You can get the YouTube Studio download for PC, Mac, iPhone and Android free, and manage your channel in about two minutes. On Windows 11, Windows 10 and macOS it opens at studio.youtube.com, and Chrome or Edge installs it as an app with its own window.
Phones and tablets get the native YouTube Studio app from Google Play or the App Store. Both are published by Google LLC.
This guide covers which option fits each device, the official links, desktop setup in Chrome, Edge and Safari, what the phone app leaves out, fixes for common problems and clean removal.
Check YouTube Studio system requirements before you install it
A computer needs only a current browser and a Google Account with a YouTube channel. YouTube lists Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari and Opera, and no longer supports Internet Explorer.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| App | YouTube Studio |
| Developer | Google LLC |
| Latest version | 26.38 for iPhone and iPad, released 17 September 2026. The computer version is web-based and auto-updating |
| License / price | Free |
| File size | 163.9 MB on the App Store. Nothing to download on Windows or macOS |
| Windows 11 and Windows 10 | studio.youtube.com in Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Opera |
| macOS | studio.youtube.com in Safari, Chrome or Firefox |
| iPhone and iPad | iOS and iPadOS 17.0 or later |
| Android | Phones and tablets through Google Play |
| Architecture | Any processor the browser runs on: x64, ARM64 or Apple silicon |
| Offline installer | No |
| Official source | Google’s YouTube Studio help |
| Last verified | 2026-09-24 |
Which YouTube Studio download do you need?
Find your device in the left column. Every row ends at a Google, Microsoft or Apple page.
| Your device | What to use | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 11 or 10 PC with Chrome | studio.youtube.com, installed as an app from Chrome | Chrome’s install-as-app help |
| Windows 11 or 10 PC with Edge | studio.youtube.com, installed as an app from Edge | Microsoft’s Edge apps help |
| Mac, Apple silicon or Intel | Chrome app, or Safari’s Add to Dock on macOS Sonoma 14 or later | Apple’s web app guide |
| Android phone or tablet | YouTube Studio from Google Play | Google Play |
| iPhone or iPad | YouTube Studio from the App Store, 163.9 MB | App Store |
Download YouTube Studio from the official links
Start from one of these pages. On a computer, sign in at studio.youtube.com with the Google Account that owns your channel.
- YouTube Studio on the web — Windows 11, Windows 10, macOS and Chromebook
- YouTube Studio on Google Play — Android phones and tablets, published by Google LLC
- YouTube Studio on the App Store — 163.9 MB · iPhone and iPad, iOS 17.0 or later
- Google’s YouTube Studio help — official guide to every Studio section on a computer
To watch videos rather than manage a channel, see the YouTube app download guide. A site offering a YouTube Studio .exe or .msi for Windows is not distributing anything Google made.
How to install YouTube Studio on Windows 11 and 10 with Chrome
Chrome turns the Studio website into an app with its own window and taskbar icon.
- Open Google Chrome and go to studio.youtube.com.
- Sign in with the Google Account that owns your channel.
- Confirm the Dashboard loads with your channel name.
- Select More, the three dots at the top right of Chrome.
- Select Cast, save, and share, then Install page as app.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the install.
- Right-click the new taskbar icon and select Pin to taskbar.
The app then opens in its own window from the Start menu, the taskbar or the desktop.
Install YouTube Studio as an app with Microsoft Edge
Edge ships with Windows 11 and Windows 10, so this route needs no extra browser.
- Open Microsoft Edge and go to studio.youtube.com.
- Sign in with the Google Account that owns your channel.
- Select Settings and more, the three dots at the top right.
- Select More tools, then Apps.
- Select Install this site as an app, then confirm the install.
- Open edge://apps to confirm YouTube Studio is listed.
- Launch it from the Start menu.
Which YouTube Studio setup should you use on a Mac?
The App Store copy of YouTube Studio is listed for iPhone and iPad. On a Mac, the browser route gives you the full desktop Studio.
| Your Mac | Set it up this way | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Safari, macOS Sonoma 14 or later | Open studio.youtube.com, then File > Add to Dock, then Add | Apple’s steps |
| Chrome on any supported macOS | More > Cast, save, and share > Install page as app | Chrome web app help |
| Safari on macOS Ventura or earlier | Bookmark studio.youtube.com, or install Chrome | Google Chrome |
| Apple silicon or Intel | Either route works; there is no chip-specific build | YouTube browser support |
Safari saves the web app to the Applications folder inside your home folder.
Is YouTube Studio free to download and use?
YouTube Studio costs nothing on the web, on Google Play or on the App Store. Monetization through the YouTube Partner Program is something you apply for inside Studio, not a paid tier of the app.
Yes, YouTube Studio is free on every platform, with nothing to buy or unlock. A paid YouTube Studio download or a “full version” installer from any other site is not a Google product. Get it only from studio.youtube.com, Google Play or the App Store.
Should you use YouTube Studio on the computer or the phone app?
The computer version has no .exe and no offline installer. It runs from studio.youtube.com and needs an internet connection.
Google’s help lists nine sections on a computer: Dashboard, Content, Analytics, Community, Subtitles, Content detection, Earn, Customization and Audio Library. The phone app covers five: Dashboard, Content, Analytics, Community and Earn.
