QuickTube: a free, open-source way to save videos and music on Android

Description and use

QuickTube is a free, open‑source Android app that downloads videos and music without ads or accounts, supports multiple formats, and uses signed APKs for secure installation.

Problem

Android video downloader apps often include full‑screen ads, unnecessary sign‑ins, and untrusted APKs.

Outcome

QuickTube delivers a lightweight, ad‑free video downloader that merges separate audio/video streams on the device, supports multiple formats, and includes privacy‑friendly features such as a PIN‑locked vault and a 30‑day recycle bin.

Workflow

• Open QuickTube from the share sheet or built‑in browser
• Enter a search query, paste a link, or use the share option
• Select desired quality or audio format
• Download runs in the background with queue controls
• Optional: use PIN‑locked vault, recycle bin, or Wi‑Fi‑only rules

Evidence

Most video downloader apps on Android share the same problems: full‑screen ads, sign‑ins you don't need, and APKs from sites you have no reason to trust.

Source

QuickTube is free, open source under GPL-3.0, and has no ads, no account and no subscription.

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QuickTube spots it and offers to download it straight away.

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Video-only streams are merged with their audio on the phone, without re‑encoding.

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QuickTube isn’t on Google Play, because Play doesn’t allow apps that download YouTube videos.

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