OuterTune
About OuterTune
OuterTune is an Android music player with a Material 3 interface. It supports playback of local audio files and integrates with YouTube Music. The app is a fork of InnerTune and is no longer in active development, though the repository remains available for potential contributors.
The app combines local media playback with YouTube Music streaming capabilities. It requires Android 8 or higher for official support, though it may function on older versions. Users in regions without YouTube Music access will need a VPN to utilize the streaming features.
Key features
- YouTube Music client with offline playback and ad-free streaming
- Local audio file support for formats like MP3, OGG, and FLAC
- Custom tag extractor for improved metadata handling
- Multiple queue management
- Synchronized lyrics support including LRC and TTML formats
- Audio effects including normalization and pitch adjustment
- Android Auto compatibility
Download v0.10.1
Mar 31, 2026Frequently asked questions
- Is OuterTune free?
- Yes. OuterTune is free and open-source software, distributed under the GPL-3.0 license.
- Which platforms does OuterTune support?
- OuterTune provides downloads for Android.
- What is the latest version of OuterTune?
- The latest version is v0.10.1, released on Dec 19, 2025.
- What platforms does OuterTune support?
- OuterTune is designed for Android devices running version 8 (Oreo) or higher. While it may work on Android 7.x (Nougat), this version is not officially supported.
- Can I use OuterTune without YouTube Music?
- Yes, OuterTune functions as a local music player even without YouTube Music access. However, the YouTube Music features require the service to be available in your region or a VPN connection.
- Is OuterTune still being developed?
- The app is no longer in active development according to the maintainers. They suggest alternatives like Metrolist or ArchiveTune for YouTube Music clients, or Gramophone for local music playback.
- What license does OuterTune use?
- The project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0, as indicated by the license badge in the repository.
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