Updated October 2026: TubeMate is still online and maintained at tubemate.net (checked 27 October 2026). It is not on Google Play, so getting it from the official site matters.
TubeMate is an Android app for downloading videos and audio, best known for YouTube. It has been around for more than a decade and offers a choice of resolutions and formats, a built-in browser and a download manager.
Why TubeMate is not on Google Play
Google Play does not allow apps that download YouTube videos, so TubeMate is installed as an APK from its official site. That also means many fake “TubeMate” apps circulate on APK sites, some with adware.
How to install TubeMate safely
- On your Android phone, go to tubemate.net and use the official download link.
- When Android asks, allow your browser to install apps, then turn that permission off again afterwards.
- Open TubeMate and allow storage access so it can save files.
- Keep Google Play Protect on so the app is scanned.
How to download a video
- Open TubeMate and search for the video, or paste its link.
- Tap the download button.
- Choose a format and quality: MP4 video at different resolutions, or audio only.
- Find the file in TubeMate’s downloads or your phone’s file manager.
Alternatives
See our list of video downloader apps for Android (Snaptube, VidMate, NewPipe and more), or YouTube Premium for official offline downloads.
Downloaded videos still belong to the people who made them. Saving a clip to watch offline is a personal use; reposting it without permission can break the platform’s terms and copyright law.
FAQs
Is TubeMate still working in 2026?
Yes. TubeMate is maintained at tubemate.net.
Is TubeMate safe?
The official APK from tubemate.net is the safe source. Avoid copies on third-party APK sites.
Why is TubeMate not on the Play Store?
Google Play does not allow apps that download YouTube videos.
Does TubeMate work on iPhone?
No. TubeMate is an Android app.
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