# FirstVideo for YouTube

> Kid-friendly YouTube video player with parental controls. (iPhone/iPad app by Tantrum Apps.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firstvideo-for-youtube/id548181003 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tantrum Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/313857846)
- Category: Entertainment, Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 4.3 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-08-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firstvideo-for-youtube/id548181003/reviews.md

## What is FirstVideo for YouTube?

Have you ever played a YouTube video for your kid only to end up with a list of "recommended" videos which aren't really appropriate? This happens all the time with me and my daughter, so we created FirstVideo.

FirstVideo provides a clean, kid friendly environment to watch YouTube videos. The interface is easy enough for your child to use by themselves and can be tweaked by a parent to allow access to only the videos you approve.

Here are some of the features of FirstVideo:

YouTube Videos for Kids

- We've preloaded over twenty of our favorite kid-friendly and parent-approved YouTube channels for you to watch.
- Tap on the YouTube logo to show the list of channels.
- Enable Parent Mode to allow searching for more YouTube videos. You can also subscribe to other channels and remove channels you don't want.

Starred Videos

- Mark your favorite videos for easy access anytime. Just tap and hold on a video to add a star.
- Tap on the Star icon to see the videos you've marked.

Recommended Videos

- We've added some of our favorite YouTube videos to a special recommended section.
- We'll be adding new videos every week. Keep checking back for new videos to watch!

Even More Good Stuff

- It’s a universal app for both iPhone and iPad so you can watch videos at home or on the road.
- Lots of settings allow parents to customize the experience for their kids.
- You can disable playing over cellular networks to limit data usage.

Still not sold? Here's a video demo to check it out in action:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKHUlNYgdAQ

## Key features

- Kid-friendly YouTube channels
- Parental control for video selection
- Search for approved YouTube videos
- Starred videos for quick access
- Universal app for iPhone and iPad
- Customizable settings
- Disable cellular data usage

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firstvideo-for-youtube/id548181003/reviews.md

### 3/5 — The guy under me can't spell :)

*2016-01-11*

This app is ok but it needs a few improvements!

### 1/5 — Stinks

*2015-12-30*

I can't browse at all and the shows that are popular don't work for me and neither does YouTube

### 4/5 — Free?

*2015-12-13*

Do we have to pay for the videos?

### 1/5 — No longer works

*2015-06-18*

After latest YouTube updates this app no longer works

### 1/5 — No no no i hate this

*2013-08-20*

Get your app out of the App Store it's horrible

### 1/5 — Needs improvements

*2013-05-13*

This is the worst app ever

### 3/5 — ???=?!

*2013-03-15*

I am having trouble getting the video into my favourites??!! Any suggestions? I know I have to tap and hold the video but it is not working! 123 Smile at me.

### 1/5 — Afful

*2013-02-06*

Appsalute rubbish u can only like get 1 vidio

### 2/5 — Good in theory

*2013-01-18*

The idea here is great... In theory. Unfortunately we put a little too much trust in the developer to filter videos and have since had to discuss issues with our children that are not necessarily age appropriate base on things they've seen and heard on some of these videos. Most recently my 8yo watched a cartoon video where one character- upon being subject to another's 'singing'- pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head. This is not "kid friendly" entertainment.

### 1/5 — Useless

*2012-12-08*

Walled garden for you to pick your flowers in but no substance of consequence.

## Frequently asked questions about FirstVideo for YouTube

### What is FirstVideo?

FirstVideo is an application designed to provide a secure and child-appropriate platform for watching YouTube videos. It allows parents to select and approve content, ensuring a safe viewing experience for their children.

### Does FirstVideo have ads?

No, FirstVideo does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted viewing experience for children.

### Can I control which videos my child watches on FirstVideo?

Yes, parents can enable Parent Mode to search for and approve specific YouTube videos and channels, or choose from pre-loaded kid-friendly options.

### What devices is FirstVideo compatible with?

FirstVideo is a universal app, meaning it is compatible with both iPhone and iPad devices.

### How often is new content added to FirstVideo?

The app features a 'Recommended Videos' section where new videos are added weekly, offering fresh content for children to discover.

### What is the age rating for FirstVideo?

FirstVideo is rated '4+' by app stores, indicating it is suitable for children aged four and older.

### Can I prevent FirstVideo from using cellular data?

Yes, FirstVideo includes a setting that allows parents to disable playing videos over cellular networks, helping to manage data usage.

### What is the user rating for FirstVideo?

FirstVideo has an average rating of 3.0 stars based on 24 user ratings.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2012-11-20

A Note on Netflix

Unfortunately, Netflix doesn't let developers search their video catalog from a paid app. This is why we've only had a handful of Netflix videos available and there's no way for you to add new ones. Of course this is not ideal and you've let us know.

Because of this confusion, we've removed any mention of Netflix from our marketing. While the Netflix videos will still be available from within the app, FirstVideo will now be focused on YouTube videos only.

If anything changes with Netflix search, we'll be the first app to add this functionality.

### 1.0.1 — 2012-09-18

Fixed a bug which prevented video from playing in iOS 6

### 1.0 — 2012-08-06

No release notes.

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