NewPipe does not use any Google framework libraries, or the YouTube API. It only parses the website in order to gain the information it needs. Therefore this app can be used on devices without Google Services installed. Also, you don't need a YouTube account to use NewPipe, and it's FLOSS.
Safety guidance
GamingHub shows install context and release details here, but file-by-file scan reports and signature verification are still rolling out.
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