Remove a Device from YouTube TV in Settings
To remove a device from your YouTube TV account, sign in on that device, go to Settings, select your account, and choose to remove it. The exact steps depend on whether you're using a phone, tablet, computer, or streaming device, but the principle is the same: YouTube TV lets you manage which devices can access your account from within the app or website itself.
Start by opening YouTube TV on the device you want to remove. If you can't access the app, you can also remove devices from any other device where you're signed in, or from a web browser at tv.youtube.com. The fastest method is usually to do it directly on the device you're removing, since you won't need to hunt for it in a list.
Once you're signed in, look for the profile icon or menu button—this is usually in the top right corner on phones and computers, or in the main menu on streaming devices like Roku or Apple TV. Tap or click Settings, then select your account name or "Account settings." You should see an option that says "Remove this device," "Sign out," or "Remove device." Select it, and YouTube TV will ask you to confirm. That device will lose access to your account when ready.
Key Takeaways
- You can remove a device by signing in on that device, going to Settings, and selecting the remove or sign-out option for your account.
- If you can't access a device physically, you can remove it from any other signed-in device or from tv.youtube.com by finding it in your account settings.
- Removing a device is when ready—that device will no longer be able to stream YouTube TV, and you don't need to contact support.
- YouTube TV allows multiple devices to stream at once depending on your plan, so removing one device frees up a slot for another.
Remove a Device You Don't Have Access To
If you want to remove a device but don't have it in front of you—for example, an old phone you sold or a tablet at someone else's house—you can remove it from any other device where you're signed in. Open YouTube TV on a phone, tablet, computer, or streaming device that you do have access to, go to Settings, and look for an option like "Manage devices," "Connected devices," or "Account settings."
You should see a list of all devices currently signed into your YouTube TV account. Find the device you want to remove from the list, and select it. You'll see an option to remove it, sign it out, or disconnect it. Confirm the action, and that device will be removed when ready. You won't need a code or password from the other device—YouTube TV removes it on your end.
This method works the same way on a web browser. Go to tv.youtube.com, sign in, click your profile icon in the top right, select Settings, and look for device management options. The exact wording varies, but YouTube TV always shows you a list of active devices tied to your account.
Where to Find Device Management on Different Platforms
The path to remove a device changes slightly depending on what you're using. On a smartphone or tablet running the YouTube TV app, tap the profile icon at the top right, then Settings, then your account name. On a computer or web browser, sign in at tv.youtube.com, click your profile icon in the top right corner, and select Settings.
On streaming devices like Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or Google TV, the menu button is usually on the remote or in the app's main menu. Navigate to Settings or Account, then look for options related to your account or device management. The wording differs by device, but the function is the same.
| Device Type | Where to Find Settings |
|---|---|
| iPhone or iPad | Profile icon (top right) → Settings → Account |
| Android phone or tablet | Profile icon (top right) → Settings → Account |
| Computer or web browser | tv.youtube.com → Profile icon (top right) → Settings |
| Roku | Menu → Settings → Account |
| Fire TV | Menu → Settings → Account |
| Apple TV | Settings → Accounts → YouTube TV |
| Google TV or Android TV | Settings → Apps → YouTube TV → Account |
Why You Might Need to Remove a Device
YouTube TV limits how many devices can stream at the same time based on your plan. Most plans allow two or three simultaneous streams. If you've reached that limit and want to watch on a new device, you'll need to remove an old one first. Removing a device frees up one of those streaming slots.
You might also remove a device for security reasons—if you've sold a phone, given away a tablet, or moved away from a shared TV, removing it prevents anyone else from using your account. Once removed, that device will ask for your password the next time someone tries to open YouTube TV on it.
Another reason to remove devices is to clean up your account. Over time, you may accumulate old devices you no longer use. Removing them makes your account easier to manage and reduces the number of places your login information is stored.
What Happens After You Remove a Device
Once you remove a device, it will no longer have access to YouTube TV. If someone tries to open the app on that device, they'll see a message saying the account is no longer signed in, and they'll be prompted to enter a password. The device itself is not affected—you can still use it for other apps and functions.
If you change your mind, you can sign back into YouTube TV on that device anytime using your email and password. Removing a device does not cancel your YouTube TV subscription or affect your account in any other way. You can also re-add the same device later if needed.
The removal takes effect when ready. You don't need to wait for a confirmation email or restart the device. If someone is actively watching YouTube TV on that device when you remove it, their stream will stop, and they'll see an error message.
Troubleshooting Device Removal Issues
If you don't see a remove or sign-out option in Settings, make sure you're signed into YouTube TV with the correct account. Some devices require you to be the account owner or have admin access to manage devices. If you're using a shared account, only the person who created the account may be able to remove devices.
If a device still appears in your device list after you've removed it, try removing it again or wait a few minutes for the change to sync across YouTube's servers. Occasionally, a device may take a few minutes to disappear from the list, especially if you removed it from a different device.
If you're having trouble accessing Settings on a specific device, try signing out completely and signing back in. On some streaming devices, you may need to uninstall and reinstall the YouTube TV app to fully remove it from your account. If problems persist, you can contact YouTube TV support through the app or website for additional help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I remove a device without signing into it?
Yes. Sign into YouTube TV on any other device you have access to, go to Settings, find the device you want to remove in your device list, and select the remove option. You don't need physical access to the device you're removing.
Will removing a device cancel my YouTube TV subscription?
No. Removing a device only signs that device out of your account. Your subscription remains active, and you can watch on other devices or sign back into the removed device anytime with your password.
How many devices can I have signed into YouTube TV at once?
You can have many devices signed in, but only two or three can stream at the same time depending on your plan. Check your plan details in Settings to see your simultaneous stream limit. Removing a device frees up one streaming slot.
What if I remove a device by mistake?
You can sign back in on that device anytime using your email and password. Removing a device is not permanent. Just open YouTube TV, enter your login information, and you're back on that device.
Do I need to remove a device before selling my phone or tablet?
It's a good idea to remove it from your account before selling or giving away the device. This prevents the new owner from accessing your YouTube TV account. If you forget, you can remove it from another device at any time.