Cancel YouTube TV through your account settings

You cancel YouTube TV by going into your Google Account settings and removing the subscription from your payment method. The process takes about two minutes and stops your service at the end of your current billing cycle — you do not lose access before that date.

Sign in to your Google Account at myaccount.google.com. Click Payments & subscriptions in the left menu, then select Manage subscriptions. Find YouTube TV in the list, click it, and select Cancel subscription. Confirm the cancellation when prompted.

YouTube TV will send you a confirmation email. Your service continues until the end of the billing period shown in your account — usually the same day each month that you first signed up. After that date, you lose access to live TV, on-demand shows, and your DVR library.

Key Takeaways

  • You cancel through your Google Account settings under Payments & subscriptions, not through the YouTube TV app itself.
  • Your service does not stop when ready — you keep access through the end of your current billing cycle.
  • If you cancel partway through a month, YouTube TV does not refund the unused portion of that month's fee.
  • You can resubscribe at any time by going back to the same Payments & subscriptions page and selecting YouTube TV.
  • If you subscribed through a third-party platform like Apple or Amazon, you must cancel through that platform instead of Google.

What happens to your DVR and saved shows when you cancel

Your DVR recordings and saved shows disappear when your subscription ends. YouTube TV does not store them after you cancel, and you cannot read them to keep. If you have programs you want to preserve, you need to watch or record them before your final billing date.

Your watch history and preferences are tied to your Google Account, not your YouTube TV subscription. If you resubscribe later using the same Google Account, your history returns, but your DVR library starts empty.

Canceling a subscription through Apple, Amazon, or other platforms

If you signed up for YouTube TV through the Apple App Store, Amazon Prime Video Channels, or another third-party platform, you must cancel through that platform, not through Google. Canceling in your Google Account settings will not work.

For Apple: Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad, tap your name, select Subscriptions, find YouTube TV, and tap Cancel Subscription. On a Mac, open System Settings, click your name, select Subscriptions, and cancel from there.

For Amazon Prime Video Channels: Go to your Prime Video account on a web browser, select Your Account, then Memberships and Subscriptions. Find YouTube TV and select Cancel Channel.

For other platforms, log into your account on their website or app, navigate to subscriptions or billing, and look for the option to cancel YouTube TV. The exact steps vary by platform.

Pausing your subscription instead of canceling

YouTube TV does not offer a pause feature. You either keep the subscription active or cancel it. If you want to stop paying temporarily but plan to return, canceling and resubscribing is your only option.

Resubscribing is straightforward — go back to the same Payments & subscriptions page in your Google Account, select YouTube TV, and choose to reactivate. You will not lose your Google Account history, though your DVR library will be empty when you return.

Troubleshooting cancellation problems

If the Cancel subscription button does not appear or is grayed out, you may be looking at a different subscription or your account may have a pending issue. Refresh the page and make sure you are in the correct section of your Google Account.

If you subscribed through a family plan or shared payment method, the account owner must cancel the subscription. If someone else set up the account, contact them or ask them to remove you from the subscription.

If you see an error message when trying to cancel, try using a different web browser or clearing your browser cache. If the problem persists, you can contact Google Support through your Google Account settings — click Help & support and select Contact us.

What to do if you want to switch to a different streaming service

YouTube TV is not the only live TV streaming option. Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and FuboTV offer similar packages with different channel lineups and pricing. Before you cancel, check what channels and shows matter most to you and compare them across services.

Many services offer free trial periods, though the length and terms vary. Starting a trial with a new service before canceling YouTube TV lets you test it without losing your current access. Just set a reminder to cancel the trial if you decide not to keep it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a refund if I cancel in the middle of a billing cycle?

No. YouTube TV charges monthly and does not refund unused days. If you cancel on the 15th of a month but your billing date is the 20th, you still pay the full month's fee. Your service continues through the 20th, then stops.

Can I cancel YouTube TV through the app instead of online?

The YouTube TV app does not have a cancellation option. You must go through your Google Account settings on a web browser or contact Google Support. This prevents accidental cancellations from the app.

What if I forgot my Google Account password?

Go to accounts.google.com and select Forgot password? Follow the steps to reset it using your recovery email or phone number. Once you regain access, you can cancel the subscription through Payments & subscriptions.

Can I cancel and resubscribe to get a promotional rate?

YouTube TV does not may provide promotional rates for returning customers. You may or may not see a discount offer when you resubscribe. If you are looking for a lower rate, contact Google Support to ask about current offers before you cancel.

How long does it take for the cancellation to process?

The cancellation is when ready in your account, but your service continues through the end of your billing cycle. You will receive a confirmation email within a few minutes of canceling. After your final billing date passes, you lose access when ready.