Background Audio Playback
YouTube Background Play — Listen With Screen Locked
Play YouTube audio in the background on iPhone, iPad, and Android. Listen to music, lectures, and podcasts with your screen turned off.
The Problem
- ✕Closing the YouTube app or browser immediately pauses the audio.
- ✕Paying $15.99/mo just for background audio functionality.
- ✕Heavy battery drain from leaving the screen turned on.
The SkipPlay Solution
- ✓Web-based media controls integrate directly with lockscreen notifications.
- ✓Exit the browser or lock your phone; audio keeps playing.
- ✓Save battery by listening with the screen turned off.
Common Questions
What do I do if playback pauses on iOS?
Open the iOS Control Center from your lock screen and tap the Play button. Safari will continue the background audio stream.
Is background play available on Android?
Yes, it works across all popular Android browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Opera.
Ready to experience a cleaner web?
SkipPlay is completely open-source friendly. Save links, organize tracks, and play background audio instantly.