Access Your Channel Lineup Settings

To change which channels appear on your YouTube TV home screen, sign into your account on a computer, phone, or tablet, then open the menu and select Settings. From there, tap or click Channels. This is where you control which channels show up when you open the app — you can hide channels you don't watch and unhide ones you want back.

The channels you hide don't disappear from YouTube TV entirely. They stay in your account; you're just removing them from your main view. You can bring any hidden channel back at any time by returning to this same menu and unhiding it. Nothing costs extra or requires a new subscription.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to Settings, then Channels, to see your full channel list and choose which ones to display on your home screen.
  • Hiding a channel removes it from your view but keeps it in your account — you can unhide it whenever you want.
  • On phones and tablets, swipe left on a channel name to hide it, or tap the three-dot menu next to the channel.
  • On a computer, click the eye icon or three-dot menu next to each channel to toggle it on or off.
  • Changes take effect when ready across all your devices once you save them.

Hide Channels on Your Phone or Tablet

Open the YouTube TV app and tap the profile icon in the top right corner. Select Settings, then Channels. You'll see a list of all the channels included in your plan. To hide a channel, swipe left on its name (on iPhone) or press and hold it (on Android), then tap Hide. On some Android devices, you may see a three-dot menu icon instead — tap that and choose Hide channel.

If you change your mind, go back to the Channels menu, scroll down to find Hidden channels, and swipe left or tap the menu to unhide any channel. The process is the same whether you're using an iPhone, iPad, or Android phone.

Hide Channels on a Computer

Sign into YouTube TV on your web browser and click your profile picture in the top right. Choose Settings, then Channels. You'll see your channel list with an eye icon next to each one. Click the eye icon to hide a channel — it will change to a crossed-out eye, and the channel will disappear from your home screen.

To unhide a channel, scroll to the bottom of the Channels page where hidden channels are grouped together. Click the crossed-out eye icon next to the channel name, and it will return to your main lineup. You can also click the three-dot menu next to any channel name for additional options.

Reorder Your Channels

YouTube TV lets you arrange your visible channels in the order you prefer. On a phone or tablet, go to Settings, then Channels, and look for a Reorder channels option (this may appear as a button or menu choice depending on your device). Tap and hold a channel name, then drag it up or down the list to your preferred position.

On a computer, you can often drag channels directly in the Channels settings menu. Click and hold a channel name, then drag it to a new spot. Not all devices support drag-and-drop reordering, so if you don't see this option, your version of YouTube TV may arrange channels automatically based on your viewing habits instead.

What Happens When You Hide a Channel

Hiding a channel only affects what you see on your home screen and in your guide. The channel is still part of your YouTube TV plan, and you can still search for it and watch it anytime. If someone else uses your account on a different device, they see their own channel preferences — hiding a channel on your phone doesn't hide it on someone else's tablet.

Your changes sync across all devices within a few seconds. If you hide a channel on your phone, it will be hidden on your computer and any other device where you're signed in. This makes it straightforward to customize your view without affecting other people who share your account.

Troubleshooting Channel Lineup Changes

If your channel list looks different than expected, check whether you're looking at hidden channels. Scroll down in your Channels settings to see if the channel you're looking for is listed under Hidden channels. If it is, unhide it to bring it back to your main view.

If a channel is missing entirely and not in the hidden list, it may not be included in your current YouTube TV plan. YouTube TV offers different channel packages depending on your location and subscription level. Check your plan details in Settings to see which channels are available to you. If you think a channel should be included, contact YouTube TV support through the Help section in Settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hide channels without deleting them from my account?

Yes. Hiding a channel only removes it from your home screen view. The channel stays in your account and you can unhide it anytime by going back to Settings, Channels, and selecting the hidden channel to restore it.

Do hidden channels affect other people using my account?

No. Each person who signs into your YouTube TV account has their own channel preferences. If you hide a channel, it only disappears from your view. Other users on the same account will still see that channel unless they hide it themselves.

How long does it take for channel changes to show up on all my devices?

Changes usually appear within a few seconds across all devices where you're signed in. If a channel is still showing on one device after you hid it on another, try closing and reopening the YouTube TV app or refreshing your browser.

What if I can't find the Channels option in Settings?

Make sure you're signed into your YouTube TV account and not just browsing as a guest. The Channels menu only appears for account holders. If you're signed in and still don't see it, try updating the YouTube TV app or clearing your browser cache, then sign in again.

Can I rearrange channels on all devices?

Reordering works on most phones, tablets, and computers, but the method varies by device. On phones, you usually tap and hold to drag channels. On computers, you may be able to drag them directly. If reordering isn't available on your device, YouTube TV may automatically sort channels based on what you watch most.