YouTube TV cancellation works through your account settings, takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, and you keep access until that date

To cancel YouTube TV, sign into your Google account on any device, go to your account settings, find the YouTube TV membership section, and select the option to cancel. The cancellation is immediate in the system, but your service continues through the last day of your current billing period — you will not lose access mid-month. YouTube TV does not charge a cancellation fee, and you can restart the subscription later if you change your mind.

The exact steps differ slightly depending on whether you are on a phone, computer, or tablet, but the destination is always the same: your Google Account settings. If you subscribed through a third-party platform like Apple or Amazon, the cancellation process runs through that platform instead, not through YouTube directly.

Key Takeaways

  • YouTube TV cancellation happens in your Google Account settings under Memberships, and takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, not immediately.
  • If you subscribed through Apple, Amazon, or another third-party platform, you must cancel through that platform's app or website, not through YouTube TV itself.
  • You keep full access to YouTube TV until your billing cycle ends, even after you cancel.
  • Restarting a cancelled subscription later will restore your saved shows, preferences, and DVR recordings.

Cancelling through your Google Account on a computer

Open a web browser and go to myaccount.google.com. Sign in with the Google account linked to your YouTube TV subscription. On the left side menu, click Memberships & subscriptions. You will see YouTube TV listed with your current plan and billing date.

Click on YouTube TV. A panel will open showing your membership details, renewal date, and payment method. At the bottom of this panel, click Cancel membership. Google will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may show you a retention offer — a discount or free trial period to keep the subscription. If you want to proceed, confirm the cancellation. Your service will end on the date shown in your account, which is the last day of your current billing cycle.

Cancelling through the YouTube TV app on your phone or tablet

Open the YouTube TV app and tap your profile icon in the top right corner. Tap Settings. Scroll down and tap Membership. Tap Manage membership. This will open your Google Account settings in a browser or web view. From here, follow the same steps as the computer method: tap Cancel membership and confirm.

On some Android devices, you may see a slightly different path: Settings > Billing > Subscriptions > YouTube TV > Cancel subscription. The result is the same regardless of which path your device shows.

Cancelling if you subscribed through Apple, Amazon, or another platform

If you signed up for YouTube TV through the Apple App Store, Amazon Prime Video Channels, or another third-party service, you must cancel through that platform, not through YouTube TV or Google. Cancelling through your Google Account will not work because the subscription is managed by the third party.

For Apple: Open the Settings app, tap your name at the top, tap Subscriptions, find YouTube TV, and tap Cancel Subscription. For Amazon: Go to your Amazon account, select Your Account, then Memberships and Subscriptions, find YouTube TV, and select Cancel Channel. Check the platform's support page if you subscribed through a different service.

What happens after you cancel

Your YouTube TV service remains active and fully functional until the end of your current billing cycle. If your billing date is the 15th and you cancel on the 5th, you have access through the 14th. On the 15th, your account will no longer work, and you will see a message asking you to restart your membership if you try to open the app.

Your saved shows, DVR recordings, and watch history are stored in your account. If you restart YouTube TV later — even months later — these will still be there. You will not lose anything by cancelling, and you can pick up where you left off.

Restarting your subscription after cancellation

To restart YouTube TV, sign into your Google Account, go to Memberships & subscriptions, and select YouTube TV. Click Restart membership if that option appears, or follow the steps to add the membership again. Your previous settings, saved shows, and DVR content will be restored. You may see a promotional offer for restarting, such as a discounted first month.

If you subscribed through a third party, restart through that platform using the same method you used to cancel.

Troubleshooting cancellation problems

If you cannot find the Cancel membership button, make sure you are signed into the correct Google Account — the one actually linked to your YouTube TV subscription. If you have multiple Google accounts, check which one is active. You can also try signing out completely and signing back in.

If you subscribed through a third party and the cancellation is not working, the issue is usually with that platform's system, not YouTube TV. Contact Apple Support, Amazon Support, or the relevant platform directly. If you subscribed directly through YouTube TV and still cannot cancel, you can contact YouTube TV support through the Help & feedback option in the app or on the YouTube TV website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be charged again after I cancel?

No. Once you cancel, YouTube TV will not charge you again. Your service ends on your next billing date, and no further charges will appear on your payment method.

Can I cancel in the middle of my billing cycle?

Yes. You can cancel at any time, but you will keep access through the end of your current billing period. YouTube TV does not offer refunds for unused time within a billing cycle.

What if I cancel but still see a charge on my credit card?

If you see a charge after cancelling, it is usually the final charge for the billing cycle you were already in when you cancelled. Check your cancellation confirmation to see when your service actually ended. If you see a charge after that date, contact your payment method's customer service or YouTube TV support.

Do I lose my DVR recordings if I cancel?

Your DVR recordings are stored in your account and will be there if you restart your subscription later. However, if you do not restart within a certain period, Google may delete them. Restart your subscription to preserve your recordings.

Can I pause my YouTube TV subscription instead of cancelling?

YouTube TV does not offer a pause feature. Your only options are to keep the subscription active or cancel it. If you want to temporarily stop paying, cancelling and restarting later is the way to do it.