Sign out of YouTube on your TV from your phone by using the YouTube app's remote feature or by signing out directly on the TV itself

You have two main ways to remove your YouTube account from a TV. The fastest is to use your phone's YouTube app to cast a sign-out command to the TV. The other is to navigate the TV's menu directly using your phone as a remote. Which one works depends on what device you're using and whether your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.

Most people find the phone method easier because you don't have to hunt through the TV's settings menu with a physical remote. Your phone becomes the control, and you can sign out in a few taps.

Key Takeaways

  • Your phone and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for remote control to work.
  • The YouTube app on your phone can send a sign-out command to your TV if both devices are linked to the same Google account.
  • If remote casting doesn't work, you can use your phone as a remote control to navigate the TV's YouTube app settings and sign out manually.
  • After signing out, your YouTube account will no longer appear on that TV, but the YouTube app itself stays installed.

Use your phone to cast a sign-out command to the TV

Open the YouTube app on your phone and tap your profile picture in the top right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings. Then tap Connected apps or Devices and sharing (the exact name varies by phone type). You should see your TV listed under devices connected to your account.

Tap the TV you want to sign out from, then tap Remove or Sign out. Your account will disconnect from that TV when ready. The YouTube app will remain on the TV, but it will no longer be logged in under your account.

This method only works if your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network and both are signed into the same Google account. If you don't see your TV listed, move to the next section.

Use your phone as a remote to sign out on the TV itself

If the casting method doesn't show your TV, you can use your phone to control the TV directly. Open the YouTube app on your phone, tap your profile picture, and go to Settings. Look for Remote or TV Remote and select your TV from the list of available devices.

Your phone screen will now show a remote control interface. Use the arrow buttons to navigate to the profile icon or account menu on your TV's YouTube app. Highlight Sign out and press the center button to select it. Confirm the sign-out when prompted.

This approach takes a few more steps than casting, but it works even if your devices aren't fully synced. The key is that both devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network.

What happens after you sign out

Once you've signed out, your YouTube account no longer appears on that TV. Anyone who uses the TV will see a blank profile or a prompt to sign in with a different account. Your watch history, subscriptions, and saved videos won't be visible on that TV anymore.

The YouTube app itself stays on the TV. You or someone else can sign back in with any Google account at any time. Signing out doesn't delete the app or change any other settings on the TV.

Troubleshooting: Your TV doesn't appear in the list

If your TV isn't showing up in your phone's connected devices list, check that both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network. Restart both your phone and TV, then try again. Sometimes the connection takes a minute to register.

If you're using a work or school Google account, some organizations restrict which devices can connect. Check with your IT department or account administrator. Personal Google accounts rarely have this restriction.

If the TV still doesn't appear, you can always sign out manually by going to the TV's YouTube app directly. Use the TV's physical remote or your phone's remote control feature to navigate to Settings > Account > Sign out.

Signing out on older TV models or non-smart TVs

If your TV is older or doesn't have a built-in YouTube app, you may be using YouTube through a streaming device like a Roku, Fire Stick, or Chromecast. The sign-out process is similar: open the YouTube app on the device, go to account settings, and select sign out.

For Chromecast devices, you can also reset the device entirely from your phone. Open Google Home on your phone, select the Chromecast, tap the settings icon, and choose Reset. This removes all accounts and apps from the device.

Removing multiple accounts from the same TV

If several people use the same TV and you want to remove only your account, follow the steps above. Other accounts that are signed in on that TV will remain active until those people sign out separately.

If you want to remove all accounts at once, go to the TV's main settings (not the YouTube app). Look for Apps or Applications, find YouTube, and select Clear data or Uninstall. This removes all accounts and resets the app to its default state. You'll need to reinstall it if you want to use YouTube again on that TV.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sign out of YouTube on my TV if I don't have the phone that set it up?

Yes. Use any phone with the YouTube app installed and the same Google account. Sign in to that account on your phone, then follow the steps to remove the TV from your connected devices. You don't need the original phone.

Will signing out of YouTube on my TV sign me out on my phone too?

No. Signing out on the TV only affects that device. Your phone, computer, and other devices stay signed in. Each device is separate.

What if I forgot the password to the account that's signed in on the TV?

You can still sign out without the password. Use your phone's remote control feature to navigate the TV's YouTube app to the sign-out option. Or reset the TV entirely through its main settings menu, which clears all accounts without needing a password.

Does my phone have to stay connected to sign out the TV?

Your phone only needs to be connected while you're sending the sign-out command. Once the TV signs out, you can disconnect your phone. The sign-out is permanent on the TV.

Can I sign out of YouTube on my TV from a computer instead of a phone?

Yes. Go to myaccount.google.com on a computer, click Security in the left menu, scroll to Your devices, and find your TV in the list. Click it and select Sign out. The process is the same as using a phone.