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Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence; YouTube Music's own subscription terms…

Windows, macOS, Linux Linux
  • Plugin system that adds features such as ad blocking
  • Standalone desktop window for YouTube Music
  • Runs YouTube Music as a standalone desktop app
  • Free and open source
  • Unofficial client that depends on the YouTube Music website
  • Electron app, heavier than a native player
  • Unofficial, so changes to YouTube Music can break it
  • Depends on the YouTube Music web service
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: MIT License: GPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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