Piped is an open-source alternative frontend for YouTube that aims to address privacy concerns associated with the platform’s invasive data practices. By using Piped, users can enjoy ad-free and tracking-free content, with additional features such as infinite scrolling, light/dark themes, and integration with other platforms like SponsorBlock and LBRY. The technical features of Piped include multi-region load-balancing, high performance to handle concurrent users, and the use of a federated protocol on Matrix for collaboration. Piped also offers public chat rooms and communities where users can connect and discuss. The project is open to contributions and offers various extensions and mirrors for convenience. It is available in multiple languages and can be self-hosted. Overall, Piped provides a privacy-focused and feature-rich alternative to YouTube.
https://github.com/TeamPiped/Piped