Change Your Password in Account Settings

To change your YouTube TV password, sign into your Google Account from any web browser, go to myaccount.google.com, and select Security from the left menu. Click Password under the "How you sign in to Google" section, enter your current password, then type your new password twice and click Change Password. Your YouTube TV password is the same as your Google Account password — there is no separate YouTube TV login.

The change takes effect when ready across all your devices. You will be signed out of YouTube TV on all devices except the one you are currently using. When you return to YouTube TV on another phone, tablet, or streaming device, you will need to sign in again with your new password.

If you do not remember your current password, click Forgot password? on the Google sign-in page instead of going to account settings. Google will send a recovery code to your email or phone number on file, and you can set a new password without entering the old one.

Key Takeaways

  • YouTube TV uses your Google Account password, so changing one changes the other — there is no separate YouTube TV password to update.
  • Go to myaccount.google.com, click Security, then Password to change it from any browser.
  • You will be signed out of YouTube TV on all devices except the one you are using, and will need to sign back in with your new password.
  • If you forget your current password, use the "Forgot password?" link on the Google sign-in page to reset it by email or phone.

What Happens on Your Devices After You Change Your Password

When you change your Google Account password, YouTube TV automatically signs you out on all devices except the one where you made the change. This is a security measure to prevent unauthorized access if someone else has been using your account.

On phones and tablets, the YouTube TV app will show a sign-in screen the next time you open it. On streaming devices like Roku, Apple TV, or Google TV, you may see a message asking you to sign in again. straightforward enter your email address and new password to reconnect. The process usually takes less than a minute.

If you have multiple people in your household using YouTube TV on different devices, each person will need to sign in again with their own Google Account credentials. This does not affect their personal watch history or saved shows — those remain tied to their account.

Changing Your Password on a Streaming Device

You cannot change your password directly on a streaming device like Roku, Fire TV, or Apple TV. You must use a web browser on a computer, phone, or tablet to make the change at myaccount.google.com. However, you can sign out of YouTube TV on a streaming device and sign back in with a new password once you have changed it.

To sign out on a streaming device, open YouTube TV, go to your profile icon in the top right corner, select Settings, then choose Sign out. The next time you open YouTube TV on that device, you will be prompted to sign in. Use your email address and your new password.

Recovering Access If You Cannot Sign In

If you cannot remember your password or are locked out of your account, go to the Google sign-in page and click Forgot password? Google will ask you to enter the last password you remember, or skip that step if you cannot recall it. You will then be asked to verify your identity using a recovery email address or phone number associated with your account.

Google will send a verification code to your email or phone. Enter that code on the recovery page, and you will be able to set a new password. Once you have done that, you can sign back into YouTube TV on any device using your email address and the new password.

If you no longer have access to the recovery email or phone number on your account, the recovery process takes longer. Google may ask you security questions or request additional information to confirm you own the account. This can take several hours or a few days depending on how much information you can provide.

Using a Strong Password to Protect Your Account

When you create a new password, make it at least 12 characters long and include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Avoid using words from the dictionary, your name, or information that is publicly available about you. A strong password makes it much harder for someone to guess or crack your account.

Do not reuse passwords across different websites and services. If one site is breached, a password you have used elsewhere puts all your accounts at risk. Consider using a password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the password manager built into your browser to store unique passwords securely.

If you suspect someone else has accessed your YouTube TV account, change your password right away and review your account activity. In Google Account settings, you can see which devices are signed in and remove any that you do not recognize.

Signing Out of YouTube TV Without Changing Your Password

If you want to sign out of YouTube TV on a specific device but do not want to change your password, you can do that from the device itself. Open YouTube TV, tap your profile icon, go to Settings, and select Sign out. This removes YouTube TV from that device only and does not affect your password or other devices.

This is useful if you are leaving a device behind, lending it to someone, or straightforward want to stop using YouTube TV on that particular phone or streaming device. The next person to use that device will need their own Google Account to sign into YouTube TV.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a different password for YouTube TV than for my Google Account?

No. YouTube TV uses your Google Account password. There is no separate YouTube TV password. When you change your Google Account password, your YouTube TV password changes automatically.

Will changing my password affect my YouTube videos or Gmail?

Yes, because YouTube TV, YouTube, Gmail, and all other Google services use the same password. Changing your Google Account password changes your access to all of them. You will be signed out of all Google services on all devices except the one you are using.

How long does it take for the password change to take effect?

The change is when ready. You can sign into YouTube TV with your new password right away on any device. Devices you were already signed into will be signed out within a few minutes.

Can I change my password on the YouTube TV app?

No. You must change your password through your Google Account at myaccount.google.com using a web browser. The YouTube TV app does not have a password change option.

What should I do if I forgot my password and do not have access to my recovery email?

Go to the Google sign-in page, click Forgot password?, and follow the recovery steps. If you cannot access your recovery email, Google will ask security questions or request other information to verify you own the account. This process can take several hours or longer depending on what information you can provide.