YouTube Vanced: “The following content is unavailable” What should I do?

YouTube Vanced is a modified version of the official YouTube app , which offers additional features like ad blocking, dark mode, picture-in-picture mode, background playback and much more.

However, some users sometimes encounter a problem with YouTube Vanced: the following content is not available .

This error message can appear for different reasons, such as unstable internet connection, cache or data problem, missing update or application bug . Here are several solutions to enjoy YouTube Vanced again.

Solution 1: Check your internet connection

The first thing to do when you have a problem with YouTube Vanced is to check your internet connection . Your network may be too slow or unstable to load videos properly. You can try switching to airplane mode for a few seconds and then turning it off , or changing networks ( Wi-Fi or mobile data ) if possible.

You can also use an app like Speedtest to measure the speed and quality of your connection.

Solution 2: Clear YouTube Vanced cache and data

Another possible cause of the content not available issue is an issue with the app's cache or data. The cache is a set of temporary files that help the application run faster and more efficiently.

Data is the personal information you have saved in the app, such as your preferences, subscriptions, history, etc. Sometimes these files may be corrupted or outdated, and cause errors or malfunctions

To fix this issue, you can try clearing the cache and data of YouTube Vanced, following these steps:

  • Open your Android settings
Clear cache and data from YouTube Vanced
  • Tap Applications or Application Manager
  • Search for YouTube Vanced and tap on it
  • Tap Storage
Storage
  • Tap Clear cache
  • Tap Clear data
  • Confirm your choice

Warning: this operation will delete all your personal information in the application , such as your preferences, your subscriptions, your history, etc. You will need to log in to your Google account again and reset your settings after clearing the cache and data.

Solution 3: Update YouTube Vanced

Another possible solution is to update YouTube Vanced to the latest available version . Your current version may be outdated or incompatible with the official YouTube version, which may cause videos to play or load.

To update YouTube Vanced Vanced Manager app , which allows you to easily install and update YouTube Vanced and its components ( MicroG and Vanced Music ). Here's how to do it:

  • Open the Vanced Manager app
Update YouTube Vanced
  • Tap the YouTube Vanced icon
  • If an update is available, tap Update
  • Choose the version you want to install ( non-root or root )
  • Choose the theme you prefer ( black, white or dark blue )
  • Choose the language you want to use
  • Wait for the download and installation to complete
  • Open YouTube Vanced and check if the problem is resolved

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Solution 4: Reinstall YouTube Vanced

If none of the above solutions work, you can try to completely reinstall YouTube Vanced on your device. The current installation may be corrupted or incomplete, which may prevent the application from working properly.

To reinstall YouTube Vanced, you must first uninstall the app and its components (MicroG and Vanced Music) and then reinstall them using the Vanced Manager app. Here's how to do it:

  • Open your Android device settings
  • Tap Applications or Application Manager
Reinstall YouTube Vanced
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  • Search for YouTube Vanced, MicroG and Vanced Music and tap on it
  • Tap Uninstall for each app
  • Confirm your choice
  • Open the Vanced Manager
  • Tap the YouTube Vanced
  • Tap Install
  • Choose the version you want to install ( non-root or root )
  • Choose the theme you prefer ( black, white or dark blue )
  • Choose the language you want to use
  • Wait for the download and installation to complete
  • Repeat the same steps for MicroG and Vanced Music if you want to use them
  • Open YouTube Vanced and check if the problem is resolved

See also : YouTube Vanced stops working

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