Use studio.youtube.com on a PC or Mac for uploads, subtitles, channel customization and the Audio Library; use the phone app to check analytics and reply to comments. On a computer you upload with CREATE > Upload videos, up to 15 files at a time, and the desktop-only sections are there too.
Check whether YouTube Studio runs on your 64-bit, ARM64 or Apple silicon machine
There is no 32-bit, 64-bit or ARM64 choice on a computer. YouTube Studio runs inside the browser, so it runs wherever that browser does.
| Machine | Works? | What to use |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 11 or 10, x64 | Yes | Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Opera |
| Windows 11 on ARM64, such as Snapdragon laptops | Yes | Edge or Chrome |
| Mac with Apple silicon or Intel | Yes | Safari, Chrome or Firefox |
| Chromebook | Yes | Chrome |
| Any PC with Internet Explorer | No | YouTube no longer supports Internet Explorer; switch to Chrome or Edge |
How to confirm you are on the real YouTube Studio
Studio holds your channel, your uploads and your earnings. Check where you sign in before you enter a password.
- Check that the address bar reads studio.youtube.com before you sign in.
- On Android, confirm the Google Play listing shows Google LLC under the app name.
- On iPhone or iPad, confirm the App Store seller is Google LLC.
- After sign-in, check that the Dashboard shows your own channel name and picture.
- Delete any YouTube Studio .exe, .msi or APK you got from another site without running it.
Fix YouTube Studio not loading or not installing on Windows 11 or 10
Find the symptom that matches, then work through its fix in order.
Studio pages break or features are missing in the browser
An old browser build, or Internet Explorer, which YouTube no longer supports.
- Open studio.youtube.com in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari or Opera.
- In Chrome, open More > Help > About Google Chrome and let it update.
- Select Relaunch and sign in again.
Install page as app is missing in Chrome
The option sits in a submenu, and an old Chrome build labels it differently.
- Select More > Cast, save, and share.
- Update Chrome from Help > About Google Chrome if the option is absent.
- Open chrome://apps to check whether YouTube Studio is already installed.
Edge shows no Install this site as an app option
The option is under the Apps submenu, not on the main menu.
- Select Settings and more > More tools > Apps.
- Select Install this site as an app.
- Open edge://apps to check for an existing install.
Subtitles, Customization or Audio Library are missing on your phone
Those sections are part of the computer version of Studio.
- Open studio.youtube.com on a PC or Mac.
- Sign in with the same channel account.
- Pick the section from the left menu.
How to uninstall YouTube Studio from Windows or Mac
Removing the app deletes the shortcut and window, not your channel. Your videos and settings stay in your Google Account.
- Chrome: open the YouTube Studio app window and select More at the top right.
- Chrome: select Uninstall YouTube Studio, tick Also delete data from Chrome if you want, then select Remove.
- Edge: go to edge://apps and select Details on the YouTube Studio card.
- Edge: select Uninstall, choose whether to delete app history and data, then select Uninstall again.
- Safari on Mac: open the Applications folder inside your home folder and drag the web app to the Trash.
Which other official YouTube Studio option fits your workflow?
Every option below is published by Google and uses the same channel account.
| Option | Best for | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Studio on the web | Uploads, subtitles, customization and the Audio Library on a PC or Mac | studio.youtube.com |
| Android app | Analytics and comment replies on an Android phone | Google Play |
| iPhone and iPad app | Analytics and comment replies on Apple devices | App Store |
| Main YouTube app | Watching videos on a PC or Mac | YouTube app guide |
Frequently asked questions
Is YouTube Studio free to download?
Yes. YouTube Studio is free at studio.youtube.com, on Google Play and on the App Store. There is no paid version of the app itself.
Where is the official YouTube Studio download?
On a computer, sign in at studio.youtube.com. On a phone or tablet, use Google Play or the App Store, where the developer is listed as Google LLC.
Can I download YouTube Studio for Windows 11?
Yes, as a web app. Open studio.youtube.com in Chrome and select More, Cast, save, and share, Install page as app, or in Edge select More tools, Apps, Install this site as an app.
How big is the YouTube Studio download?
The App Store lists 163.9 MB for iPhone and iPad. On Windows and macOS YouTube Studio runs from the browser, so there is no setup file to download.
Is there a YouTube Studio offline installer for PC?
No. Google publishes no setup file for Windows or macOS. The computer version runs from studio.youtube.com and needs an internet connection.
Is there a YouTube Studio app for Mac?
The App Store lists it for iPhone and iPad. On a Mac, open studio.youtube.com in Safari and use File, Add to Dock on macOS Sonoma 14 or later, or install it from Chrome.
Is there a 64-bit YouTube Studio download for PC?
There is no separate build to pick. The computer version runs inside the browser, so it works on x64 and ARM64 Windows PCs and on Intel and Apple silicon Macs alike.
What is the latest YouTube Studio version?
The App Store lists version 26.38 for iPhone and iPad, released 17 September 2026. The computer version loads from studio.youtube.com each time, so it has no version to update.
Can I upload videos with YouTube Studio on a computer?
Yes. Sign in at studio.youtube.com, click CREATE at the top right, then Upload videos, and select your files. You can upload up to 15 videos at a time.
Is YouTube Studio safe to download?
Yes, from studio.youtube.com, Google Play or the App Store. A YouTube Studio .exe, .msi or APK for Windows from any other site did not come from Google, so do not run it.
