4.0 providing a full changelog of updates since v0.3.8.
v0.3.8
2026-07-14This release provides a full changelog comparing version 0.3.7 to 0.3.8.
v0.3.7
2026-07-12No specific changes provided in the release notes.
v0.3.6
2026-07-11This release is a version bump to v0.3.6.
v0.3.5
2026-07-06This release provides a full changelog from version 0.3.4 to 0.3.5.
v0.3.4
2026-07-06This release provides no specific functional changes beyond a version increment.
v0.3.3
2026-07-05No changes provided in the release notes.
v0.3.2
2026-07-03No changes provided in the release notes.