How to install the YouTube web app on Windows 11, 10

If you are a frequent user of YouTube, you may want to install it as a web application on your PC with Windows 11 o 10. A web application is a shortcut that opens a website in a dedicated window, without the browser interface. This can make the website look more like a native app and also save some space on the taskbar.

In this blog post, we'll show you how to install YouTube as a web app on Windows 11 or 10, using two different methods: Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome.

Method 1: Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge is the default browser on Windows 11 and 10 and has a built-in feature to install any website as a web app. These are the steps to do it:

1. Open Microsoft Edge and go to https://www.youtube.com.

2. Click the three-dot menu icon in the upper right corner of the browser window and select “Applications” > “Install this site as an app”.

3. A pop-up window will appear asking you to name the app. You can keep the default name "YouTube" or change it to whatever you want.

4. Click “Install” and wait a few seconds. You will see a new icon on your taskbar, which represents the YouTube web app.

5. To start the web application, simply click on the icon. You'll see YouTube open in a separate window, without any browser elements. You can use it just as you would use the website, with all the features and functionality.

6. To uninstall the web app, right-click on the icon and select “Uninstall YouTube”.

Method 2: Google Chrome

Google Chrome is another popular browser that supports installing websites as web applications. The process is similar to Microsoft Edge, but with some minor differences. These are the steps to do it:

1. Open Google Chrome and go to https://www.youtube.com.

2. Click the three-dot menu icon in the upper right corner of the browser window and select “More tools” > “Create shortcut”.

3. A pop-up window will appear asking you to name the shortcut. You can keep the default name "YouTube" or change it to whatever you want.

4. Make sure you check the box that says “Open as window.” This will ensure that the shortcut opens YouTube in a dedicated window, rather than a tab.

5. Click “Create” and wait a few seconds. You will see a new icon on your desktop, which represents the YouTube web app.

6. To launch the web application, simply double-click the icon. You'll see YouTube open in a separate window, without any browser elements. You can use it just as you would use the website, with all the features and functionality.

7. To uninstall the web application, right-click on the icon and select “Delete”.

Conclusion

Installing YouTube as a web app on Windows 11 or 10 can make your browsing experience more convenient and enjoyable. You can choose Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome as your preferred browser to do this, depending on your preferences and availability. We hope this blog post has been useful and informative for you.

UPDATED 16/10/2023: YouTube is one of the most popular video platforms in the world, but it does not have an official app for Windows 11 or Windows 10 users. This means you must use a web browser to access YouTube on your device Windows, which may not offer the best user experience. Fortunately, there is a way to install YouTube as a Progressive Web App (PWA) on Windows 11 (and 10) using Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.

A PWA is a website that can act as a native app on your device, with features like offline access, notifications, automatic updates, easy installation and uninstallation, and more. However, not all websites are PWAs and it is up to the developer to enable these features. YouTube is one of the websites that supports PWA technology and you can install it on your Windows device in a few easy steps.