Sign in with your Google account on any device
YouTube TV uses your Google account to keep your subscription, recordings, and settings in one place. To access your account, go to youtube.tv in a web browser or open the YouTube TV app on your phone, tablet, or streaming device. You will see a sign-in screen asking for your email address or phone number.
Enter the email or phone number connected to your Google account, then enter your password when prompted. If you have two-step verification turned on for your Google account, you will need to complete that step as well — Google will send a code to your phone or ask you to approve the sign-in from another device you own.
Once you sign in, YouTube TV loads your account with your live channels, saved shows, and any recordings you have made. Your account syncs across all devices, so if you watch something on your phone, you can pick up where you left off on your TV.
Key Takeaways
- YouTube TV signs you in through your Google account, so you need the email address or phone number and password associated with that account.
- You can sign in on the YouTube TV website, the mobile app, or streaming devices like Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, and Chromecast.
- If your Google account has two-step verification enabled, you will need to complete that verification step during sign-in.
- Your account syncs across all devices, so your watch history, recordings, and settings appear on every device where you sign in.
- If you forget your Google password, use the password recovery option on the Google sign-in page to reset it before trying YouTube TV again.
Sign in on streaming devices and smart TVs
Streaming devices like Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, Apple TV, and Google Chromecast all have the YouTube TV app available. Open the app and select "Sign in" or "Log in." The device will show you a code on the screen.
On your phone or computer, go to youtube.com/tv/signin and enter that code. Then sign in with your Google account credentials on that page. Once you complete the sign-in there, the code on your TV device will set up and your account will load.
This two-step process exists because typing a long password on a TV remote is slow and error-prone. Using your phone or computer to enter your credentials is faster and more find.
Sign in on the YouTube TV website
Open youtube.tv in any web browser on your computer or mobile device. Click "Sign in" in the top right corner. Enter your Google account email or phone number, then your password.
If you are on a shared computer, always sign out when you finish watching. Select your profile icon in the top right, then choose "Sign out." This prevents someone else from accessing your account and viewing your watch history or recordings.
What to do if you cannot sign in
If you see an error message or the sign-in page will not accept your password, the most common cause is an incorrect password. Go to accounts.google.com and select "Security" on the left side. Click "Password" and follow the steps to reset it. Then try signing into YouTube TV again with your new password.
If you do not remember the email address or phone number connected to your Google account, go to accounts.google.com/signin/recovery and follow the recovery process. Google will ask you security questions or send a verification code to a recovery email or phone number you set up previously.
If you are trying to sign in on a streaming device and the code keeps expiring, make sure you enter it within 10 minutes. If the code expires, go back to the app on your device and request a new code.
Manage multiple profiles on one account
YouTube TV allows you to create up to six profiles under a single subscription. Each profile has its own watch history, recordings, and recommendations. To add a profile, sign in to youtube.tv, select your profile icon in the top right, and choose "Add profile."
Name the new profile and choose an icon. Once created, anyone in your household can sign into that profile without needing a separate Google account. Each person's viewing history stays separate, so recommendations do not get mixed up.
To switch between profiles, select the profile icon and choose the profile you want to use. You do not need to sign out and sign back in — switching profiles is when ready.
Sign out of your account
To sign out on the website, click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Sign out." On the mobile app, tap your profile icon, then tap "Sign out."
On streaming devices, go to your profile icon, select "Settings," then choose "Sign out." You will be returned to the sign-in screen. The next person who opens the app will need to sign in with their own Google account.
If you want to sign out of YouTube TV on all devices at once, go to myaccount.google.com, select "Security" on the left, scroll down to "Your devices," and choose "Manage all devices." Find YouTube TV in the list and select "Sign out."
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the same Google account on multiple devices at the same time?
Yes. You can watch YouTube TV on different devices simultaneously as long as your subscription plan allows it. Most YouTube TV plans allow three simultaneous streams, so three people can watch different channels or shows at the same time on three different devices.
What happens if I forget my Google password?
Go to accounts.google.com and click "Forgot password?" on the sign-in page. Google will ask you to enter the last password you remember, then send a verification code to your recovery email or phone number. Follow the steps to create a new password, then use it to sign into YouTube TV.
Can I sign in without a Google account?
No. YouTube TV requires a Google account to sign in and access your subscription. If you do not have a Google account, you can create one for free at accounts.google.com.
Why does YouTube TV ask me to verify my sign-in?
If your Google account has two-step verification enabled, YouTube TV will ask you to complete that verification for security. You will receive a code by text, email, or through an authenticator app. Enter that code to finish signing in.
Can I change which email address is connected to my YouTube TV account?
Your YouTube TV account is tied to your Google account, so you cannot change the email directly in YouTube TV. To use a different email, you would need to create a new Google account with that email address and start a new YouTube TV subscription under that account.