YouTube Kids

Video made for children

YouTube Kids is a video app for preschoolers and older children who need a simpler, more limited way to explore online entertainment. It presents cartoons, songs, learning clips, stories and other child-focused videos in an interface designed for young viewers, while giving parents tools to shape what appears. The app is developed by Google LLC and belongs in the Entertainment category.

Controls for parents

Families can choose an age-based setting, including options for preschool, younger children and older children. Parents can also decide which videos, channels or collections are available, block content that is not suitable for their household and flag videos for review. A built-in timer can end a viewing session after a set period, which is useful when screen time needs a clear stopping point.

A straightforward experience

The layout uses large buttons, bright visuals and simple navigation so children can browse with less help. Familiar videos are easier to find again, which suits children who return to favourite songs, programmes or learning clips. The range is broad, but the app is still best treated as a supervised space rather than a guarantee that every recommendation will match a family’s standards.

Scale and reception

YouTube Kids has passed 500,000,000+ installs and holds a rating of about 4.2 out of 5 from more than 3.2 million reviews. That reach makes it a familiar choice for households already using Google services. Its strongest fit is with parents who want children to browse independently while keeping age settings, viewing time and available content within clearer boundaries.