# PeerTube

> Decentralized video streaming and sharing platform alternative. (iPhone/iPad app by Framasoft.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peertube/id6737834858 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Framasoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771667740)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.03/5 from 30 App Store ratings · 49 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 63 MB
- Languages: English, French
- Released: 2024-12-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peertube/id6737834858/reviews.md

## What is PeerTube?

Discover the PeerTube mobile application, a free alternative to video streaming giants like YouTube. Thanks to its decentralised network, PeerTube lets you watch, share and publish videos in complete freedom, while remaining in control of your data.

The official PeerTube application is your gateway to hundreds of thousands of videos, available across more than a thousand different platforms, and now viewable on your mobile device wherever you are.

Main features of the application

Watch videos and subscribe to your favourite channels: Follow your favourite creators, no matter which instance they're hosted on, and find out what's new on the home screen. Find videos you've watched and saved for later in ‘Library’.

Explore the PeerTube federation: easily browse videos and creators on different PeerTube instances hosted around the world. Discover diverse content from a multitude of interconnected servers. No account required!

Search and discover videos: Use our search engine to find specific videos, channels or themes across the entire PeerTube network. Choose themes that interest you to find the content that's right for you.

Offline download: Download videos directly to your device and watch them without an internet connection, wherever and whenever you want.

Upload videos from your mobile device: Easily import your own videos from your device, and contribute to PeerTube's decentralised ecosystem.

Comment and interact: Comment, discuss and exchange around videos with the PeerTube community.

Why choose PeerTube?

PeerTube is more than just a video platform. It's a decentralised network that respects your privacy and offers you an ethical alternative to the platforms of surveillance capitalism. Unlike centralised services, PeerTube does not collect your personal data or track you for advertising purposes. With PeerTube, you have complete control over your video experience.

Download the PeerTube application now and join a community that supports a free, decentralised Internet that respects its users.

Who is behind PeerTube?

PeerTube is a project developed by Framasoft, a French non-profit organisation committed to popular education about the digital commons. Framasoft is known for its many initiatives aimed at raising public awareness of alternatives to large centralised platforms and encouraging digital practices that are more respectful of privacy and individual freedoms. This is done in particular through the De-google-ify Internet campaign, which proposes some fifteen services as alternatives to those of the net giants.

## Key features

- Watch and subscribe to channels
- Explore decentralized federation
- Search and discover videos
- Offline video downloads (future)
- Upload videos from mobile (future)
- Comment and interact with community (future)

## What do users think of PeerTube?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Great alternative to YouTube
- 🚀 Good performance on iPad
- 💡 Supports many PeerTube instances
- ✨ Open source and private
- 🌟 Promising future potential
- ✅ Functional app
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Great start for a new platform
- 👍 Easy to get into PeerTube

**Cons**

- 🐛 App freezes on startup
- 🐛 Cannot scroll on landing page
- 🐛 Unusable on small screens
- 🐛 Inaccessible to blind users
- 🐛 Limited content availability
- 🐛 Complex interface
- 🐛 Only French content shown
- 🐛 Cannot find own instance
- 🐛 No way to log in
- 🐛 Local account only
- 🐛 Cannot search other instances
- 🐛 Bookmarks not saved
- 🐛 No liking or commenting
- 🐛 No uploading
- 🐛 Tiny iPhone interface on iPad
- 🐛 App doesn't orient correctly
- 🐛 Video player has delay
- 🐛 Accidental touch controls
- 🐛 Fraudulent charges reported
- 🐛 Confusing ecosystem for consumers
- 🐛 HDR support broken
- 🐛 Cannot manage own videos
- 🐛 Not accessible with screen magnification
- 🐛 Video loading issues
- 🐛 iPad not supported
- 🐛 Unclear purpose of the app

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App freezes on opening
- Cannot scroll on landing page
- App does not orient correctly
- App gets stuck upside down
- Video player has delay
- Accidental touch controls for brightness/volume
- Cannot find own videos
- App logs out users
- Not accessible with screen magnification
- Video loading issues
- Screen remains frozen on homepage
- App freezes on splash screen
- Cannot log into account
- Cannot search other instances properly
- Instance addresses not saved
- Cannot add custom instances
- App is unusable

**Most requested features**

- Background playback
- Picture-in-picture mode
- Widget with video previews
- Ability to add custom instances
- Support for more PeerTube instances
- User accounts
- Ability to upload videos
- Creator section
- Move creator work from YouTube
- Incentives for followers
- Import videos
- Create an account
- Airplay support
- Set default instance

## Recent user reviews (10 of 49)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peertube/id6737834858/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Could be the future

*2026-06-26*

They've added a lot of stuff users complained about recently like background playback

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2026-05-31*

Wish it were better but man it’s awful. Very little content. The app doesn’t correctly orient and gets stuck upside down.

### 3/5 — Great, with some flaws

*2026-05-05*

Works great if you want a dedicated app for browsing PeerTube, but I couldn't find a way to disable the touch controls for brightness and volume when in fullscreen, so I end up accidentally changing the volume and brightness when adjusting my hand or wiping off dust. The video player also has some delay to it, and it feels kind of "heavy" to control because of it. There also doesn't seem to be a way to watch videos in picture-in-picture mode, but there's at least background audio.

