Sign in with your Google account on the YouTube TV website or app
YouTube TV uses your Google account to sign 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'll see a sign-in button — tap or click it and enter the email address and password for your Google account.
If you have two-factor authentication turned on for your Google account, you'll need to complete that extra verification step. Google will send a code to your phone or ask you to approve the sign-in from another device you own. This is a security measure and takes less than a minute.
Once you're signed in, YouTube TV remembers you on that device. You won't have to enter your password every time you open the app or visit the website.
Key Takeaways
- YouTube TV sign-in uses your Google account email and password, not a separate YouTube TV username.
- 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 enabled, you'll need to complete that verification when you sign in.
- Most devices will keep you signed in after the first time, so you won't need to enter your password repeatedly.
- If you forget your Google password, use the "Forgot password?" link on the sign-in screen to reset it through Google's account recovery process.
Sign in on a phone or tablet
Open the YouTube TV app from your phone or tablet's app store. If you don't have it installed, search for "YouTube TV" in the Google Play Store (Android) or Apple App Store (iOS) and install it. When you open the app for the first time, you'll see a sign-in screen.
Tap the sign-in button and enter your Google account email. On the next screen, enter your Google password. If you use two-factor authentication, complete that step when prompted. The app will then load your YouTube TV account and show you the live TV guide and your saved shows.
Sign in on a streaming device or smart TV
YouTube TV works on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Google TV, Samsung Smart TV, and other streaming platforms. Open the YouTube TV app on your device — it's usually in your apps menu or available through your device's app store.
When you open the app, you'll see a sign-in code on your screen, usually a six-character code. On a phone or computer, go to youtube.com/tv/signin and enter that code. Then sign in with your Google account email and password on the phone or computer. Your streaming device will automatically sign in and you can start watching.
This two-step process exists because typing a password on a TV remote is slow and awkward. Using your phone or computer to enter the code is much faster.
Sign in on a web browser
Go to youtube.com/tv in any web browser on your computer or laptop. Click the sign-in button in the top right corner. Enter your Google account email address, then your password on the next screen. If you have two-factor authentication, complete that verification.
You can also sign in through YouTube.com itself — if you're already signed into your Google account on YouTube, YouTube TV will recognize you and you can jump straight to the live TV guide.
What to do if you can't sign in
If you see an error message or the sign-in screen won't accept your password, first check that you're using the correct Google account email. YouTube TV is tied to a specific Google account, so if you have multiple Google accounts, make sure you're signing in with the right one.
If you've forgotten your Google password, click "Forgot password?" on the sign-in screen. Google will walk you through account recovery — you'll verify your identity using a recovery email or phone number you set up on your Google account. Once you reset your password, you can sign back into YouTube TV.
If you're still having trouble, clear your browser's cache and cookies, then try signing in again. On the YouTube TV app, try uninstalling and reinstalling it. If the problem continues, contact YouTube TV support through the app or website — there's a help option in the menu.
Manage multiple accounts on one device
If you share a device with family members, each person can have their own YouTube TV account. On phones and tablets, add a new user profile in your device settings, then install the YouTube TV app and sign in with a different Google account.
On a streaming device like Roku or Fire TV, go into the YouTube TV app settings and look for "Switch account" or "Add account." You can then sign in with a different Google account. The device will remember both accounts and let you switch between them without signing out.
On a web browser, you can straightforward sign out and sign in with a different Google account, or use your browser's profile or incognito mode to sign in as a different user at the same time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a YouTube account separate from my Google account to sign into YouTube TV?
No. YouTube TV uses your Google account directly. Your Google account email and password are all you need. You don't create a separate YouTube TV username or password.
What if I don't have a Google account?
You'll need to create one before you can sign into YouTube TV. Go to accounts.google.com and click "Create account." You can use any email address, or create a new Gmail address. The process takes a few minutes and is free.
Can I sign into YouTube TV on multiple devices at the same time?
Yes. You can be signed in on your phone, tablet, computer, and streaming device all at once using the same Google account. YouTube TV allows simultaneous streaming on multiple devices depending on your plan — check your account settings to see how many streams you're allowed at the same time.
What happens if I forget which Google account I used for YouTube TV?
Check your email for a receipt or confirmation from YouTube TV — it will show which email address the account is tied to. If you can't find it, try signing in with your most commonly used Google account. If that doesn't work, you may need to contact YouTube TV support to confirm which account holds your subscription.
Is it safe to sign into YouTube TV on a public or shared computer?
It's safer to use a private device. If you must sign in on a shared computer, use your browser's incognito or private mode so the sign-in isn't saved. Never check the "Keep me signed in" box on a shared device. Sign out completely when you're done.