NewPipe APK v0.29.1 · Latest Version for Android
NewPipe is a lightweight video front-end with background play, pop-up player and downloads, without Google services or an account.
- Version
- 0.29.1
- Updated
- Aug 21, 2026
- Size
- 11 MB
- Requires
- Android 6.0+
- Developer
- Team NewPipe
- Category
- Video Players
- License
- GPL-3.0+
- Package
- org.schabi.newpipe
Screenshots
What's New in v0.29.1
- This is a hotfix release fixing live streams for media.ccc.de. Happy Hacking!
What is NewPipe?
NewPipe lets you watch online videos without the official app, without Google Play Services and without signing in. It works by reading public web pages, so no account or API key is involved, and your subscriptions and history stay on your device.
Key Features
- Background and pop-up playback
- Download videos and audio
- Subscriptions and playlists stored locally
- No Google account or Play Services needed
- Supports several services like SoundCloud and PeerTube
Getting Started
Search for a channel and subscribe to it in NewPipe. Import subscriptions from a takeout file to move over your existing list.
Open Source and Privacy
NewPipe is developed in the open by Team NewPipe and released under the GPL-3.0+ license. The code is hosted at github.com/TeamNewPipe/NewPipe, so anyone can check what the app does. The version on this page has no ads or tracking libraries flagged by F-Droid.
How to Install NewPipe APK
- Tap Download and get the NewPipe v0.29.1 APK (11 MB).
- Optional: compare the file’s SHA-256 checksum with the one on the download page.
- Open the file and allow your browser or file manager to install unknown apps if asked.
- Tap Install. Updates from the same source install over this one and keep your data, because they are signed with the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NewPipe free?
Yes. NewPipe is free and open-source software released under the GPL-3.0+ license. It has no ads and no paid version is required to use it.
Is this NewPipe APK safe?
The APK on this page is the original file published in the F-Droid repository, unmodified. Its SHA-256 checksum is listed on the download page so you can verify it, and the full source code is public.
What Android version does NewPipe need?
NewPipe v0.29.1 requires Android 6.0 or newer.
Where can I find the source code of NewPipe?
The source code is available at https://github.com/TeamNewPipe/NewPipe. You can read it, report issues or contribute there.
