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 process takes about two minutes and when ready disconnects that device from your account.

The fastest way is to visit myaccount.google.com, go to the "Security" section, find "Your devices," and select the device you want to sign out from. Google will end the session right away. You can also revoke access entirely from that page if you no longer want that device to connect to your account at all.

Key Takeaways

  • Visit myaccount.google.com and navigate to Security to see all devices signed into your Google Account.
  • Click on any device listed under "Your devices" and select the option to sign out or remove it from your account.
  • Signing out remotely works when ready — the device will be disconnected from YouTube TV within seconds.
  • If you no longer recognize a device, you can remove it entirely rather than just signing out.
  • You can also change your Google Account password, which will sign out all devices except the one you're currently using.

Step-by-step: Using Google Account Security settings

Open a web browser on any device and go to myaccount.google.com. You'll see your Google Account dashboard with several options on the left side. Click on Security — it's usually the second or third option down.

Scroll down until you see a section called Your devices. This shows every device currently signed into your Google Account. You'll see the device name (like "Samsung TV" or "iPhone"), the device type, and when it last connected. Find the device you want to sign out from and click on it.

A panel will open showing details about that device. Look for a button that says Sign out or Remove. Click it, and Google will when ready end that device's access to your account. The device will be signed out of YouTube TV and any other Google services within a few seconds.

What happens after you sign out remotely

Once you sign out a device remotely, that device will no longer have access to your YouTube TV account. If someone was watching YouTube TV on that device, the stream will stop and they'll see a message asking them to sign in again. The next time they try to use YouTube TV, they'll need to enter your email and password.

The device itself isn't deleted or damaged — it just loses permission to use your account. You can sign back in anytime by entering your credentials again. Remote sign-out is useful if you've left a device at a friend's house, sold an old phone, or want to make sure a shared family TV isn't using your account anymore.

Using password change to sign out all devices at once

If you want to sign out every device at the same time, change your Google Account password. Go to myaccount.google.com, click Security, and find Password near the top of the page. Click it and enter your current password, then create a new one.

When you change your password, Google automatically signs out all devices except the one you're currently using. Every other device will need the new password to sign back in. This is more drastic than signing out one device, but it's the fastest way to disconnect everything if you're concerned about account security.

Signing out from the YouTube TV app itself

If you have access to the device in person, you can also sign out directly from the YouTube TV app. Open YouTube TV, go to your profile icon (usually in the top right or bottom left depending on the device), and look for a Sign out option. On some devices like smart TVs, this might be under Settings instead.

This method is simpler if the device is nearby, but the remote method through Google Account settings works the same way and doesn't require you to navigate the app. Both approaches disconnect the device from your account when ready.

Troubleshooting: Device won't sign out

If you click "Sign out" but the device still shows as active a few minutes later, refresh your browser and check again. Sometimes the page takes a moment to update. If it still appears connected after five minutes, try signing out again — occasionally the first attempt doesn't register.

If a device keeps reappearing even after you sign out, it may be automatically signing back in using saved credentials. In that case, use the Remove option instead of just signing out. This prevents the device from reconnecting automatically. You can also change your Google Account password to force all devices to re-authenticate with the new credentials.

Recognizing devices on your account

When you look at your device list, Google shows the device name, type, and last activity date. A device might be labeled "Chrome on Windows" or "YouTube TV on Samsung Smart TV." If you see a device you don't recognize, that's a sign someone else may have access to your account. Sign that device out when ready and consider changing your password.

You can also click on any device to see more details like the approximate location (based on IP address) and the last time it connected. This helps you figure out whether a device is actually yours — for example, if you see a device in a city you've never visited, it's probably not your phone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sign out a device if I don't know its exact name?

Yes. Google shows the device type and last activity date, so you can identify it that way. If you're unsure, click on the device to see more details like the approximate location and when it last connected. You can also change your password to sign out everything at once if you're not sure which device to target.

Will the person on that device know I signed them out?

They'll notice when their stream stops or when they try to use YouTube TV next and see a sign-in screen. They won't receive a notification from Google, but they'll know something happened because they'll be logged out. If it's a shared family device, let them know ahead of time.

How long does remote sign-out take?

Usually a few seconds to a minute. The device will stop having access to your account almost when ready, though it may take a moment for the app to recognize the change. If the device was actively streaming, the video will stop within seconds.

Can I sign out a device if I forgot my password?

No, you need to sign into your Google Account to access the security settings where you can sign out devices. If you've forgotten your password, use Google's account recovery process first. You'll need to verify your identity using a recovery email or phone number before you can change your password and sign out devices.

What's the difference between signing out and removing a device?

Signing out disconnects the device but allows it to sign back in if someone enters your credentials again. Removing a device also disconnects it and prevents it from automatically signing back in using saved login information. Use "Remove" if you've sold the device or no longer want it to have any access to your account.