5 Easy Ways to Play YouTube Music in the Background

Are you tired of your music cutting out when you switch to a different app on your phone? Do you wish you could listen to music on YouTube while you browse other websites or apps? Well, now you can! With a few simple steps, you can make YouTube play music in the background on your Android or iOS device.

Additionally, this feature allows you to listen to your favorite music videos without having to keep the YouTube app open. This can save you battery life and data usage. You can also use this feature to listen to music while you work or study. The music will continue to play even if you lock your screen or open another app. However, there are some limitations to this feature. For example, you cannot skip songs or change the volume from the lock screen. You also cannot use this feature to listen to music on YouTube Music.

To make YouTube play music in the background, you will need to have a YouTube Premium subscription. This subscription costs $9.99 per month. Once you have a subscription, you can follow these steps to enable background playback: Open the YouTube app on your device. Tap on your profile picture in the top-right corner of the screen. Tap on “Settings.” Tap on “Background & downloads.” Tap on the toggle switch next to “Background play.”

Silencing YouTube Ads

YouTube has become a go-to platform for music and entertainment, but those pesky ads can interrupt your listening experience. Fortunately, there are several ways to silence these unwanted interruptions:

1. YouTube Premium

The most straightforward solution is to subscribe to YouTube Premium, which offers ad-free playback, background listening, and other benefits. This premium service is a paid subscription that ranges from $9.99 to $22.99 per month, depending on your region and plan.

Feature	YouTube Premium
Ad-free playback
Background listening
Download videos
Exclusive content
Price	$9.99-$22.99/month

While YouTube Premium offers a convenient and seamless ad-free experience, it comes at a cost. If you’re not willing to pay for a subscription, consider the other ad-blocking methods below.

Enabling Picture-in-Picture Mode

Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode allows you to watch YouTube videos in a small pop-up window while multitasking on your phone or tablet. Here’s how to enable PiP mode:

Step 1: Update YouTube App

First, ensure you have the latest version of the YouTube app installed on your device. Go to the App Store or Google Play Store and check for updates.

Step 2: Enable PiP

Option 1: Android

Open the YouTube app and play a video.
Go to your phone’s home screen.
You should see a small PiP window with the video playing.

Option 2: iOS

Open the YouTube app and play a video.
Tap on the "aA" button in the bottom right corner.
Tap on the "Enable Picture-in-Picture" option.
You should see a small PiP window with the video playing.

Option 3: Desktop Web Browser

Open YouTube in a web browser on your computer.
Right-click on the video and select the "Picture-in-Picture" option.

Advanced PiP Settings

Once PiP mode is enabled, you can further customize it:

– Resizing the PiP Window:

Drag the edges of the PiP window to resize it.

– Moving the PiP Window:

Drag and drop the PiP window to move it anywhere on your screen.

– Returning PiP to Full Screen:

Tap on the PiP window and then select the “Full Screen” option.

Troubleshooting PiP Mode

If PiP mode is not working, try the following:

Issue	Solution
PiP not enabled	Enable PiP in your YouTube app settings.
PiP window too small	Resize the PiP window by dragging its edges.
PiP window disappears	Make sure you have the latest version of the YouTube app installed.

Downloading YouTube Music

Once you’ve subscribed to YouTube Music Premium, you can download songs and albums to your device so you can listen to them offline. Here’s how:

Open the YouTube Music app.
Find the song or album you want to download.
Tap the three dots next to the title.
Tap “Download.”

The song or album will start downloading. You can check the progress in the “Downloads” tab.

Once the download is complete, you can listen to the song or album offline by tapping on it in the “Downloads” tab.

Listening to YouTube Music in the Background on Android

Open the YouTube Music app.
Find the song or album you want to listen to.
Tap the play button.
Minimize the YouTube Music app.
The music will continue playing in the background.

You can control the music playback from the notification bar or the lock screen.

Device	Instructions
Android	Open the YouTube Music app and start playing a song. Then, minimize the app by pressing the home button or the back button. The music will continue playing in the background.
iOS	Open the YouTube Music app and start playing a song. Then, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the Control Center. Tap the AirPlay icon and select “iPhone.” The music will continue playing in the background.

