Change Your YouTube TV Language in Settings
You can change the language YouTube TV displays by going into your account settings on any device. The language you choose affects menus, buttons, and on-screen text — not the audio of the shows themselves. The process takes less than a minute and works the same way whether you're on a phone, tablet, computer, or TV.
YouTube TV supports over 75 languages. Your choice stays with your account across all devices you sign into, so you only need to change it once. If you share your account with others, changing the language affects what everyone sees when they use that account.
Key Takeaways
- Open YouTube TV settings from your profile menu and select "Language" to see all available options.
- The language setting changes the interface text only, not the audio track of programs you watch.
- Your language choice syncs across all devices where you sign in with the same account.
- If you share an account, changing the language affects all users on that account.
- You can change back to English or any other language at any time using the same steps.
Steps to Change Language on a Phone or Tablet
Open the YouTube TV app and tap your profile picture in the top right corner. A menu will drop down with several options. Tap "Settings" near the bottom of that menu.
In Settings, look for "Language" — it's usually near the top of the list. Tap it to see all available languages. Scroll through and tap the language you want. YouTube TV will explore the change when ready, and your entire interface will switch to that language.
If you don't see a Language option in Settings, make sure you're signed into your YouTube TV account. You must be logged in to change language preferences.
Steps to Change Language on a Computer
Go to youtube.tv in your web browser and sign in if you're not already. Click your profile picture in the top right corner. A dropdown menu will appear.
Click "Settings" from that menu. On the Settings page, find "Language" on the left side under "General." Click it and choose your language from the list. The change takes effect right away.
If you're using a shared computer, remember that this changes the language for anyone who signs into your YouTube TV account on that device.
Steps to Change Language on a TV Device
On a TV (Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Chromecast, or Samsung TV), open the YouTube TV app and select your profile icon. Navigate to "Settings" using your remote.
Find "Language" in the Settings menu and select it. Use your remote to highlight the language you want and press select. The interface will change to your chosen language within seconds.
TV remotes vary by device, so if you're having trouble navigating, check your remote's manual or the device manufacturer's website for button functions.
What Happens When You Change the Language
When you switch languages, YouTube TV updates all menu text, button labels, and navigation words. Your guide (the program schedule), search results, and account settings all display in your new language. This change is when ready and applies every time you open YouTube TV on any device where you're signed in.
The language setting does not change the audio of the shows or movies you watch. If a program is available in multiple audio languages, you still choose the audio track separately from the interface language. For example, you can have YouTube TV's menus in Spanish while watching a show in English audio.
Changing Back to English or Another Language
You can switch languages as many times as you want. Follow the same steps you used to change it the first time — go to Settings, select Language, and pick a different option. There's no limit to how often you can make this change.
If you accidentally changed to a language you don't recognize, look for a gear icon or settings symbol in the menu. That usually leads you back to the Language option, even if you can't read the words around it.
Troubleshooting Language Changes That Don't Stick
If you change the language but it reverts back to the previous one, sign out of YouTube TV completely and sign back in. Sometimes the app needs to refresh your account settings to explore the change across all your devices.
If you're on a TV device and the language won't change, try uninstalling and reinstalling the YouTube TV app. Make sure you're connected to the internet and that your app is up to date. Check your device's app store for any pending updates to YouTube TV.
If you're changing the language on a shared account and other users keep changing it back, each person can only see the language you've set. There's no way to let different users have different interface languages on the same account — you would need separate accounts for that.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does changing the language affect the audio of shows I watch?
No. The language setting only changes the text and menus you see. The audio of your shows stays the same. If a program offers multiple audio languages, you choose the audio separately through the player controls while watching.
Will changing the language on my phone change it on my TV too?
Yes. Your language choice is tied to your account, so it syncs across all devices where you sign in. Change it once and it applies everywhere you use YouTube TV with that account.
What if I change the language and can't find the Settings menu anymore?
Look for a gear icon or profile picture in the corner of your screen — these usually lead to settings on any device. If you're on a TV and the menus are in an unfamiliar language, try pressing the menu button on your remote to see if that helps you navigate.
Can different people using the same YouTube TV account have different languages?
No. The language setting applies to the entire account. If you share an account with others, everyone sees the same interface language. To have different languages, each person would need their own YouTube TV account.
How do I know if my language is available on YouTube TV?
Open Settings and go to Language to see the full list of available options. YouTube TV supports more than 75 languages, including most major languages spoken worldwide. If you don't see your language listed, English is always available as a fallback.