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TizenTube: Installing the Standalone App on Samsung TVs
What TizenTube is, how to install the current standalone version on Samsung TVs, and how it differs from the older TizenBrew module approach.
TizenTube is an open-source, installable Tizen app that provides a modified YouTube experience on Samsung's Tizen-based smart TVs — ad blocking, SponsorBlock support, and interface tweaks the stock YouTube app doesn't offer. As of the current Standalone v2.x release (v2.0.1 as of this writing), it installs and runs as its own app on the TV, TizenTube loads the TV version of YouTube and applies its own modifications, adding features such as ad blocking, SponsorBlock, and additional interface options.
It's not made, distributed, or endorsed by Samsung or YouTube/Google. It's built and maintained by an independent developer on GitHub.
Quick answer
TizenTube is specific to Samsung Tizen smart TVs. The current recommended way to install it is the standalone app — it does not require installing or running TizenBrew. Setup still uses the same TizenBrew Installer tool (a general-purpose Tizen sideloading utility), but through its Install From GitHub option pointed at reisxd/TizenTube, which installs TizenTube directly rather than installing TizenBrew itself. It has no Android counterpart — if you're on Android TV, Google TV, or Fire TV instead of a Samsung Tizen TV, the relevant project is the separate, related TizenTube Cobalt (see below), not this one.
Standalone vs. the older TizenBrew module
TizenTube has two installation modes: the current Standalone app (v2.x, v2.0.1 as of this writing), which runs on its own and doesn't need TizenBrew at all, and an older module mode that runs inside TizenBrew, a separate module-loader project. This guide covers the standalone install, which is the current recommended approach. The module route still exists and is covered in the TizenBrew guide if you're already using TizenBrew for other things.
Not the same as TizenTube Cobalt
TizenTube and TizenTube Cobalt are two separate projects from the same author that target different platforms. TizenTube (this page) runs on Samsung Tizen TVs. TizenTube Cobalt is a different app, built on the Cobalt app container, for Android TV, Google TV, and some Fire TV devices — see its guide if that's what you're on.
What TizenTube actually changes
Depending on the release, TizenTube commonly includes things like:
- Ad-blocking style adjustments to the playback experience.
- SponsorBlock support to skip sponsored segments automatically.
- Interface tweaks aimed at TV remote navigation, and video speed control.
Exactly which features are present, and how well they work, depends on the release — this is an actively maintained project, so specifics can shift between updates.
Not a Samsung or YouTube feature
TizenTube is an unofficial, third-party app. It isn't reviewed, supported, or sanctioned by Samsung or YouTube.
Compatibility
| Platform | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung TV | Supported | Built specifically for Samsung's Tizen-based smart TVs. The current release installs as a standalone app; an older release ran as a TizenBrew module instead. |
| Android | Unsupported | TizenTube is built for Samsung's Tizen platform and has no Android counterpart. See TizenTube Cobalt for the Android-based equivalent. |
| Android TV | Unsupported | Android TV devices do not run Tizen, so TizenTube itself does not apply here. TizenTube Cobalt is the separate project built for Android TV and Google TV. |
| Fire TV | Unsupported | Fire TV does not run Tizen. TizenTube Cobalt is the related project that targets Fire TV instead. |
| Firefox | Unsupported | TizenTube is a TV app, not a browser extension. |
TizenTube only applies to Samsung's Tizen operating system, which is what runs on Samsung's own smart TVs — it has nothing to do with Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, or Android phones. It's also unrelated to Firefox, which is a different platform entirely. If you're not on a Samsung Tizen TV, this specific project isn't an option for you — see TizenTube Cobalt above for the Android TV/Fire TV counterpart, or the compatibility table for the full picture.
Requirements
- A Samsung Tizen smart TV.
- A computer (or an Android device with Termux) on the same local network as the TV, to run the TizenBrew Installer tool used for setup.
- Developer mode enabled on the TV.
TizenBrew itself is not a requirement for the standalone install — only the installer tool that also happens to install TizenBrew is used, as a general sideloading utility.
Before you start
Enable developer mode on the TV: open the Apps screen, type 12345 on the remote to open the hidden developer options dialog, turn Developer mode to On, and enter your computer's IP address under Host PC IP. The TV typically needs a restart after this.
Installation (standalone, current recommended method)
- Download the current TizenBrew Installer executable for your operating system from the TizenBrewInstaller releases page — this is the same installer tool used to set up TizenBrew, but you won't be installing TizenBrew itself.
- Run it on your computer and connect it to your TV using the TV's IP address, the same connection step as a TizenBrew install.
- Instead of clicking Install TizenBrew, click Install From GitHub and enter
reisxd/TizenTube. - Follow any on-screen prompts to complete the install.
- TizenTube should now appear as its own app on the TV's home screen — launch it directly, without going through TizenBrew.
This does not install TizenBrew
Using the TizenBrew Installer's "Install From GitHub" option installs TizenTube as a standalone app. It does not install or require the TizenBrew runtime — TizenBrew is a separate, optional project you'd only need for its own module ecosystem, not for TizenTube anymore.
