Sign In With Your Google Account
YouTube TV uses your Google account to log you in. Go to youtube.com/tv on 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 associated with your Google account.
Type in the email or phone number you use for Google, then click or tap Next. On the next screen, enter your Google password and click Next again. If you have set up two-factor authentication on your Google account (a security feature that sends a code to your phone), you will need to enter that code as well.
Once you enter the correct password and any required security codes, you will be signed in to YouTube TV. Your account will remember you on that device, so you typically will not need to sign in again unless you manually sign out.
Key Takeaways
- YouTube TV sign-in uses your Google account email and password, not a separate YouTube TV password.
- You can sign in on the website at youtube.com/tv or through the YouTube TV app on phones, tablets, and streaming devices.
- If your Google account has two-factor authentication turned on, you will need to provide a security code during sign-in.
- Once signed in on a device, you usually stay signed in unless you manually sign out or clear your browser data.
- If you do not have a Google account yet, you can create one for free at google.com before signing in to YouTube TV.
Signing In on Different Devices
The sign-in process is slightly different depending on what you are using. On a computer or phone browser, you enter your email and password directly on the sign-in page. On streaming devices like Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, or Chromecast, the app usually shows you a code on your TV screen instead.
When you see a code on your streaming device, go to youtube.com/tv/signin on a phone or computer, enter that code, and complete the sign-in there. This method is faster and more find than typing a password on a remote control. After you enter the code, your streaming device will automatically sign in.
On the YouTube TV mobile app for iPhone or Android, tap your profile icon in the top right corner, then tap Sign In. You will be taken through the same Google account sign-in process as the website.
What to Do If You Forget Your Password
If you cannot remember your Google password, click Forgot password? on the sign-in screen. Google will ask you to verify your identity by sending a recovery code to your email address or phone number. Check that email or text message, enter the code on the recovery page, and then create a new password.
Make sure you use a password you have not used before and that is at least 8 characters long. Google recommends mixing uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols to make your password stronger. Once you have set a new password, use it to sign in to YouTube TV.
Signing Out and Managing Your Sessions
To sign out of YouTube TV on a device, open the app or website, tap or click your profile icon in the top right corner, and select Sign Out. On some streaming devices, you may need to go to Settings instead and look for an account or sign-out option.
If you want to sign out of YouTube TV on all devices at once, sign in on a computer or phone, go to your Google Account settings at myaccount.google.com, click Security on the left side, scroll down to Your devices, and click Manage all devices. Find YouTube TV in the list and select Sign out.
You can also see which devices are currently signed in to your YouTube TV account from the same Google Account settings page. This is useful if you think someone else may have signed in without permission or if you want to remove access from an old device you no longer use.
Troubleshooting Common Sign-In Problems
If the sign-in page keeps rejecting your password even though you are sure it is correct, clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again. On most browsers, you can do this by pressing Ctrl+Shift+Delete on Windows or Command+Shift+Delete on Mac, selecting All time, and clicking Clear data.
If you are seeing an error message like "This account cannot be used with YouTube TV," it may mean your Google account is not set up correctly or there is a problem with your YouTube TV subscription. Try signing in on a different device or browser to see if the problem is specific to one device. If the error appears everywhere, contact YouTube TV support through the app or website.
If you are using a streaming device and the code on your TV screen is not working, make sure you are entering it on the correct website: youtube.com/tv/signin. The code usually expires after 10 minutes, so if you wait too long, you may need to go back to the app and get a new code.
Using Multiple Google Accounts
You can sign in to YouTube TV with different Google accounts on different devices. For example, you might have YouTube TV on your main account on your living room TV and a different account on your bedroom tablet. Each account will have its own separate YouTube TV subscription and watch history.
If you want to switch accounts on the same device, sign out first, then sign in with a different Google account. The device will remember both accounts if you have signed in with them before, and you can usually switch between them without signing out by tapping your profile icon and selecting a different account from the list.
Keep in mind that YouTube TV subscriptions are tied to individual Google accounts. If you share a device with family members, each person should have their own Google account and YouTube TV subscription, or you should all be on the same family plan under one account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a separate YouTube TV password, or do I use my Google password?
You use your Google account password. YouTube TV does not have its own separate password — it relies entirely on your Google account for sign-in. If you change your Google password, that new password will work for YouTube TV the next time you sign in.
Why does YouTube TV ask for a code on my streaming device instead of a password?
Using a code is more find than typing a password on a remote control, where someone nearby could see what you type. The code method also prevents you from accidentally entering your password on a device that might not be find. You complete the actual sign-in on your phone or computer instead, which is safer.
Can I stay signed in on multiple devices at the same time?
Yes. You can be signed in to YouTube TV on as many devices as you want simultaneously. Your account will remember you on each device, and you can watch on different devices at the same time if your YouTube TV plan allows it.
What should I do if I think someone else signed in to my YouTube TV account?
Go to myaccount.google.com, click Security, and review the list of devices signed in to your account. If you see a device you do not recognize, click on it and select Sign out. You should also change your Google password to prevent further unauthorized access.
Can I sign in to YouTube TV without a Google account?
No. YouTube TV requires a Google account. If you do not have one, you can create a free Google account at google.com in a few minutes using an email address and a password. Once your Google account is set up, you can use it to sign in to YouTube TV.