- There is no Windows official YouTube Music app, but you can download and install it as a Progressive Web App.
- Simply install YouTube Music directly from the website, by using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, to obtain a desktop experience.
- This PWA can be easily uninstalled within a few minutes through your browser’s settings.
YouTube Music is one of the most popular music streaming services with millions of songs, playlists, and videos. The app is primarily made for mobile use, but sometimes you might need to use it on your PC for a more immersive experience.
In this guide, I’ll show you how to easily download YouTube Music to your PC right from your browser.
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How to Install YouTube Music on Your PC
Since YouTube Music does not have an official desktop app, it’s available only as a progressive web app (PWA). This can be installed using Chrome and a few other browsers. The steps to install YouTube Music as a PWA are:
Note: Each browser handles PWAs differently, whether they’re based on Chromium or not. You may install multiple different versions of the YouTube Music App from different browsers, but I would recommend you install just one from your favourite browser to avoid confusion and smooth out the user experience.
How to Install YouTube Music on Your PC via Google Chrome
1. To install YouTube Music as a desktop app, Open the YouTube Music website in your Google Chrome Browser.
2. Once, you’re on the YouTube Music website, look for the install icon in the address bar near the bookmark (star) icon.
3. Click the icon and you were then asked to confirm your action. Click on Install for confirmation.
If you don’t see the install icon (which is rare if your browser is up-to-date), follow these steps:
- Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner of the Chrome window.
- Go to Save and Share and select Install YouTube Music.
- Click Install to finish.
How to Install YouTube Music on Your PC via Microsoft Edge
The steps are very similar to Google Chrome, When you are on the YouTube Music website, you will see an install icon in the address bar near the bookmark (star) icon. Click the icon, and you will be asked to confirm the installation of YouTube Music.
You can also install YouTube Music through the settings menu:
- Open the YouTube Music website.
- Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner of the browser.
- Go to Apps and click Install YouTube Music.
- Click Install to complete the installation process.
That’s it. I’ve been using this method for months, and it feels just like a native app. The interface is clean, and it’s perfect for controlling music playback without having to switch tabs.
Once the installation has been completed, YouTube Music appears in your apps, including under Windows Start and the App Launcher for macOS under the Dock area. You will also be allowed to pin an app to either the Windows Start or the Taskbar.
How to Uninstall YouTube Music PWA from your PC
If you no longer want the YouTube Music app, it’s easy to uninstall it. Although you can uninstall it from your list of apps, this may not remove it completely.
It’s best to uninstall the app directly through the PWA settings for complete uninstallation. This process depends on the browser you used to install it. Below are the steps for Chrome and Edge.
How to Uninstall YouTube Music From Your PC Via Google Chrome
Here’s how to uninstall the YouTube Music app installed through Google Chrome:
- Open the YouTube Music desktop app.
- Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
- Select Uninstall YouTube Music.
- Click Remove to confirm.
And that’s it! The app will be uninstalled from Chrome.
How to Uninstall YouTube Music From Your PC Via Microsoft Edge
To uninstall the YouTube Music PWA from Microsoft Edge, follow these steps:
1. Open the YouTube Music PWA and click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
2. Then, click on App Setting. This will open the Edge Browser app directory, where you can uninstall the app.
3. Scroll down and click Uninstall at the bottom right.
4. Finally, click Remove to complete the uninstallation.
And that’s it! The app will be uninstalled from Microsoft Edge.
Conclusion
Installing YouTube Music as a Progressive Web App (PWA) on your PC is an easy and effective way to enjoy your favourite music with a desktop-like experience. It doesn’t matter whether you are using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, as the process is easy in both cases. In case you want to uninstall it, it is just as easy as installation.
FAQs
Does uninstalling a PWA remove my YouTube Music account or playlist?
No uninstalling the PWA does not affect your YouTube Music account, playlists or downloaded songs.
Can YouTube Music PWA be accessed when offline?
The PWA streams music and needs an internet connection. If you have a YouTube Music Premium subscription, you can download songs on the mobile app to listen to them offline, but this feature is not available in the PWA.
Is the YouTube Music PWA safe to use?
Yes, the YouTube Music PWA is safe to use. It’s basically the official YouTube Music website running in an app-like environment.
Does YouTube Music support macOS?
Yes, all the steps and ways outlined above can also be done on a mac os.
