Sign out by going to your account settings
To sign out of YouTube on your TV, open the YouTube app and navigate to your account icon in the top right corner of the screen. Select it, then scroll down to find "Sign out" at the bottom of the menu. Highlight it and press select on your remote to complete the sign-out.
The exact location of the account menu varies slightly depending on your TV model and the YouTube app version, but the account icon—usually a circle with your profile picture or initials—is always in the upper right. If you don't see it when ready, use your remote's arrow buttons to navigate to the top of the screen.
After you select "Sign out," YouTube will return you to the home screen without an account logged in. Any recommendations, watch history, and saved playlists tied to that account will no longer appear until you sign back in with the same credentials.
Key Takeaways
- The sign-out option is located in your account menu, accessed through the profile icon in the top right corner of the YouTube app.
- You navigate using your TV remote's arrow buttons and select the "Sign out" option to complete the process.
- After signing out, your watch history and personalized recommendations disappear until you sign in again.
- If you share your TV with others, signing out prevents them from seeing your account activity and recommendations.
- Some TV models may require you to restart the YouTube app after signing out for the change to take full effect.
Why you might need to sign out
You may want to sign out if you share your TV with family members or roommates and want to keep your watch history and recommendations private. Signing out also prevents others from accidentally playing content on your account or adding videos to your playlists.
Another reason to sign out is if you're selling or giving away your TV. Removing your account ensures the new owner starts with a fresh YouTube experience and cannot access your personal viewing data or subscriptions.
What happens after you sign out
Once you sign out, YouTube returns to its default home screen with generic recommendations instead of personalized ones based on your viewing history. You will not see your subscriptions, watch history, or saved playlists until you sign back in.
If multiple people use the same TV, each person can sign in with their own account to get their own personalized experience. YouTube remembers each account separately, so switching between users is straightforward—just sign in with a different email and password.
Signing back in after you sign out
To sign back in, open the YouTube app and look for a "Sign in" button, usually located where the account icon was before. Select it and you'll see a code appear on your TV screen along with instructions to visit youtube.com/tv/signin on a phone or computer.
On your phone or computer, go to youtube.com/tv/signin and enter the code shown on your TV. Then sign in with your email and password. Once you complete this on your phone, your TV will automatically sign in to that account within a few seconds.
This two-step process exists for security reasons—it prevents someone from guessing your password directly on the TV remote, which would be difficult with a physical keyboard.
Troubleshooting if sign out isn't working
If you don't see the "Sign out" option in your account menu, try scrolling down further—the menu may extend beyond what's visible on your screen. Use the down arrow on your remote to see additional options.
If the app freezes or doesn't respond when you select "Sign out," try closing the YouTube app completely and reopening it. On most TVs, you can do this by pressing the home button on your remote, then selecting the YouTube app again from your apps list.
If you still cannot sign out, restart your TV entirely by unplugging it for 30 seconds, then plugging it back in. This clears temporary glitches that sometimes prevent menu options from working properly. Once the TV restarts, open YouTube again and try signing out through the account menu.
Signing out on different TV platforms
The sign-out process is nearly identical across most TV types—Roku, Fire Stick, Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, and others all use the same YouTube app interface. The account icon is always in the top right, and "Sign out" is always at the bottom of the account menu.
The only difference you might notice is how your remote works. Some remotes have a dedicated menu button, while others require you to press a home or apps button first. Consult your TV's remote guide if you're unsure how to navigate to the top of the screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will signing out delete my YouTube account?
No. Signing out only removes your account from that specific TV. Your account, subscriptions, and watch history remain intact on YouTube's servers. You can sign back in anytime with the same email and password.
Can I sign out of YouTube without using the remote?
No, you must use your TV remote to navigate the YouTube app and select the sign-out option. There is no voice command or alternative method to sign out on most TV platforms.
What if I forget my password after signing out?
Visit youtube.com or accounts.google.com on a phone or computer and use the "Forgot password?" option to reset it. Once you've reset your password, you can sign back into YouTube on your TV using the new password.
Does signing out remove YouTube from my TV?
No. Signing out only removes your account from the app. The YouTube app itself remains installed on your TV and ready to use. You or anyone else can sign in with a different account whenever you want.
How long does it take to sign out?
Signing out takes just a few seconds. Once you select "Sign out" from the menu, YouTube when ready returns to the home screen without your account. The process is when ready on most TVs.