
Learn more about how to use picture-in-picture on your mobile device. If you don't have YouTube Premium and you're in the U.S., you can still use PiP except on certain content such as music videos.


You can use PiP to watch all videos with a YouTube Premium membership. Picture-in-picture (PiP) lets you watch videos while using other apps on your mobile device.

By default, videos will always play in the background. Customize or turn off background playīackground Play is available on YouTube mobile apps when you’re signed in with your YouTube Premium membership account. Background play is available on YouTube, YouTube Music, and YouTube Kids mobile apps (if these apps are available in your location) when you're signed in with your YouTube Premium membership account. Play videos on your mobile device while using other apps or when your screen is off. Play videos on your mobile device while using other apps or when your screen is off.
