Disconnect Your YouTube Account in Three Steps

To disconnect your YouTube account from your TV, go to Settings on your TV, find Apps or Applications, select YouTube, then choose Sign out, Remove account, or Clear data—the exact wording depends on your TV brand and operating system. On most TVs this takes under two minutes. If you cannot find these options, your TV model may require you to uninstall and reinstall the YouTube app instead.

The method changes slightly depending on whether your TV runs Android TV, Google TV, Samsung Tizen, LG WebOS, or another system. The steps below cover the most common TV platforms. If your TV is older or uses a streaming device like Roku or Apple TV, the process is similar but the menu names differ.

Key Takeaways

  • Most TVs let you sign out through Settings > Apps > YouTube > Sign out or Remove account, which takes two to three minutes.
  • Android TV and Google TV use nearly identical menus, while Samsung, LG, and Roku each have their own app management screens.
  • Signing out removes your account but leaves the YouTube app on your TV; uninstalling removes the app entirely if you do not plan to use it again.
  • If you forget which account is signed in, check your TV's Settings menu under Accounts or Users to see all linked profiles.
  • After disconnecting, anyone else using that TV will not see your watch history, recommendations, or saved playlists.

Disconnect on Android TV or Google TV

Android TV and Google TV are the most common smart TV operating systems. To sign out on either one, pick up your remote and press the Home button to reach the main screen. Scroll down to Settings (usually a gear icon at the bottom right), then open it.

Inside Settings, scroll down and select Apps or Applications. Find YouTube in the list—you may need to scroll to locate it. Tap YouTube to open its app details page. Look for a button labeled Sign out, Remove account, or Manage account. Select it, then confirm when the TV asks if you are sure. The account will disconnect when ready.

If you do not see a sign-out option, try selecting Clear data or Clear cache instead. This removes your login information and forces you to sign in again the next time you open YouTube. Some older Android TV models use this method instead of a dedicated sign-out button.

Disconnect on Samsung TV (Tizen)

Samsung TVs use an operating system called Tizen. Press the Home button on your Samsung remote to reach the main menu. Scroll right to find Settings, then select it. Look for Apps or Applications in the Settings menu.

Scroll through the app list until you find YouTube. Select it, then look for More options (three dots) or a menu button. Choose Manage storage or Delete. If you see Sign out, select that instead—it removes your account without deleting the app. Confirm your choice when prompted.

On some Samsung models, you may need to go to Settings > Users and accounts > YouTube instead. If that path exists on your TV, select YouTube, then choose Remove account.

Disconnect on LG TV (WebOS)

LG TVs run WebOS. Press the Home button on your LG remote. Scroll to Settings (a gear icon), then select it. Find Apps or process Manager in the Settings menu.

Locate YouTube in the app list. Select it to open the app details. Choose More options (three vertical dots) or Manage storage. If a Sign out option appears, select it. Otherwise, choose Clear data to remove your login information. Confirm when the TV asks for confirmation.

Disconnect on Roku, Fire TV, or Apple TV

Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV are streaming devices that connect to your TV rather than built-in smart TV systems. The disconnect process is slightly different on each.

On Roku: Press the Home button on your Roku remote. Scroll up to Settings, then select it. Choose Apps, then Manage installed apps. Find YouTube and select it. Choose Remove channel to uninstall the app, or look for Sign out if that option appears. Confirm your choice.

On Fire TV: Press the Home button on your Fire TV remote. Scroll down to Settings, then select it. Choose Applications, then Manage installed applications. Find YouTube and select it. Choose Uninstall or look for a sign-out option. Confirm when prompted.

On Apple TV: Press the Home button on your Apple TV remote to reach the main screen. Scroll to Settings, then select it. Choose Apps, then YouTube. Select Remove app to uninstall it. If you want to keep the app but sign out, go to Settings > Users and Accounts instead, select your account, and look for YouTube to remove it from that profile.

What Happens After You Disconnect

Once you sign out, your YouTube account is no longer linked to that TV. The next time someone opens YouTube on that TV, they will see a blank home screen with no watch history, recommendations, or saved playlists. They can sign in with their own account if they want to use YouTube.

Signing out does not delete the YouTube app from your TV—it only removes your account information. If you want to remove the app entirely, look for an Uninstall button instead of Sign out. You can always reinstall YouTube later from your TV's app store if you change your mind.

If you are selling or giving away your TV, signing out is an important privacy step. It prevents the new owner from seeing your watch history or accessing any saved information. For extra security, also clear the TV's cache and cookies through Settings > Storage or Settings > Privacy.

Troubleshooting: Cannot Find the Sign-Out Option

Some older TV models or less common brands do not have a dedicated sign-out button in the YouTube app. If you cannot find Sign out or Remove account, try these alternatives.

First, look for Clear data, Clear cache, or Reset app in the app details screen. Selecting any of these will remove your login information and force you to sign in again next time. Second, uninstall the YouTube app entirely by selecting Uninstall or Remove app, then reinstall it fresh from your TV's app store. This is the most reliable way to disconnect if other options do not work.

If your TV does not have an app management menu at all, check whether it uses a separate remote control app on your phone. Some very old smart TVs require you to manage apps through a companion smartphone app instead of the TV's own menu. Check your TV's manual or the manufacturer's website if you are unsure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will disconnecting my YouTube account delete my watch history?

No. Your watch history stays on your YouTube account and will reappear if you sign back in on any device. Disconnecting only removes your account from that specific TV. The watch history remains safe in your YouTube account online.

Can I disconnect one account and sign in with a different one?

Yes. After you sign out, open YouTube again and select Sign in. Enter the email and password for the account you want to use. You can switch between accounts this way as many times as you want.

What if I do not remember which email is signed in?

Open YouTube on your TV and look at the profile icon (usually in the top right corner). Tap it to see which email address is currently signed in. If you still cannot find it, go to Settings > Accounts or Settings > Users to see all linked profiles on your TV.

Does signing out stop YouTube from tracking my TV activity?

Signing out stops YouTube from linking your watch history to your account. However, YouTube may still collect some data about what is watched on that TV. If you want to limit tracking further, check your TV's privacy settings or disable data collection in the YouTube app settings before signing out.

Can I disconnect my account from multiple TVs at once?

No. You must disconnect from each TV individually by going through the sign-out process on that TV. If you want to sign out of your account on all devices at once, you can change your YouTube password from a computer or phone, which will force all devices to sign out automatically.