Since Windows 7 is no longer officially supported by Microsoft, there is no official "YouTube app" in the Windows Store for this OS . However, you can still "install" YouTube as a Progressive Web App (PWA) or create a desktop shortcut using a modern browser www.microsoft.com Method 1: Install as a Web App (PWA)

If your goal is to download videos for offline viewing rather than just having a desktop shortcut, you’ll need a third-party utility. Keep in mind that some tools have discontinued support for older operating systems.

1. Uninstall Chrome/Firefox. (Just kidding, but update them to their final Win7 versions).
2. Download "YT Downloader" 7.24.3 (The last version that supported Win7—find it on OldVersion.com or Archive.org).
3. Turn off your internet (Disable WiFi/LAN).
4. Install the software (Block its internet access via Firewall before first launch to prevent auto-update checks).
5. Copy the YouTube URL from your browser.
6. Paste into the downloader.

1. Q: Is there an official YouTube app for Windows 7?

   A: No. Google discontinued Chrome App support in 2017.

   : Look at the right side of the address bar for an icon that looks like a computer screen with a down arrow . Click it and select Alternative (Chrome) : Click the three vertical dots (top-right corner) > Cast, save, and share Save and Share Install YouTube : Click the three horizontal dots Install this site as an app

   Using "Video DownloadHelper" (Firefox Recommended)

   1. Download and Install: Download and install 4K Video Downloader on your Windows 7 machine.
   2. Copy Video URL: Copy the URL of the YouTube video you want to download.
   3. Open 4K Video Downloader: Open 4K Video Downloader and click on the "Paste Link" button.
   4. Select Format: Select the video format and quality you prefer.
   5. Download: Click on the "Download" button to start downloading the video.

   Downloading and Installing 4K Video Downloader