Sign out of YouTube TV from any device using your account settings

You can sign out of YouTube TV on a device you don't have in front of you by going into your Google Account settings and ending that session remotely. This works whether the device is a phone, tablet, TV, or computer — you don't need physical access to it. The sign-out happens when ready, and the person using that device will be logged out the next time they try to watch.

The fastest way is through your Google Account's "Your devices" page, which shows every device signed into your account and lets you remove any of them in seconds. You can also sign out through YouTube TV's own settings if you remember which device you're signing out of, but the Google Account method works even if you're not sure of the exact model or name.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to myaccount.google.com, select "Security" in the left menu, scroll to "Your devices," and click the device you want to sign out of to end that session when ready.
  • The person using that device will stay logged in until they try to open YouTube TV again or refresh the app, at which point they'll be asked to sign in.
  • You can also sign out through YouTube TV's settings on the specific device if you know which one it is, by going to Settings > Sign out.
  • Signing out remotely does not delete any saved preferences or watch history on that device — it only ends the login session.
  • If you've forgotten your Google password, you'll need to recover your account before you can access the device management page.

Sign out through your Google Account settings

Open a web browser and go to myaccount.google.com. Sign in with the Google Account that's connected to your YouTube TV subscription if you're not already signed in.

On the left side of the page, click Security. Scroll down until you see the section labeled Your devices. This section shows every phone, tablet, computer, and streaming device that's currently signed into your Google Account.

Find the device you want to sign out of in the list. Click on it to open its details. At the bottom of the device information, click Sign out or Remove. The session ends when ready, and that device is no longer signed into your Google Account.

What happens after you sign out remotely

The device itself doesn't shut down or restart. The person using it can keep watching YouTube TV until they close the app or refresh the page. The next time they try to open YouTube TV or load a new video, they'll see a sign-in screen asking for a username and password.

All of their saved preferences, watch history, and custom lists stay on the device — signing out only ends the login session, not the data. If they sign back in with the same account, everything will be there.

Sign out through YouTube TV settings on the device

If you have access to the device or can walk someone through the steps, you can also sign out directly from YouTube TV. On the device, open the YouTube TV app or website and go to Settings (usually a gear icon or menu option in the upper right or left).

Look for an option that says Sign out, Logout, or Account. Click it, and the app will sign out when ready. This method works the same way as signing out remotely through Google Account settings, but it requires you to be able to navigate the YouTube TV interface on that specific device.

Signing out on a TV or streaming device

Signing out of YouTube TV on a smart TV, Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, or Chromecast works the same way as other devices, but the steps look slightly different because you're using a remote instead of a mouse or touchscreen.

Open YouTube TV on the device. Use the remote to navigate to Settings (usually found by pressing a menu button or scrolling to the top of the screen). Scroll to Sign out or Account and press select. The TV will sign out, and the next person who tries to watch will see a sign-in screen.

If you can't reach the TV or don't have the remote, use the Google Account method instead — go to myaccount.google.com, find the TV in your devices list, and sign out from there. It works exactly the same way.

Troubleshooting: Device doesn't appear in your devices list

If a device isn't showing up in your "Your devices" list on myaccount.google.com, it may have already been signed out, or it may not be connected to the internet. Devices only appear in the list when they're actively signed in and have internet access.

Try signing in to that device again and waiting a few minutes for it to appear in the list. If it's a TV or streaming device, make sure it's powered on and connected to your Wi-Fi network. Once it shows up, you can sign it out remotely using the steps above.

If you believe someone else has signed into your YouTube TV account on a device you don't recognize, change your Google Account password when ready. This will sign out all devices except the one you're currently using, and anyone trying to sign in with the old password will be blocked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the person using the device know I signed them out?

They won't know when ready, but they'll see a sign-in screen the next time they try to watch. If they're actively watching when you sign out, they can keep watching until they close the app or refresh the page. After that, they'll need to sign in again.

Can I sign out just YouTube TV without signing out of the whole Google Account?

If you use the device-specific method (going to YouTube TV Settings and clicking Sign out), you only sign out of YouTube TV. If you use the Google Account method (myaccount.google.com), you sign out of all Google services on that device, including Gmail, Google Drive, and YouTube. Choose the method that fits your situation.

What if I forgot which device is which?

On myaccount.google.com under "Your devices," each device shows its type (phone, tablet, TV), the last time it was used, and sometimes the location. This information usually helps you identify which one you're looking for. If you're still unsure, you can sign out of all devices by changing your Google Account password.

Does signing out delete my watch history or saved shows?

No. Signing out only ends the login session. Your watch history, saved shows, and all preferences stay on the device and in your account. When you or someone else signs back in, everything will be there.

Can I sign out a device if I don't remember my password?

You'll need to recover your Google Account password first before you can access myaccount.google.com. Go to accounts.google.com/signin/recovery and follow the steps to reset your password. Once you've regained access to your account, you can sign out any device.