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Core Features

PipePipe is an open-source Android client that allows you to browse YouTube, NicoNico, and BiliBili without advertisements or tracking.

Privacy and Anonymity

The application is designed to function without a Google account.

  • No Data Collection: No personal data is collected or sent to third-party servers.
  • Local Subscriptions: Your subscriptions and history are stored exclusively on your device.
  • Open Source: The entire source code is available for audit and contribution.

Multi-Platform Support

Unlike the original NewPipe, PipePipe integrates several services into a single interface:

  • YouTube: Video, shorts, and livestreams.
  • NicoNico & BiliBili: Full support for these platforms, including specific features like Danmaku.

Playback Capabilities

  • Background Play: Audio continues to play when the screen is off or when using other apps.
  • Popup Mode: Videos can be played in a floating window (Picture-in-Picture).
  • Codecs: Support for AV1 and VP9 for better quality at lower bitrates.
  • Danmaku: Scrolling overlay for live chat comments on supported platforms.

Content Modifications

PipePipe includes several integrated modules to modify the viewing experience:

  • SponsorBlock: Automatically skips segments like intros, outros, and non-content reminders.
  • YouTube Dislikes: Restores the visibility of the dislike count.
  • Title Localization: Option to show original video titles instead of forced translations.

Filtering and Organization

  • Content Filters: Ability to hide YouTube Shorts, paid content, or videos containing specific keywords.
  • Subscription Groups: Organize your feed by creating local categories for your subscriptions.
  • Local Playlists: Create and manage an unlimited number of offline playlists.

Media Downloads

  • Format Selection: Download streams in video or audio formats (MPEG-4, WebM, M4A, Opus).
  • Batch Processing: Support for downloading entire playlists or channel content.
  • Storage Management: Custom download paths, including SD card support.