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YT Zero

Algorithm-free YouTube subscription inbox, self-hosted

Alternative to: youtube

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About Versions (104)

2026.08.34

2026-08-21

This update includes version fixes, increased download limits, filter improvements, and persistence for yt-dlp channel versions.

2026.08.32

2026-08-19

Fixed a bug related to the click-to-start video bounding box.

2026.08.31

2026-08-19

Added an option to update yt-dlp directly from the UI.

2026.08.30

2026-08-17

Fixed a loading issue identified in issue #175.

2026.08.29

2026-08-15

Fixed bugs related to playlists in issues #153 and #159.

2026.08.28

2026-08-13

This update brings improvements to streaming, audio mode, and transcripts, while fixing issues with seeking, player flickering, and HTTP connections.

2026.08.27

2026-08-13

Updates include CodeQL fixes, expanded comment section options, customizable shortcuts, and improved mobile design for audio-only mode.

2026.08.26

2026-08-12

Improved the design for audio-only playback on mobile devices.

2026.08.25

2026-08-12

Added audio-only mode for videos, livestreams, and background listening.

2026.08.24

2026-08-12

Improved the one-click deployment process.

2026.08.23

2026-08-12

Introduced the first version of TubArchivist integration and fixed video player shortcuts.

2026.08.22

2026-08-10

Fixed an issue with the clickable preview functionality.

2026.08.21

2026-08-10

Fixed a bug related to code 153 in the video preview on cards.

2026.08.20

2026-08-10

Added video preview on cards with improved embedded player support via YT Zero Enhance.

2026.08.19

2026-08-10

Introduces playlist sorting, automatic next video downloads, customizable video card actions, and improved playback source memory.

2026.08.18

2026-08-10

Fixed an issue with the image cache.

2026.08.17

2026-08-09

This release includes several small bug fixes.

2026.08.16

2026-08-07

Added support for common deployment platforms and improved download scheduling.

2026.08.15

2026-08-07

Updated member-only video scheduling, improved playlist list functionality with thumbnail action options, and implemented security enhancements.

2026.08.14

2026-08-07

Fixed shorts downloading and added options to copy or download transcriptions on the watch page.

2026.08.12

2026-08-06

Added video sorting in playlists with auto-play support and fixed a missing PostgreSQL migration.

2026.08.9

2026-08-05

Added support for simultaneous synchronization of multiple items.

2026.08.11

2026-08-05

Added a skip button to the 'up next' screen.

2026.08.10

2026-08-05

Optimized all requests and improved channel management within the settings.

2026.08.8

2026-08-04

Updated the import system for downloaded videos.

2026.08.7

2026-08-04

Added the ability to enable channel posts in content settings, automate live video downloads, and improve Shorts feed filtering.

2026.08.6

2026-08-04

Fixed issues related to native LXC installation.

2026.08.5

2026-08-04

Added a sync all channels option and fixed missing playlist styles.

2026.08.4

2026-08-03

Updated the GitHub Pages design and roadmap, fixed deployment issues, and added an option to toggle video card control visibility.

2026.08.2

2026-08-03

The project has transitioned to Calendar Versioning (CalVer) to provide clearer and more predictable release numbering.

v0.25.3

2026-08-02

Fixed a date bug in downloads automation and updated the README regarding browser extensions.

v0.25.2

2026-08-02

This release focuses on several backend optimizations and adds a metadata file to facilitate smooth file storage migration.

v0.25.1

2026-08-02

Fixed design flaws and database inconsistencies.

v0.25.0

2026-07-31

Introduced a new social plugin for instances shared across friend groups.

v0.24.1

2026-07-30

Watched videos are now hidden from the feed.

v0.24.0

2026-07-30

Added DeArrow support to remove clickbait, a kids' watching toggle, and a settings redesign.

v0.23.3

2026-07-30

Added the ability to auto play from anywhere.

v0.23.2

2026-07-30

Fixed the feed and recommendations view connection and resolved several code smells.

v0.23.1

2026-07-30

Fixed a design issue in the feed.

v0.23.0

2026-07-30

This release improves the login screen, enhances user permissions, adds an optional recommendations page, and updates issue templates.

v0.22.2

2026-07-29

Fixed an issue with child permissions.

v0.22.1

2026-07-28

This release includes minor design improvements and small fixes.

v0.22.0

2026-07-28

This release includes overall application design improvements and enhancements to the downloading process.

v0.21.0

2026-07-28

This 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

2026-07-28

Fixed a bug where the duration was missing.

v0.20.0

2026-07-28

Added a comment section toggle in settings, fixed feed sorting, and integrated Postgres for improved performance.

v0.19.1

2026-07-27

Fixed download filenames and updated the changelog.

v0.19.0

2026-07-27

Fixed the scheduler and added support for downloading entire playlists.

v0.18.1

2026-07-26

Fixed an issue with streaming logs.

