Enhanced Patch List for ReVanced
Complete Guide v6.2.0+

What’s New in 2026

Major changes to the ReVanced ecosystem this year.

How to Use This Guide

Understanding the badges and risk ratings applied to every patch.

Badge Legend

Risk Assessment Matrix

Recommended Patch Presets

Quick-start configurations for different user profiles.

Note: These presets are editorial recommendations created by the guide author. They are not official ReVanced configurations.

All universal patches are 🟢 Low Risk unless otherwise noted. These patches work across any Android application.

Current Status: YouTube patching remains the most popular ReVanced use case. Following the March 2026 playback crisis, ensure Spoof video streams is enabled on v6.2.0+.

Also see our YouTube Music Mod, RVX YT Music Extended, and Anddea Extended guides.

For more social app mods, explore our ReVanced X and Facebook guides.

For more video platforms, see our SmartTube guide for Android TV.

Note: This is the international variant (com.ss.android.ugc.trill). The US variant (com.zhiliaoapp.musically) has identical patches.

Also see our guides for RIF is Fun, Slide, Relay, Infinity, BaconReader, and Sync for Lemmy.

Also applies to Sync Pro (com.laurencedawson.reddit_sync.pro) and Sync Dev (com.laurencedawson.reddit_sync.dev).

See our dedicated Messenger patching guide and Facebook mod guide.

For more audio apps, see our YouTube Music and RVX YT Music guides.

Prefer third-party clients? See RIF is Fun, Slide, Relay, Infinity, BaconReader, and Sync for Lemmy.

See our dedicated Duolingo patching guide.

See our Google Photos and Pixelify comparison guides.

See our dedicated Lightroom patching guide.

See our dedicated Photomath patching guide.

See our dedicated Prime Video patching guide.

See our Facebook and Messenger guides.

See also RIF is Fun, Slide, Relay, and Infinity.

See also RIF is Fun, Relay, Infinity, and BaconReader.

See also RIF is Fun, Slide, Infinity, and BaconReader.

See our dedicated Sync for Lemmy guide.

See our dedicated Google News patching guide.

See our dedicated Mi Fitness patching guide.

See our dedicated WarnWetter patching guide.

Troubleshooting & “Break/Fix” Log

ReVanced patches operate in a constant arms race with app developers. When Google or another service pushes a server-side change, patched functionality can break overnight. Here is a running log of major incidents and their resolutions. For step-by-step fixes, see our troubleshooting guide, connection error fixes, and login error solutions.

General Troubleshooting Steps

GmsCore / MicroG Deep Dive

Most ReVanced patches for Google apps (YouTube, YouTube Music, Google Photos, Google News) require Google account sign-in. Because ReVanced changes the app’s package name (e.g., com.google.android.youtube.revanced), Google Play Services will not authenticate it. GmsCore (often called MicroG) solves this.

What Is GmsCore?

GmsCore is a free and open-source reimplementation of Google’s proprietary Play Services. It intercepts Google API calls and handles authentication, cloud messaging, and account sync without requiring the original, tightly-coupled Google Play Services framework.

Installation Guide

1. Download the correct build — Use ReVanced GmsCore (specifically built for ReVanced compatibility). See our MicroG setup guide for installation and configuration.
2. Install before the patched app — Install GmsCore first, then install your patched APK.
3. Battery Optimization Exemption (Critical) — Go to Settings → Apps → GmsCore → Battery → Unrestricted. If GmsCore is killed by Android’s Doze mode, sign-in will silently fail.
4. Grant all permissions — GmsCore needs Contacts, Phone, and SMS permissions to spoof the Google Services Framework signature correctly.
5. Add your Google account — Open GmsCore settings → Google Accounts → Add account. Alternatively, sign in directly through the patched YouTube app; it will route through GmsCore.

Common GmsCore Issues

Difference Between MicroG Variants

How ReVanced Works

A brief architecture explainer. Understanding the mechanics helps you troubleshoot and appreciate why patches sometimes break.

The Patching Pipeline

1. APK Disassembly — The target APK is decompiled into Smali bytecode (Android’s assembly language) and resources (XML, images).
2. Patch Application — ReVanced Patcher (now v22) applies .patch files which contain:
   • Bytecode patches: Inject new methods, modify existing logic, or redirect calls.
   • Resource patches: Replace drawables, modify layouts, or add new XML resources.
3. Integration Hook — Most patches rely on a companion “integrations” APK (Java/Kotlin code) that is injected into the target app. The Smali patches redirect original app calls to this integration code.
4. Recompilation & Signing — The modified bytecode and resources are repackaged into a new APK, signed with a debug or custom key.

For a practical walkthrough, see our self-patching tutorial and Manager setup guide.

Why Patches Break

• App Updates: When Google updates YouTube, method names and class structures change. If a patch looks for a specific method signature that no longer exists, it fails to apply.
• Server-Side Changes: Some features (like ad delivery or stream URLs) are controlled remotely. Patches must spoof client identities or block new ad domains.
• Patcher Evolution: ReVanced Patcher v22 introduced abstract pattern matching, meaning patches can now target logic patterns rather than exact method names. This is why v6.2.0+ supports newer app versions automatically.

The Life Cycle of a Patch

Ethical & Legal Considerations

ReVanced exists in a gray area. This section is not legal advice, but a practical framework for responsible use.

Terms of Service Violations

Using ReVanced on YouTube violates YouTube’s Terms of Service (specifically sections regarding modifying the client and blocking ads). However, in most jurisdictions, modifying software you legally possess for personal use is not a criminal offense. Distributing modified APKs is where legal risk increases (which is why ReVanced only distributes patches, not pre-patched APKs).

Impact on Content Creators

Ad blocking directly reduces revenue for creators who rely on ad revenue. SponsorBlock skips sponsor segments that creators are paid for.
Mitigation: If you use these patches, consider supporting creators directly via channel memberships or merchandise. See our content creator guide and pros & cons breakdown for a balanced view.

Account Ban Risks

• Observed bans: Extremely rare for ad-blocking and UI customization alone. Google has not historically banned Google accounts for using modified YouTube clients.
• Theoretical risk: Higher for patches that unlock paid features (e.g., Strava Premium, Adobe Lightroom Premium, Disney+ ad-skip). These trigger server-side entitlement checks.
• Best practice: Use a secondary/”burner” account for high-risk patches. Never use your primary Google account with apps patched for premium unlocking.

When to Pay vs. When to Patch

Community Resources & Where to Get Help

Official Channels

Alternative Projects

APK Sourcing (Manual Fallback)

If Manager v2’s auto-downloader fails:

• our download archive: Trusted mirror for historical app versions. Always verify the SHA-256 checksum.
• alternative download sources: Alternative source; exercise caution with bundled installers.

Manager v2 Presets (JSON Import/Export)

Manager v2 supports exporting your patch selection as JSON. You can share or backup your configuration. Example structure:

{
  “packageName”: “com.google.android.youtube”,
  “patches”: [
    “Hide ads”,
    “Video ads”,
    “SponsorBlock”,
    “Return YouTube Dislike”,
    “Spoof video streams”
  ],
  “options”: {
    “Theme”: {
      “darkThemeBackgroundColor”: “@android:color/black”
    }
  }
}

Version Compatibility Matrix

Quick reference for supported app versions and critical patches.