Change Your YouTube TV Package in the Account Settings Menu

You can change your YouTube TV package directly from your account settings on any device with internet access. The process takes about two minutes and takes effect when ready — you will see the new channels and features the next time you open the app or website.

Sign in to your YouTube TV account, go to Settings (the gear icon in the top right), then select Membership. You will see your current package listed with a blue button labeled Change membership. Click or tap that button to see all available packages for your location.

Select the package you want, review the price and channel list, then confirm the change. If you are downgrading, YouTube TV will tell you which channels you will lose access to. If you are upgrading, the new channels appear in your library when ready.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your package anytime through Settings > Membership > Change membership on any device where you are signed in.
  • Package changes take effect when ready, and you will see the new price on your next billing date.
  • Downgrading removes channels from your library, but your recordings and saved shows remain in your account if you upgrade again later.
  • If you have a promotional rate, changing your package may end the promotion and move you to the standard price for that package.
  • Family members with their own profiles can each have different add-ons, but everyone shares the same base package.

What Happens to Your Recordings When You Downgrade

When you downgrade to a package with fewer channels, you keep all your existing recordings and saved shows — they do not disappear. However, you will not be able to watch them until you upgrade back to a package that includes that channel.

For example, if you record a show on HBO and then downgrade to a package without HBO, that recording stays in your library but remains unwatchable. If you upgrade again later, the recording becomes available to watch when ready. This means you can safely downgrade without losing your content permanently.

Promotional Rates and Package Changes

If you signed up with a promotional price — such as a discounted first three months — changing your package may end that promotion. YouTube TV will show you the promotional price before you confirm the change, so you will know the exact cost before it happens.

Some promotions are tied to keeping the same package for a set period. If your promotion has restrictions, YouTube TV displays them in the Settings menu. If you are unsure whether a change will affect your rate, contact YouTube TV support through the Help & feedback option in Settings before making the change.

Adding and Removing Add-On Channels

Add-on packages like Max, Paramount+, and Showtime are separate from your base package and can be added or removed independently. Go to Settings > Membership and scroll to the Add-ons section to see what is available in your area.

Click Add next to any add-on to subscribe, or click Remove to cancel one. Add-ons are billed separately and can be paused or resumed anytime. If you remove an add-on, you lose access to its content when ready, but you can add it back later without penalty.

Changing Your Package on Different Devices

You can change your package from a phone, tablet, computer, or smart TV, but the steps differ slightly depending on the device. On a phone or tablet, open the YouTube TV app, tap your profile picture, go to Settings, then Membership. On a computer, sign in at tv.youtube.com, click the Settings gear, and select Membership.

On a smart TV, the process is slower because you navigate with a remote. Open the app, go to Settings using your remote, find Membership, and select Change membership. The change applies to your entire account across all devices, so you only need to do it once.

Billing and Effective Dates for Package Changes

Package changes take effect when ready for viewing purposes — you can watch new channels right away. However, the price change appears on your next billing date, not when ready. If you upgrade mid-month, you will not be charged extra until your next regular billing cycle.

If you downgrade, the lower price starts on your next billing date. YouTube TV does not prorate charges or issue refunds for the current billing period. For example, if you upgrade on the 15th and your billing date is the 1st of each month, you will pay the old price until the 1st of next month, then the new price going forward.

Troubleshooting Package Change Problems

If the Change membership button does not appear, you may be signed in with a family account that does not have permission to change the package. Only the account owner or a manager can change the package. Ask the account owner to make the change, or ask them to give you manager permissions in the Family settings.

If you see an error message when trying to confirm the change, try signing out and signing back in, or use a different device. Clear your browser cache if you are using a computer. If the problem continues, use the Help & feedback option in Settings to contact YouTube TV support — they can change your package for you if the website or app is not working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my package multiple times in one month?

Yes, you can change your package as many times as you want. Each change takes effect when ready for viewing, but the price change applies on your next billing date. If you upgrade and downgrade in the same billing period, you will only be charged once on your next billing date at the final package level.

What happens if I downgrade and then upgrade again?

Your recordings and saved shows remain in your account the entire time. When you upgrade back to a package that includes a channel, all your recordings from that channel become watchable again when ready. There is no penalty for upgrading and downgrading.

Do all family members see the same channels?

Yes, everyone on the family account shares the same base package and channels. However, each family member can have their own add-ons. For example, one person can subscribe to Max while another subscribes to Paramount+ without affecting the rest of the family.

Will changing my package cancel my promotional rate?

It depends on the terms of your promotion. YouTube TV shows you whether a change will affect your rate before you confirm it. If your promotion has restrictions, they appear in the Settings menu. Contact support through Help & feedback if you are unsure.

Can I change my package if I have an unpaid bill?

No, you must resolve any unpaid balance before changing your package. Update your payment method or pay the outstanding amount through Settings > Billing. Once the payment is processed, you can change your package.