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YouTube removing ‘Subscriptions’ bottom bar tab on Android, iOS after nearly a decade

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Briefings

YouTube recently removed the 'Subscriptions' tab from the bottom navigation bar on both Android and iOS devices. This change occurred as part of a broader update to custom feed features, which has been in development for nearly a decade. The removal simplifies the interface but may affect users who rely on that specific navigation element.

Key points

• YouTube removed the 'Subscriptions' tab from the bottom navigation bar on both Android and iOS devices.
• This change was implemented alongside the launch of custom feed features.

Context

The removal of the 'Subscriptions' tab is part of YouTube's ongoing efforts to streamline its app interface, particularly as it introduces new custom feed options. This update affects users across both major operating systems, potentially altering how they access their subscription content.

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Evidence is limited to a single article snippet from October 2026. Specific dates for the feature launch are not provided, and the exact timeline of the 'nearly a decade' development is not detailed.

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