YouTube Developer Documentation

YouTube has a number of APIs and tools that let you embed YouTube functionality into your own website and applications.

Discover what you can do with YouTube APIs

YouTube Players

IFrame Player API Reference

Use an embedded player to play videos directly in your app.

Android Player API Reference

Add video playback functionality to your Android applications.

iOS Helper Library

Embed a YouTube IFrame Player into an iOS application.

YouTube Player Parameters

Customize the playback experience with a variety of player settings.

YouTube Data and Resources

YouTube Data API (v3)

Add YouTube features to your application, including the ability to upload videos, create and manage playlists, and more.

YouTube Analytics API

Retrieve viewing statistics, popularity metrics, and more for YouTube videos and channels.

YouTube Live Streaming API

Schedule live YouTube broadcasts and manage your broadcast video streams.

YouTube Tools and Widgets

YouTube Subscribe Button

Enable users to subscribe to your YouTube channel with one click.