Use YouTube Premium
Open the YouTube app
Start playing a video
Switch to another app or lock your phone
Keep playback running in the background
Use YouTube Music for audio-only playback
Open YouTube Music
Play the desired track or video
Minimize the app or lock the screen
Keep background playback enabled
Use a mobile browser
Open YouTube in the browser
Request desktop site if needed
Start the video
Keep the browser running in the background
Use picture-in-picture if supported
Start a video
Enable picture-in-picture
Continue using other apps while video stays visible
Use third-party apps only if allowed in your region
Check app permissions and device settings
Ensure battery optimization is not blocking playback