YouTube Kids: what changed
This build's notes highlight bug fixes and stability improvements. YouTube Kids also gives parents ways to shape what children watch, choose an age-based mode, and set limits on viewing time.
What changed
- 01Bug fixes and stability improvements
According to the notes, this build focuses on bug fixes and stability improvements. YouTube Kids is designed for children to explore videos, while parental controls let families shape that experience. The notes describe maintenance work rather than a new viewing mode or feature, so the practical focus is a more stable app experience.
- 02Worth using: age-based viewing modes
YouTube Kids offers different modes for different ages and interests. Preschool mode includes learning content such as ABCs; Younger mode can include songs, cartoons, and DIY crafts; Older mode offers popular music and gaming videos. Parents can also choose Approved Content Only to hand-pick videos, channels, and collections for a child.
- 03Worth using: parent-set viewing limits
The app includes controls for shaping a child's viewing experience, including content filters and a Timer that freezes the app when screen time is up. Families can also block videos or channels and flag content for review. These tools let parents set boundaries and guide viewing according to their preferences.
- Version
- Varies with device
- On Google Play
- Oct 12, 2026
- Rollout
- Rolling out via Google Play
- Developer
- Google LLC
Should you update now?
It is worth installing now: this build's notes cover bug fixes and stability improvements, and YouTube Kids gives families age-based video modes, parent-selected content, and a screen-time timer. The notes focus on maintenance, so there is no stated change to permissions, accounts, payments, or data to weigh before updating.
Get the update
Open YouTube Kids in Google PlayOfficial listing by Google LLC
On the listing, Update means this build is waiting for your phone; Open means you already have it or a newer one.
Worth knowing
Parental setup is needed to shape the experience, including choosing a mode or selecting approved content. The Timer freezes the app when its screen-time limit is reached, and Watch it Again is where children can revisit favorites and shared videos. Children may see commercial content from YouTube creators that is not paid advertising. Installing an update from Google Play keeps your app data and settings.
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