How to sign out of YouTube on your TV
To sign out of YouTube on your TV, go to your account icon in the top right corner of the YouTube home screen, select it, and choose "Sign out" from the menu that appears. The exact steps vary slightly depending on whether you're using a smart TV app, a streaming device like Roku or Fire Stick, or a game console, but the account menu is always your starting point.
The process takes about 30 seconds and when ready removes your account from that device. After you sign out, YouTube will show the sign-in screen the next time someone opens the app, and they'll need to enter credentials to watch anything.
Key Takeaways
- Find your account icon (usually a circle with your profile picture or initial) in the top right corner of the YouTube home screen.
- Select the account icon and look for a "Sign out" option in the dropdown menu that appears.
- After signing out, the device will return to the YouTube sign-in screen and require login credentials to watch videos.
- If you cannot find the account menu, restart the YouTube app or check your TV's settings to confirm YouTube has permission to access your account.
- Signing out on one device does not affect your YouTube account on phones, computers, or other TVs.
Signing out on Android TV and Google TV
If your TV runs Android TV or Google TV (common on Sony, TCL, and Hisense models), the sign-out process is straightforward. Open YouTube, look for your profile icon in the top right corner of the home screen, and tap it. A menu will drop down showing your account name and other options.
Select "Sign out" from that menu. YouTube will ask you to confirm—select "Sign out" again. The app will return to the sign-in screen, and your account will be removed from the device.
Signing out on Roku, Fire Stick, and other streaming devices
On Roku and Amazon Fire Stick, the YouTube app works the same way. Open YouTube, navigate to your profile icon in the top right, and select it. The menu that appears will include a "Sign out" option.
Select it, confirm when prompted, and you're done. The next person to open YouTube on that device will see the sign-in screen. If you're having trouble finding the profile icon, make sure you're on the YouTube home screen and not inside a video or menu.
Signing out on PlayStation and Xbox
Game consoles that have YouTube installed follow the same pattern. Press the button to open the menu (usually the menu or options button on your controller), find your account icon, and select "Sign out."
On PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, this is typically in the top right corner of the YouTube home screen. Confirm the sign-out when prompted. If you want to remove YouTube access entirely from your console account, you can also do this through your console's account settings, but signing out of the app is usually sufficient.
What to do if you cannot find the sign-out option
If the account menu doesn't appear when you select your profile icon, try restarting the YouTube app. Close it completely (not just minimizing), wait a few seconds, and open it again. Sometimes the menu loads slowly or doesn't display properly the first time.
If restarting doesn't work, check that your TV or device has the latest version of the YouTube app installed. Go to your device's app store (Google Play Store, Roku Channel Store, Amazon Appstore, or your console's equivalent) and look for YouTube. If an update is available, install it and try again.
Signing out remotely from another device
If you cannot access the TV itself, you can sign out of YouTube on that device from your phone or computer. Go to myaccount.google.com, select "Security" from the left menu, scroll down to "Your devices," and select "Manage all devices."
Find the TV or streaming device you want to sign out of, select it, and choose "Sign out." This removes your account from that device without needing to touch the remote. This method works for any device where you're signed into a Google account, including TVs, Roku devices, Fire Sticks, and consoles.
Why you might want to sign out
You may want to sign out of YouTube on your TV if you're selling or giving away the device, if someone else in your household is using it and you want to keep your watch history separate, or if you're concerned about account security. Signing out ensures that the next person to use the device cannot see your recommendations, subscriptions, or watch history.
Keep in mind that signing out on one TV does not affect your YouTube account on your phone, computer, or other devices. Each device maintains its own sign-in status independently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will signing out delete my YouTube account?
No. Signing out only removes your account from that specific TV or device. Your YouTube account, subscriptions, playlists, and watch history remain intact and will be there when you sign back in on any device.
Can I sign out without a remote?
If your remote is lost or broken, you can sign out remotely using the method described above: go to myaccount.google.com on your phone or computer, find the device under "Manage all devices," and select "Sign out." You can also use your phone as a remote if your TV supports Google Cast or has a companion app.
What happens to my watch history after I sign out?
Your watch history is tied to your Google account, not to the device. When you sign out, the TV no longer has access to it, but it remains saved in your account. When you sign back in on any device, your history will be there.
Do I need to sign out if I'm just switching users on the same TV?
If your TV supports multiple user profiles (most Android TVs and smart TVs do), you can switch profiles without signing out. Each profile can have its own YouTube account. Check your TV's settings to see if you can add another user profile instead of signing out completely.
Can someone else sign in after I sign out?
Yes. After you sign out, the YouTube app will show the sign-in screen. Anyone with a Google account can sign in using their own credentials. They will see their own recommendations, subscriptions, and watch history, not yours.