v0.18.0

2026-07-26

Fixed issues related to timezone support and log rotation.

v0.17.6

2026-07-26

Fixed an issue where downloads were not working.

v0.17.5

2026-07-26

Fixed a missing changelog entry.

v0.17.4

2026-07-26

Fixed a missing changelog issue.

v0.17.3

2026-07-26

Fixed the missing changelog and added a feature to remember feed sorting options.

v0.17.2

2026-07-26

This update introduces feed improvements, expanded permission settings, topbar feed ordering, an adaptive channel fetch algorithm, and updated documentation.

v0.17.1

2026-07-25

Updated the settings.

v0.17.0

2026-07-25

Added extension configuration support, movie screenshot capabilities for local players, and fixes for tag list dragging and problematic channels.

v0.16.0

2026-07-24

Added backup and restore functionality.

v0.15.5

2026-07-24

Fixed mobile controls and responsive view issues.

v0.15.4

2026-07-24

Fixed PWA custom naming and mobile scheduling menu issues.

v0.15.3

2026-07-24

Added support for playing audio in the background.

v0.15.2

2026-07-24

Fixed the channel list in settings.

v0.15.1

2026-07-24

Introduces an experimental player and adds the ability to unwatch videos.

v0.15.0

2026-07-24

Updated the feed clearing functionality and improved empty state visuals.

v0.14.0

2026-07-24

Added an autoplay feed feature.

v0.13.1

2026-07-24

Improved the user experience for the subscriptions view.

v0.13.0

2026-07-23

This 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

2026-07-22

Improved the image cache and fixed a creator popover issue on the watch view.

v0.9.3

2026-07-22

Added a built-in changelog feature to the application.

v0.9.2

2026-07-22

Implemented an in-app changelog and fixed the issue pipeline.

v0.12.0

2026-07-22

The update includes a design refactor along with various styling improvements and fixes for components.

v0.11.0

2026-07-22

Added notifications and an optional automatic version check feature.

v0.10.4

2026-07-22

Fixed an issue with the PWA icon.

v0.10.3

2026-07-22

Fixed glitches in the subscribed view and resolved video download failures occurring when subtitle languages were missing.

v0.10.2

2026-07-22

Includes several UI fixes and initial preparations for an adaptive feed view.

v0.10.1

2026-07-22

Added more Pulse details, improved video imports, and introduced a processing tab on channels.

v0.10.0

2026-07-22

Introduces a new view for subscribed playlists and the ability to follow playlists only on channels.

v0.9.1

2026-07-21

Updated the sponsor block widget design and added support for the collab feature.

v0.9.0

2026-07-21

This 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

2026-07-20

Introduces a minimum video length requirement for downloading videos.

v0.8.2

2026-07-20

Added onboarding, fixed subscription page bugs, and provided information regarding embedded player error 153.

v0.8.1

2026-07-20

Added support for PIP mode on embedded videos.

v0.8.0

2026-07-19

Improved the search and subscription views.

v0.7.3

2026-07-19

This release includes several bug fixes.

v0.7.2

2026-07-18

Improved logging and implemented backoff for fetching details.

v0.7.1

2026-07-17

Disabled the local-only playback option for live videos.

v0.7.0

2026-07-17

Updated yt-dlp with improvements to subtitles and other features.

v0.6.6

2026-07-17

Fixed multiple reported bugs identified in issues #25, #26, #28, and #30.

v0.6.5

2026-07-17

Added manual movie downloading capabilities and expanded user controls.

v0.6.4

2026-07-17

Added the ability to download movies to a local device.

v0.6.3

2026-07-17

Added the ability to search for channels.

v0.6.2

2026-07-17

Fixed sync and Shorts URL issues, renamed the app to YT Zero, and introduced enhanced viewing statistics.

v0.6.1

2026-07-16

Fixed an issue with the player.

v0.6.0

2026-07-16

Updated documentation and UI, improved Proxmox and Unraid installation scripts, and introduced an alpha version of the YT-DLP plugin.

v0.5.1

2026-07-16

Improved the shorts page and the continuous integration pipeline.

v0.5.0

2026-07-16

No specific changes provided in the release notes.

v0.4.0

2026-07-14

Release v0.4.0 providing a full changelog of updates since v0.3.8.

v0.3.8

2026-07-14

This release provides a full changelog comparing version 0.3.7 to 0.3.8.

v0.3.7

2026-07-12

No specific changes provided in the release notes.

v0.3.6

2026-07-11

This release is a version bump to v0.3.6.

v0.3.5

2026-07-06

This release provides a full changelog from version 0.3.4 to 0.3.5.

v0.3.4

2026-07-06

This release provides no specific functional changes beyond a version increment.

v0.3.3

2026-07-05

No changes provided in the release notes.

v0.3.2

2026-07-03

No changes provided in the release notes.