The older module approach
An earlier version of TizenTube ran only as a module inside TizenBrew, rather than as its own app. That path still exists: install TizenBrew first, and TizenTube can run inside it as a module (either included by default or added via TizenBrew's module manager as the NPM module @foxreis/tizentube). There's generally no reason to use this route today unless you're already running TizenBrew for other modules and prefer to keep everything in one place — the standalone app is the current recommended install for TizenTube specifically.
Updating
The project's documentation doesn't describe an in-app auto-updater for the standalone app as of this writing. Check TizenTube's GitHub releases periodically, and reinstall using the same Install From GitHub process when a new version — currently v2.0.1 — is available.
Uninstalling
Since the standalone app installs as its own Tizen app, remove it the same way: from the TV's Apps screen, select TizenTube and remove it through the TV's normal app-management options.
Troubleshooting
The installer can't find or connect to the TV Double-check that developer mode is on, that the Host PC IP entered on the TV matches your computer's actual local IP, and that both devices are on the same network. A TV restart after enabling developer mode is often required.
TizenTube doesn't appear after installing
Confirm you used Install From GitHub with reisxd/TizenTube (rather than the Install TizenBrew button, which installs a different app), and that the install process reported success.
TizenTube stops working after a TV or YouTube update Because it loads and modifies the YouTube experience through its own local proxy, a Tizen firmware update or a change on YouTube's side can break it until the project catches up. Check the project's GitHub Issues page to see whether it's a known, already-being-addressed problem.
Playback stops with a verification or "confirm you're not a bot" prompt The standalone app's local proxy can occasionally be flagged by YouTube's own traffic detection, which can interrupt playback with a verification challenge — this has been reported as a known limitation of the proxy approach rather than a one-off bug. Check the project's GitHub Issues page for the current workaround or fix status.
Limitations
- Setup still requires a computer (or Termux on Android) on the same network and developer mode on the TV — there's no way to install it from the TV alone, even though TizenBrew itself isn't required anymore.
- The standalone app relies on a local proxy to load and modify the YouTube TV experience, which has been reported to occasionally trigger YouTube's own traffic-verification checks and interrupt playback.
- It's not an official Samsung or YouTube feature, so there's no guarantee it keeps working after a TV firmware update or a YouTube change.
- As with any actively developed project, features and stability can vary between releases.
Alternatives
If the developer-mode setup isn't something you want to deal with, a few other options exist:
- Your Samsung TV's stock YouTube app — the default, unmodified option with no setup required.
- TizenTube Cobalt — the related project for Android TV, Google TV, and some Fire TV devices, if you're not on a Samsung Tizen TV.
- SmartTube vs. TizenTube — a comparison if you're deciding between this and a differently-built project for Android TV.
- Compatibility overview — see which solutions actually apply to your specific device.
Frequently asked questions
Does TizenTube work on all Samsung TVs?
It targets Samsung's Tizen-based smart TVs, but exact compatibility depends on your TV's model year and firmware version. Check the project's GitHub repository for current details before installing.
Do I need TizenBrew to install TizenTube?
No, not for the current standalone release. TizenBrew is only required for the older module-based install method, which still exists but isn't the recommended path anymore. The standalone install uses the TizenBrew Installer tool, but installs TizenTube as its own app rather than installing TizenBrew.
Can I install TizenTube without a computer?
No. Setup uses a companion installer tool running on a computer (or an Android device using Termux) connected to the same network as the TV — that's true for both the standalone install and the older TizenBrew-module route.
What's the current version of TizenTube?
Standalone v2.0.1 as of this writing. Check the project's GitHub releases page for anything newer.
Will a Samsung firmware update break TizenTube?
It's possible. Because TizenTube modifies the YouTube experience on the TV, a firmware or app update can change things enough that it needs to be reinstalled or updated. Availability and compatibility may change over time.
Does TizenTube work on Android TV or Fire TV?
No — this TizenTube is built specifically for Samsung's Tizen operating system. The same author maintains a separate, related project called TizenTube Cobalt for Android TV, Google TV, and some Fire TV devices; check its own repository for current compatibility.
Official source
For the most accurate and current information, check the project's own website, repository, or documentation.
Visit official source: TizenTube on GitHub (github.com)(opens the TizenTube on GitHub website in a new tab)Related guides
- TizenBrew: Installing and Using It on Samsung TVsWhat TizenBrew is, which Samsung TVs support it, how to install it and add community modules, and how it relates to TizenTube's older module release.
- TizenTube Cobalt: Setup on Android TV, Google TV, and Fire TVWhat TizenTube Cobalt is, which devices support it, and how to install, update, and troubleshoot it — based on the project's current documentation.
- Watching YouTube on Samsung TVHow YouTube works on Samsung's Tizen-based TVs, and why Android tools like SmartTube don't apply here.
- SmartTube vs TizenTube: Which One Do You Need?How SmartTube and TizenTube differ, and why your TV's operating system — not personal preference — decides which one you can actually use.
- CompatibilityA quick reference for which solutions currently work on which devices. Compatibility can change as apps, TVs, and YouTube itself are updated — treat this as a general guide, not a guarantee, and check each solution's own guide for details.