Use YouTube Premium and play videos in the background
On mobile browser, request the desktop site and keep the tab open
On Android, use picture-in-picture if available
On iPhone, use Safari with desktop mode and start playback from the browser
Use the YouTube app’s mini player where supported
Play YouTube through a music app or browser that supports background audio
Lock the screen after starting playback in a supported browser
Use split-screen or floating window mode on supported devices
Download audio or videos for offline playback with YouTube Premium
Use third-party background playback apps only if they are safe and allowed in your region