YouTube++ (uYouPlus) IPA Guide — Ad-Free YouTube on iPhone 2026
Install YouTube++ (uYouPlus) on iPhone without jailbreak in 2026. Block all ads, play in background, download videos. Works on iOS 26 and iOS 18 with AltStore, SideStore, or TrollStore.
YouTube++ is the most-requested sideloaded app in the iOS community. It takes the official YouTube app and injects tweaks that remove every ad, enable background playback, add video downloading, and unlock features YouTube Premium charges $14/month for.
This guide covers the current state of YouTube++ in 2026, where to get the IPA safely, and how to install it.
What Does YouTube++ / uYouPlus Actually Do?
uYouPlus is the 2025–2026 name for YouTube++. It's a tweaked version of the official YouTube app, patched with the uYou+ tweak by developer MiRO92 and additional patches from various contributors.
Features:
- ✅ Ad-free — all pre-roll, mid-roll, and display ads removed
- ✅ Background playback — music and videos continue when screen is off or app is backgrounded
- ✅ Picture-in-picture — works even without YouTube Premium
- ✅ Video downloading — download any video in multiple resolutions (360p to 4K)
- ✅ Audio-only mode — listen to videos without loading video (massive data saver)
- ✅ Sponsor block integration — skip sponsorships, intros, and outros automatically
- ✅ Return YouTube Dislike — see accurate dislike counts
- ✅ No age restrictions — age-gated videos accessible without account verification
- ✅ Custom interface — remove elements you don't want (stories, shorts, etc.)
- ✅ OLED dark mode — true black background for OLED iPhones
- ✅ YouTube Shorts removal — optional, removes Shorts from feed entirely
Important: YouTube++ Detection Risk
YouTube is increasingly aggressive about detecting modified apps. As of 2026:
- Account bans from YouTube++ are rare but have happened
- Using your main Google/YouTube account carries some risk
- Recommendation: Use a secondary YouTube account for YouTube++, especially if you have a YouTube channel or Shorts creator account
- Some versions of YouTube++ trigger a "Something went wrong" playback error — this is usually a version compatibility issue, not an account action
Where to Download uYouPlus IPA Safely
⚠️ Only use trusted sources. Many sites host malicious modified IPAs.
Trusted sources:
- GitHub releases page — search "uYouPlus" on GitHub for MiRO92's official releases (most current versions)
- CyPwn IPA Library (ipa.cypwn.xyz) — well-maintained, regularly updated
- AppTesters Repository (repo.apptesters.org) — verified builds
Never download from: Random websites, Telegram channels you don't know, or sites that ask you to install additional profiles to access the download.
How to Install uYouPlus — By Method
Method 1 — AltStore or SideStore (Best for iOS 26/18)
This is the recommended method for most users.
- Download the uYouPlus IPA from a trusted source
- Open SideStore (or AltStore)
- Tap the + button in My Apps
- Select the uYouPlus IPA
- Wait for signing and installation
- Open YouTube++ from your home screen
Note: uYouPlus counts as 1 of your 3 app slots. If you have an existing official YouTube app installed, uYouPlus installs alongside it under a different bundle ID.
Method 2 — Sideloadly (Windows/Mac)
- Download the IPA file to your computer
- Open Sideloadly and connect your iPhone via USB
- Drag the IPA into Sideloadly
- Sign in with your Apple ID
- Click Start
- Trust the certificate in Settings after install
Method 3 — TrollStore (iOS 17.0 and Below — Best Experience)
TrollStore installation gives uYouPlus the best experience: permanent install, no 7-day refresh, and better entitlement support.
- Download the uYouPlus IPA to your iPhone
- Open the IPA file → "Open in TrollStore"
- Tap Install
- Open YouTube++ — permanently installed
Method 4 — LiveContainer (No Extra App Slot Used)
Install uYouPlus inside LiveContainer to avoid using an app slot:
- Download the IPA to your iPhone
- Open LiveContainer → tap +
- Select the uYouPlus IPA
- Run it from within LiveContainer
Troubleshooting: "Something Went Wrong" Playback Error
This is the most common YouTube++ issue in 2026. YouTube servers are detecting specific old versions of the tweaked app.
Fix: Update to the latest uYouPlus version from GitHub. Older versions use YouTube's API in ways that trigger server-side detection. The latest releases maintain compatibility.
If the latest version still shows errors:
- Delete YouTube++ completely
- Clear any YouTube-related files from Files app
- Re-download the latest IPA
- Reinstall fresh
YouTube Premium vs YouTube++ — Is It Worth Paying?
| Feature | YouTube Premium ($13.99/mo) | YouTube++ (Free) |
|---|---|---|
| No ads | ✅ | ✅ |
| Background play | ✅ | ✅ |
| Downloads | ✅ | ✅ |
| YouTube Music | ✅ | ❌ |
| No playback errors | ✅ | ⚠️ Occasional |
| Supports YouTube creators | ✅ | ❌ |
| Legal status | ✅ | Grey area |
For most users, YouTube++ covers the core features. YouTube Premium is worth considering if you use YouTube Music, want to support creators, or prefer zero maintenance.
FAQ
Q: Will using YouTube++ get my Google account banned?Account bans from YouTube++ are uncommon but not zero risk. Use a secondary Google account for safety, especially if your account has significant history or is monetised.
Q: Does YouTube++ work in the background without a premium account?Yes. Background playback is one of its core features. Screen-off playback also works.
Q: Can I keep both the official YouTube app and YouTube++?Yes. YouTube++ uses a different bundle ID, so both can be installed simultaneously. You can use the official app for your primary account and YouTube++ for ad-free viewing.
Q: How often does uYouPlus break after YouTube updates?YouTube updates its API periodically. Each time they do, uYouPlus may need an update for full compatibility. The GitHub releases are usually updated within days. Subscribe to our newsletter for instant update alerts.