Once installed, open the Play Store, go to YouTube app page, tap the three dots, and If the Play Store updates this app, it will upgrade you to a non-KitKat version and crash immediately.

Many users with legacy devices prefer third-party clients like SmartTube (formerly Smart YouTube TV), which often provide better compatibility for older Android versions.

We recommend two trusted, safe repositories:

Use a TV-friendly browser like Puffin TV to access youtube.com directly.

But don’t toss that TV yet! You can still get YouTube running with the right version and a few simple steps. 1. Download the Correct "Latest" Version