Controlling Music with Voice Assistants

Using voice assistants to control YouTube music playback offers a convenient hands-free way to navigate your playlist. Here’s how you can set it up:

Enable Voice Assistant: Ensure that your preferred voice assistant, such as Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa, is set up and linked to your YouTube account.
Grant Permissions: Go to YouTube settings and grant permission for voice assistants to access your account.
Activate Voice Command: Invoke your voice assistant using the wake word, such as “Hey Google” or “Alexa.”
Specify “On YouTube”: When making music-related requests, specify “on YouTube” to indicate that you want the assistant to play the content from YouTube.
Basic Commands: Use commands like “Play [song title]” or “Skip” to control playback.
Playback Control: You can pause, resume, and skip tracks using voice commands.
Volume Adjustment: Adjust the volume hands-free with commands like “Volume up” or “Volume down.”
Create a Playlist: Ask your assistant to create playlists by saying “Create a playlist called ” and adding songs.
Discover New Music: Explore different genres, artists, and songs by asking your assistant to “Play something similar to [song title].”

Supported Voice Assistants

Voice Assistant	Availability
Google Assistant	Android, iOS, Google Home devices
Amazon Alexa	Amazon Echo devices, Alexa app
Siri	iOS devices, Apple HomePod

Optimizing Device Settings

1. Enable Background App Refresh

This setting allows YouTube to continue playing music even when the app is closed. On iOS devices, go to Settings > General > Background App Refresh and toggle it on for YouTube. On Android devices, open the Settings app and search for “Background app permissions.” Ensure that YouTube is allowed to run in the background.

2. Disable Battery Optimization

Battery optimization can restrict apps from running in the background to conserve battery life. However, this may interfere with YouTube’s ability to play music. To disable this setting, go to Settings > Battery > Battery Optimization and exclude YouTube from being optimized.

3. Allow Notifications

YouTube may send notifications to keep the app running in the background. Ensure that notifications are enabled for YouTube in your device’s settings to ensure uninterrupted music playback.

4. Adjust App Permissions

Make sure that YouTube has the necessary permissions to run in the background. On iOS devices, go to Settings > YouTube > Background App Refresh and allow it. On Android devices, open the Settings app, search for “App permissions,” and ensure that YouTube has permission to run in the background.

5. Enable Mute Switch

When the mute switch on your device is enabled, it may block notifications or app activity, including music playback. Ensure that the mute switch is turned off to allow YouTube to play music in the background.

6. Keep Device Awake

Some devices may automatically lock or go to sleep after a period of inactivity. To prevent this from interrupting music playback, go to Settings > Display > Sleep or Lock Screen and adjust the settings to keep the device awake longer.

7. Use a Lock Screen Widget

On some devices, adding a YouTube lock screen widget allows you to control music playback without having to unlock the device. This can be convenient for managing music while driving or performing other tasks.

8. Use a Custom Music Player App

There are several third-party music player apps that support background playback, even without YouTube Premium. Explore the available options and choose one that meets your needs.

9. Consider YouTube Premium

YouTube Premium provides an ad-free experience and enables background playback without any restrictions. While it requires a paid subscription, it may be a worthwhile investment if you frequently listen to YouTube music in the background.

10. Troubleshooting Additional Issues

Common Issue	Solution
Music stops playing when the screen is off	Disable battery optimization for YouTube and enable background app refresh.
Notifications not working	Ensure that notifications are enabled for YouTube in the device’s settings.
Background playback limited after a certain time	This may be a device or app limitation. Consider using a custom music player app or enabling YouTube Premium.

How To Make Youtube Play Music In The Background

YouTube is a great way to listen to music, but it can be frustrating when you want to listen to music in the background while you do other things. If you’re using a computer, there are a few ways to make YouTube play music in the background.

Use a browser extension

There are a number of browser extensions that allow you to play YouTube music in the background. One popular extension is Backtrack Music for YouTube™. This extension adds a “Play in background” button to the YouTube player. Once you click the button, the music will continue to play even if you navigate away from the YouTube page.

Use a third-party app

There are also a number of third-party apps that allow you to play YouTube music in the background. One popular app is YouTube Music. This app is available for both iOS and Android devices. Once you install the app, you can sign in with your Google account and start listening to music. The app will continue to play music even if you lock your screen or switch to another app.

Use a website

There are also a number of websites that allow you to play YouTube music in the background. One popular website is YouTube Music+. This website allows you to search for and play YouTube videos without having to open the YouTube app. The website will continue to play music even if you navigate away from the website.