Complete ReVanced Installation Guide 2025

Step-by-step tutorial for installing ReVanced apps on your Android device. Follow our comprehensive guide to get YouTube ReVanced, ReVanced Manager, and MicroG working perfectly.

Installation Overview

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What You'll Need

  • Android 5.0+ device
  • Internet connection
  • File manager app
  • 15-20 minutes of time
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What You'll Install

  • MicroG for ReVanced
  • YouTube ReVanced
  • ReVanced Manager (optional)
  • YouTube Music ReVanced (optional)
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Important Notes

  • Enable unknown sources
  • Uninstall official YouTube first
  • Install MicroG before ReVanced
  • Follow order carefully

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Method 1: Using Pre-built APK Files (Recommended for Beginners)

1

Download Required Files

Download all necessary APK files:

Important: Always download from official sources to avoid malware.

2

Enable Unknown Sources

Allow installation of apps from sources other than Google Play Store:

  • Android 8.0+: Settings → Apps → Special app access → Install unknown apps → Chrome/Browser → Allow from this source
  • Android 7.0 and below: Settings → Security → Unknown sources → Enable

⚠ī¸ Only enable this temporarily for installation, disable it afterwards for security.

3

Uninstall Official YouTube App

Remove the official YouTube app to prevent conflicts:

  • Go to Settings → Apps → YouTube
  • Tap "Uninstall" or "Disable" if uninstall is not available
  • If you can't uninstall, use ADB commands or root access

Note: On some devices, YouTube is a system app and can only be disabled.

4

Install MicroG for ReVanced

Install MicroG framework first (this is crucial):

  • Open your file manager and navigate to Downloads folder
  • Tap on the MicroG for ReVanced APK file
  • Tap "Install" and wait for installation to complete
  • Do NOT open MicroG yet, proceed to next step

ℹī¸ MicroG must be installed before any ReVanced apps for proper functionality.

5

Install YouTube ReVanced

Now install the main YouTube ReVanced app:

  • Tap on the YouTube ReVanced APK file in your file manager
  • Tap "Install" and wait for completion
  • You should see "App installed" message
  • Don't open the app yet, continue to configuration
6

Configure MicroG

Set up MicroG for proper functionality:

  • Open MicroG Settings from your app drawer
  • Go to "Google device registration" and enable it
  • Go to "Google Cloud Messaging" and enable it
  • Add your Google account in "Google Account Manager"
  • Grant all necessary permissions when prompted
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Launch YouTube ReVanced

Finally, open and test YouTube ReVanced:

  • Open YouTube ReVanced from your app drawer
  • Sign in with your Google account
  • Test that ads are blocked and features work
  • Adjust settings in ReVanced Settings as needed

Method 2: Using ReVanced Manager (Advanced Users)

1

Download ReVanced Manager

Get the official ReVanced Manager:

Install the ReVanced Manager APK following the same unknown sources process.

2

Install MicroG

Use ReVanced Manager to install MicroG:

  • Open ReVanced Manager
  • Go to "Patcher" section
  • Tap "Select an application"
  • Download and install MicroG when prompted
3

Patch YouTube APK

Create your custom ReVanced YouTube app:

  • Select YouTube from the app list
  • Choose desired patches (recommended patches are pre-selected)
  • Tap "Patch" and wait for the process to complete
  • Install the generated ReVanced APK

Device-Specific Instructions

Samsung Devices

  • Knox Security: Some Samsung devices with Knox may have additional restrictions
  • Unknown Sources: Go to Settings → Biometrics and security → Install unknown apps
  • YouTube Disable: May require ADB commands: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.youtube
  • Battery Optimization: Disable battery optimization for MicroG and ReVanced apps

Xiaomi/MIUI Devices

  • MIUI Optimization: Disable MIUI optimization in Developer options
  • Unknown Sources: Settings → Privacy protection → Special app permissions → Install unknown apps
  • Autostart: Allow autostart for MicroG in Security app
  • Background App Limits: Disable background app limits for ReVanced apps

OnePlus Devices

  • Unknown Sources: Settings → Privacy → Install unknown apps
  • Battery Optimization: Settings → Battery → Battery optimization → Don't optimize MicroG
  • App Auto-Launch: Allow auto-launch for MicroG in battery settings
  • YouTube Removal: Standard uninstall usually works on OnePlus devices

Huawei Devices

  • No Google Services: Newer Huawei devices without Google Services may have issues
  • Unknown Sources: Settings → Security → More settings → Install apps via USB/unknown sources
  • Protected Apps: Add MicroG to protected apps in battery settings
  • HMS Core: May conflict with MicroG, disable if possible

Post-Installation Setup

🔧 Configure ReVanced Settings

  • Open ReVanced settings in YouTube
  • Enable desired ad-blocking features
  • Configure video quality preferences
  • Set up SponsorBlock if available
  • Customize interface and theme

📱 Optimize Device Settings

  • Disable battery optimization for ReVanced apps
  • Allow background activity for MicroG
  • Disable unknown sources again for security
  • Set ReVanced as default YouTube app
  • Clear cache if experiencing issues

🔄 Update Management

  • Disable auto-updates for YouTube in Play Store
  • Check for ReVanced updates manually
  • Backup working APK files
  • Join ReVanced community for update notifications
  • Keep MicroG updated for compatibility

🔒 Security Considerations

  • Only download from official sources
  • Verify APK signatures when possible
  • Use antivirus to scan downloaded files
  • Avoid suspicious ReVanced variants
  • Keep your device's security patch updated

Quick Troubleshooting

❌ Installation Failed

Solutions:

  • Ensure unknown sources is enabled
  • Clear package installer cache
  • Free up storage space
  • Restart device and try again

🔴 Login Issues

Solutions:

  • Check MicroG is properly installed
  • Enable Google device registration
  • Clear YouTube data and retry
  • Add account in MicroG first

đŸ“ē App Crashes

Solutions:

  • Update to latest ReVanced version
  • Clear app cache and data
  • Disable conflicting patches
  • Reinstall MicroG and ReVanced

🔔 No Notifications

Solutions:

  • Enable Google Cloud Messaging in MicroG
  • Allow notifications for YouTube ReVanced
  • Disable battery optimization for MicroG
  • Check notification settings in YouTube

For more detailed troubleshooting, visit our Complete Troubleshooting Guide

Video Installation Guides

ReVanced Installation Video Guide
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Complete Installation Guide

Step-by-step video showing the entire installation process from start to finish.

MicroG Setup Video
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MicroG Configuration

Detailed guide on properly setting up and configuring MicroG for optimal performance.

ReVanced Manager Guide
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Using ReVanced Manager

Learn how to use ReVanced Manager to build custom ReVanced apps with your preferred patches.