Where to find your YouTube TV account settings

Your YouTube TV subscription settings live in one place: the YouTube TV app or website, under your account menu. On a phone or tablet, tap your profile picture in the top right corner, then select Settings. On a computer, click your profile picture in the top right, then choose Settings from the dropdown. From there, you'll see options for billing, plan details, and what channels you're paying for.

If you're signed into YouTube (the main video platform) but not YouTube TV, you won't see YouTube TV settings in that menu. Make sure you're actually in the YouTube TV app or at tv.youtube.com, not the regular YouTube site. The settings are separate because YouTube TV is a different service with its own subscription.

Key Takeaways

  • You manage your YouTube TV subscription through the Settings menu in the YouTube TV app or at tv.youtube.com, not through regular YouTube.
  • You can pause your subscription for up to three months without losing your account, then resume it later.
  • Changing your plan (adding or removing channel packages) takes effect immediately and adjusts your next bill.
  • Cancelling your subscription removes access to live TV and on-demand content, though you can restart it anytime.
  • Your payment method and billing address are managed in the same Settings area where you control your plan.

How to pause or resume your subscription

YouTube TV lets you pause your subscription for up to three months without cancelling it entirely. This keeps your account, your saved shows, and your preferences intact. Go to Settings, select Membership, then choose Pause membership. You'll pick an end date for the pause — YouTube TV will stop charging you and turn off your access on that date.

When you're ready to come back, go to the same Membership section and select Resume membership. Your service restarts immediately, and you're charged for the current month. Pausing is useful if you know you won't watch for a few weeks but don't want to lose your account setup.

Changing your plan or adding channel packages

YouTube TV offers a base plan that includes local channels, major networks, and cable channels. You can add optional packages like sports, international channels, or premium networks. To see what's available and make changes, go to Settings and select Membership, then Manage plan.

The screen shows your current plan and any add-ons you're paying for, plus what else you can add. When you add or remove a package, the change takes effect immediately. Your next bill will reflect the new price — if you add something mid-month, you'll be charged a prorated amount for the rest of that month.

Updating your payment method and billing address

Your payment information is stored in the same Settings area. Go to Settings, then Billing. You'll see your current payment method and billing address. To change either one, select Update payment method or Update billing address.

YouTube TV accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal. If your card is declined when YouTube TV tries to charge you, you'll receive an email asking you to update your payment method. You usually have a few days to fix it before your service is paused. Once you update it, your service resumes automatically.

Cancelling your subscription

If you decide to cancel, go to Settings, select Membership, then Cancel membership. YouTube TV will ask you to confirm and may offer you a discount to stay. If you proceed, your access ends on the date shown — usually the end of your current billing cycle. You won't be charged again after that date.

Cancelling removes your access to live TV and on-demand content, but you can restart your subscription anytime. When you do, you'll set up a new account (your old one is gone), so you'll lose any saved shows or preferences. If you think you might come back within three months, pausing is a better option than cancelling.

Viewing your billing history and receipts

To see what you've been charged and download receipts, go to Settings and select Billing. Scroll down to Billing history to see a list of charges by date. Click on any charge to see a receipt with the amount, date, and what you were charged for.

Receipts are useful if you need to dispute a charge or track your spending. If you see a charge you don't recognize, contact YouTube TV support through the Settings menu — there's a Help & feedback option that lets you report billing problems.

Managing family sharing and household members

YouTube TV allows multiple people in your household to watch at the same time on different devices. To manage who has access, go to Settings and select Family sharing. You can see who's in your household and remove members if needed.

Each household member gets their own profile, saved shows, and watch history. If someone moves out or you want to remove them, select their name and choose Remove from household. They'll lose access immediately. You can add new household members through the same menu — they'll need a Google account.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to my saved shows if I pause my subscription?

Your saved shows and preferences stay in your account while it's paused. When you resume, everything is exactly as you left it. If you cancel instead of pausing, your account is deleted and you lose all saved content.

Can I change my plan in the middle of a billing cycle?

Yes. Changes take effect immediately, and your next bill is adjusted based on the new plan price. If you add a package mid-month, you'll pay a prorated amount for the remaining days of that month.

What if my payment fails?

YouTube TV sends you an email asking you to update your payment method. You usually have a few days before your service pauses. Once you update it, your service resumes automatically and you're not charged a late fee.

Can I restart my subscription after cancelling?

Yes, but you'll create a new account. Your old account and any saved shows are gone. If you think you might return within three months, pausing is better because it keeps your account intact.

How many people can watch YouTube TV at the same time?

Up to three people can watch simultaneously on different devices. If a fourth person tries to watch, they'll see a message that the limit has been reached. You can manage who's in your household through the Family sharing settings.