Overall, needs some work, but is serviceable enough for its purpose.

### 5/5 — Looks great on an iPad now!

*2026-04-27, version 2.1.2*

Kudos to the programmers for the new tablet layout and for getting full screen to work even on an iPad (something Instagram haven't yet managed despite their billions ) ... and even, it seems on a first glance, reinstated HDR (Rec.2020) video support for PeerTube which is fabulous!

### 3/5 — Avoid.

*2026-02-10*

almost immediately after downloading the app, someone deducted money from my bank card. I did not authorize this deduction nor did I link my account to anybody else… I don’t think I’m gonna continue with PeerTube if this is the kind of fraud that exists here.  apparently not everybody in the fediverse is good. Beware gentlemen.

### 5/5 — Great Promise

*2026-02-06, version 2.0.2*

Here lies hope that YouTube won't always have the playground all to itself. 

Wish it would let audio continue if I close my phone, though. There are many videos I'd like to keep listening to, even if I can't look at the screen.

### 1/5 — Confusing like the broader PeerTube ecosystem

*2026-01-26, version 2.0.2*

I downloaded the app so I could try to follow some PeerTube channels as following them from Mastodon seems to be completely broken. Nope, it looks like I can’t do that with a “local” PeerTube account. 

OK, so I guess I need to create an account with an instance. Good luck trying to find one as a viewer/consumer. The entire ecosystem is designed for content creators. They’re important, but a bit pointless if none can subscribe, like, comment, etc. 

I checked the official PeerTube documentation. Again, designed for creators and sysadmins. They’re not written for the average Joe looking for a YT alternative - as a consumer. Am I meant to run my own instance just so I can follow a few channels and like a few videos?

Maybe the project team need to go find a few noobs and see if they have any luck getting started because I guarantee you they’ll just give up and put it into the too hard basket.

### 5/5 — A

*2025-12-29*

Amazing

### 4/5 — Creator section great! But HDR support disappeared.

*2025-12-17, version 2.0.0*

Kudos to the programmers for the new creator section and for getting full screen to work even on an iPad, but they've somehow broken HDR support. My videos eg yiny.org/w/u5o7y2w2SQjbf6A4BafjPR are all authored HDR rec 2020 hlg but are being played back in rec709 since recent updates. It's Odd; they worked perfectly when I first joined about a year ago.

### 3/5 — Luft nach oben

*2025-11-08, version 1.2.0*

Hervorragende Idee, Umsetzung ist könnte aber in punkto User Experience wesentlich besser sein. Es sollte leichter sein, verschiedene Plattformen zu finden, ohne dabei die App verlassen zu müssen und grundsätzlich fehlt es an Übersichtlichkeit. Abonnieren, Kommentieren, etc. sollte einfacher sein und nicht pro Plattform. Das würde mit der Zeit sehr schnell unübersichtlich werden und ist nicht wirklich förderlich für die Nutzerfahrung. Dennoch eine gute Idee, welche unterstützt werden sollte… aber mit Luft nach oben.

## Frequently asked questions about PeerTube

### What is PeerTube?

PeerTube is a free and decentralized video streaming platform. It offers an alternative to centralized video giants by using a network of interconnected servers, allowing users to watch, share, and publish videos with greater freedom and control over their data.

### What are the main features of the PeerTube app?

The app allows you to watch videos, subscribe to your favorite channels across different instances, and find content in your library. You can explore the PeerTube federation to discover diverse videos and creators worldwide. A search engine is available to find specific content or themes.

### Is PeerTube free to use?

Yes, the PeerTube mobile application is completely free to use. It is developed by Framasoft, a non-profit organization, and operates on a decentralized network that does not rely on advertising or data collection for monetization.

### What are the future features planned for the app?

Future updates are planned to include offline video downloads, allowing you to watch content without an internet connection. You will also be able to upload your own videos directly from your mobile device and interact with the community through comments and discussions.

### Who is PeerTube for?

PeerTube is for anyone who wants a video streaming experience that respects their privacy and offers an ethical alternative to surveillance capitalism. It appeals to users who value data control, freedom of expression, and support for a decentralized internet.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.0 — 2026-07-15

- Stream videos to a Chromecast or AirPlay device
- Access to stats and moderation tools for video creators
- Ability to enable mirror mode for videos
- Bug fixes
- Improved user experience

### 2.1.2 — 2026-04-27

Features:
- Tablet layout
- Background playback
- Next/Previous video
- Improved playlist management (shuffle, reordering, etc.)
- Improved video filters
- Ability to set the local account as favorite
- A more detailed “About” page for platforms

Fixes:
- Markdown rendering
- Screen rotation to switch to full-screen mode
- Order of the local account history
- User interface and user experience bugs in the player and throughout the app

### 2.0.2 — 2026-01-13

- Add new translations

### 2.0.1 — 2025-12-19

- Add new translations

### 2.0.0 — 2025-12-16

Features
- Section for creators
  - Manage videos
    - Publish a video file
    - Publish a recorded video
    - Update a video
  - Manage channels
    - Create, modify, and delete channels
Fixes
- Infinite loading issue on video screen

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