Reset Your Password Through the YouTube TV Website

The fastest way to reset your YouTube TV password is through the YouTube TV sign-in page on a computer or phone browser. Go to tv.youtube.com, click "Sign in" in the top right corner, then click "Forgot password?" on the sign-in screen. YouTube will ask you to enter the email address or phone number linked to your account.

After you enter your email or phone number, YouTube sends a password reset link to that email address or a verification code to your phone. Check your inbox (including spam and promotions folders) for an email from Google with the subject line "Reset your Google password" or similar. Click the link in that email, and you'll be taken to a page where you can create a new password. Type your new password twice to confirm it matches, then click "Change password."

Your new password takes effect when ready. You can then sign back into YouTube TV on any device using your email address and the new password you just created.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to tv.youtube.com, click "Sign in," then "Forgot password?" to start a reset from any browser.
  • YouTube sends a reset link to your email address or a code to your phone number — check your spam folder if you don't see it in your inbox.
  • Your new password must be at least 8 characters long and should include uppercase letters, numbers, and symbols for security.
  • After you reset your password, you'll need to sign back into YouTube TV on each device you use, including phones, tablets, and streaming devices.
  • If you don't have access to your email or phone number, you can recover your account by answering security questions or providing a recovery email address you set up earlier.

Reset Your Password on a Streaming Device

If you're signed into YouTube TV on a Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, or Chromecast device, you cannot reset your password directly on that device. Instead, use a phone or computer to reset your password through the YouTube TV website as described above, then sign back into the app on your streaming device.

To sign back in on your streaming device, open the YouTube TV app, select "Sign in," and follow the on-screen instructions. You'll see a code appear on your TV screen. On your phone or computer, go to tv.youtube.com/signin, enter that code, and then sign in with your email address and new password. This links your streaming device to your account without typing your password on the TV remote.

What to Do If You Don't Receive the Reset Email

Check your email spam, promotions, and other folders first — reset emails from Google sometimes land outside your inbox. Wait a few minutes before checking, since the email can take time to arrive. If you still don't see it after 10 minutes, go back to the "Forgot password?" page and request a new reset link.

If you're using a phone number instead of email, make sure you entered the correct number. Some carriers block text messages from automated systems, so try requesting an email reset instead. If the email address in your account is one you no longer use, you can add a recovery email address to your Google Account at myaccount.google.com before you forget your password next time.

Create a Strong New Password

YouTube TV requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long. A strong password includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols (like ! @ # $ % ^ & *). Avoid using your name, birthdate, or common words that appear in the dictionary, since these are straightforward to guess.

Do not reuse a password you've used for other accounts, especially if you've used it for email, banking, or social media. If one of those accounts is hacked, a criminal could use the same password to access your YouTube TV account. Consider using a password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the password manager built into your phone to generate and store a unique password for YouTube TV.

Sign Back Into YouTube TV on All Your Devices

After you reset your password, you'll be signed out of YouTube TV on all devices except the one you used to reset it. This is a security feature that prevents someone else from watching your account if they had access to one of your devices.

Sign back in on each device by opening the YouTube TV app or going to tv.youtube.com in your browser, entering your email address, and typing your new password. On smart TVs and streaming devices, you'll use the code-based sign-in method described above instead of typing your password on the remote. Keep track of which devices you've signed into so you know where your account is active.

Recover Your Account If You Can't Access Your Email or Phone

If you don't have access to the email address or phone number linked to your YouTube TV account, you can still recover it through Google's account recovery process. Go to accounts.google.com/signin/recovery and enter the email address or phone number you remember being associated with the account. Google will ask you to verify your identity by answering security questions, providing a recovery email address you set up earlier, or confirming recent activity on the account.

This process can take several minutes to several hours depending on how much information Google needs to verify. Once you've confirmed your identity, you can reset your password and regain access to your YouTube TV account. If you set up two-factor authentication on your Google Account, you may need to use a backup code to complete the recovery process.

Prevent Future Password Problems

Add a recovery email address and phone number to your Google Account at myaccount.google.com/account/security. This gives you backup ways to reset your password if you forget it or lose access to your primary email. Set up two-factor authentication (also called 2-Step Verification) so that even if someone learns your password, they can't sign in without a code from your phone.

Write down or securely store your password in a password manager so you don't have to reset it. If you share your YouTube TV account with family members, consider setting up a Family Group at myaccount.google.com/family so each person can have their own sign-in while sharing the subscription.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to reset my YouTube TV password?

The reset itself is when ready — you create a new password and it works right away. The email with the reset link usually arrives within a few minutes. Signing back into all your devices can take 15 to 30 minutes depending on how many devices you use.

Will resetting my password delete my watch history or saved shows?

No. Resetting your password does not affect your watch history, saved shows, or any other content in your account. Your library and preferences stay exactly the same.

Can I reset my YouTube TV password on my phone without a computer?

Yes. Open a web browser on your phone, go to tv.youtube.com, and follow the "Forgot password?" steps. You'll receive a reset link on the same phone or on an email address linked to your account.

What if I reset my password but still can't sign in?

Wait a few minutes — sometimes the new password takes time to sync across Google's servers. Clear your browser's cache and cookies, then try signing in again. If you're on a streaming device, sign out completely, restart the device, and try signing in with your new password.

Do I need to reset my password if someone else is watching my account?

Yes. Resetting your password signs out everyone except the device you're using to reset it, which stops unauthorized access. After you reset it, only sign back in on devices you own and trust.