How to cancel YouTube TV

You can cancel YouTube TV through your account settings on any device where you're signed in. The cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, so you'll keep access until that date arrives. YouTube TV does not charge an early termination fee, and you can restart your subscription later if you change your mind.

The steps are the same whether you signed up through YouTube directly, through the YouTube TV app, or through a third-party platform like Apple, Amazon, or Google Play. What matters is which account holds the subscription — if you signed up with a Google account, you cancel through that Google account.

Key Takeaways

  • You can cancel YouTube TV from the YouTube TV app, a web browser, or the platform where you originally signed up, and the cancellation takes effect at the end of your billing cycle.
  • YouTube TV does not charge cancellation fees, and you can restart your subscription at any time without losing your saved shows or settings.
  • If you signed up through Apple, Amazon, or Google Play, you may need to cancel through that platform's settings rather than YouTube TV's own account page.
  • Your access continues until your billing date, so canceling on the first day of your cycle gives you the longest remaining access.

Canceling through the YouTube TV app or website

Open the YouTube TV app on your phone, tablet, or computer, or go to tv.youtube.com in a web browser. Sign in with the Google account that holds your subscription. Tap or click your profile picture in the top right corner, then select Settings.

Look for Membership or Billing in the settings menu. You'll see your current plan and billing date. Select the option to manage your subscription or membership. YouTube TV will show you a button labeled Cancel membership or Cancel subscription. Tap or click it, then confirm the cancellation on the screen that follows.

YouTube TV will ask you why you're canceling — this is optional feedback and does not affect whether your cancellation goes through. After you confirm, you'll see a message showing your cancellation is complete and the date your access ends.

Canceling if you signed up through Apple, Amazon, or Google Play

If you subscribed to YouTube TV through the Apple App Store, Amazon Prime Video Channels, or Google Play, you may need to cancel through that platform instead of through YouTube TV's own settings. This depends on how the subscription was originally set up.

For Apple: Open the Settings app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Go to your name at the top, then Subscriptions. Find YouTube TV in the list, tap it, and select Cancel Subscription.

For Amazon: Go to amazon.com and sign in. Select Account & Lists, then Your Account. Find Prime Video Channels or Memberships and Subscriptions. Locate YouTube TV and select Cancel Channel or Cancel Subscription.

For Google Play: Open the Google Play app on an Android phone or tablet. Tap your profile picture, then Payments and subscriptions. Select Subscriptions, find YouTube TV, and tap Cancel subscription.

What happens after you cancel

Your YouTube TV access continues until the end of your current billing cycle. If your billing date is the 15th of the month and you cancel on the 5th, you keep full access through the 14th. On the 15th, your account switches to a free tier with no live TV or on-demand content.

Any shows you've saved to your library remain there, and your watch history and preferences stay in your account. If you restart your subscription later, you'll see the same saved shows and settings you left behind.

YouTube TV does not offer refunds for the portion of your billing cycle you don't use. If you want to avoid paying for a full month you won't watch, cancel as close to your billing date as possible.

Restarting your subscription later

You can restart YouTube TV at any time by signing back into your account and selecting the option to resume your membership. The process takes a few minutes, and you'll be charged starting on the date you restart.

Your saved shows, watch history, and account settings remain in place even after cancellation, so you won't lose any of your preferences or library when you come back.

Troubleshooting cancellation problems

If you see an error message when you try to cancel, make sure you're signed into the correct Google account — the one that actually holds the subscription. If you have multiple Google accounts, you may be looking at the wrong one.

If you subscribed through a third-party platform and the cancellation button doesn't appear in YouTube TV's settings, go back to that platform (Apple, Amazon, or Google Play) and cancel there instead. Some subscriptions can only be canceled through the platform where they were created.

If you've already canceled but still see charges on your billing statement, contact YouTube TV support through your account settings. Charges that appear after your cancellation date may be a processing delay, but YouTube TV's support team can review your account and issue a refund if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a refund if I cancel mid-cycle?

No. YouTube TV does not refund unused portions of your billing cycle. Your access continues until your next billing date, but you won't receive money back for the days remaining after cancellation.

Can I cancel and restart my subscription without losing my saved shows?

Yes. Your saved shows, watch history, and account settings stay in your account even after you cancel. When you restart, everything will be there waiting for you.

What if I cancel but still get charged?

Check that your cancellation went through by looking at your account settings — you should see a message confirming the cancellation date. If charges appear after that date, contact YouTube TV support through your account. They can review the charge and issue a refund if it was made in error.

Can I cancel from my phone, or do I need a computer?

You can cancel from your phone using the YouTube TV app or a web browser. The steps are the same on any device — just sign in, go to settings, and select the cancellation option.

If I signed up through Apple or Amazon, do I cancel there or through YouTube TV?

Cancel through the platform where you signed up. If you subscribed through Apple, cancel in the Apple App Store settings. If you subscribed through Amazon, cancel in your Amazon account. Canceling through YouTube TV's own settings may not work if the subscription is linked to a third-party platform.