PSP Tube, from download to update.

Start with the full installation package

The website download and the in-app updater serve different files. For a first installation, use the ZIP from the PSP Tube project page. The v1.0.5 Free package is named PSPTube-v1.0.5-free.zip. It contains the app and its accompanying assets and licence notices. A standalone OTA EBOOT.PBP is a replacement executable, not the full installation package.

1. Check your exact device model and the build available for it on the project page. The presence of a model in the picker does not mean a build has been published for it.
2. Back up an existing PSP Tube folder before replacing files. Your device must already support running PSP homebrew; this guide does not install or change firmware.
3. Extract the ZIP on your computer. Its app folder is PSP/GAME/PSPTUBE_INDEPENDENT. Copy that folder into PSP/GAME on your PSP storage, retaining the assets and accompanying files.
4. Safely disconnect the storage and launch PSP Tube from the PSP’s Game menu. Check that you copied the extracted folder, rather than the ZIP itself or an extra nested folder.

PSP 1000, 2000 and 3000 are different models. Use the release’s stated compatibility and the community reports for your model. Availability and test coverage are shown on the project page; PS Vita and other future platforms should not be assumed compatible with a PSP build.

Link your KZE account with a code

Free releases do not need a Patreon membership. For eligible member updates, sign in to your KZE account, connect Patreon and generate an account-link code inside PSP Tube. The app shows an eight-character code, usually grouped as four characters, a hyphen and four more.

1. On your computer or phone, open kze.info/account/link and sign in to your verified KZE account.
2. Enter the code displayed on your own PSP. Review the app, model and account before approving.
3. Approve the link and return to PSP Tube. Keep the app open while it finishes confirmation. Codes expire after ten minutes; generate another if yours expires.

Only approve a code showing on a device you control. The linked app receives an update credential, not your website login. The app saves that credential on its storage, so do not share its account settings files. You can revoke an unused or lost device from your linked apps.

Understand update channels and editions

A stable release is the regular release channel. Beta and development releases are earlier builds intended for testing. KZE checks the app, device model, selected edition and channel, installed build and current membership before offering a protected update.

Supporter includes eligible stable Premium builds across KZE; Insider adds beta and development builds. KZE membership is separate from YouTube Premium. Core YouTube playback in PSP Tube remains free, and a membership does not grant rights to third-party content.

The PSP updater obtains a temporary download URL, downloads a staged EBOOT.PBP and checks its size and SHA-256 against the manifest before installation. It keeps a previous executable for recovery. Keep the device powered and leave enough free storage for staging and backup. Preserve your own backup too; an updater cannot protect against every storage or power failure.

Use the website ZIP for a fresh installation or a missing-assets problem. Use the app’s updater for a published executable update. A “no update” result can mean you already have the offered build or there is no newer eligible release for that model and channel.

When something does not work

The app is missing or shows as corrupted

Check the extracted folder path and confirm EBOOT.PBP and the assets are present. Check the device and firmware requirements before trying again. Do not install a build intended for a different platform.

The link code expired

Generate a new code in the app. Never reuse a code sent to you by someone else. Check the signed-in website account before approving it.

HTTPS or certificate errors

Check the PSP’s date, time and saved network connection. Do not disable certificate verification or substitute an HTTP update server.

Member updates are unavailable

Check your connected Patreon status, tier and selected channel. A linked device alone does not grant membership. Reconnect an expired or revoked app link when prompted.

Playback or network behaviour changed

Network conditions and third-party service changes can affect playback independently of the installed version. Include the error and reproduction steps in your report; repeatedly reinstalling may not address a service problem.

Report the result for your device

On the project page, select the version and edition you installed, your device model, whether it worked and a rating. Add your firmware and clear reproduction steps when relevant. Reports are grouped by version and model, which makes them more useful than a simple star average.

Your username and submitted device details are public. Keep private account information out of the review. For account access, privacy or a sensitive issue, contact KZE privately.