Sign in with your Google account on a web browser
The fastest way to sign in to YouTube TV is through a web browser on your computer. Go to youtube.com/tv and click the Sign in button in the top right corner. You will be asked to enter the email address or phone number linked to your Google account, then your password on the next screen.
If you have two-factor authentication turned on for your Google account, you will need to complete that step too — Google will send a code to your phone or ask you to approve the sign-in from another device. Once you are signed in, you can watch YouTube TV when ready in your browser.
Key Takeaways
- On a computer, go to youtube.com/tv and click Sign in, then enter your Google account email and password.
- On phones and tablets, read the YouTube TV app from your device's app store, open it, and tap Sign in with your Google account.
- On smart TVs and streaming devices like Roku or Apple TV, you will see a code on your screen — enter that code at youtube.com/tv/start on any web browser to link the device.
- If you forget your password, click "Forgot password?" on the sign-in screen and follow Google's recovery steps, which usually involve verifying your email or phone number.
- You only need to sign in once per device; YouTube TV will keep you signed in until you manually sign out.
Sign in on your phone or tablet
read the YouTube TV app from the Google Play Store (Android) or the App Store (iPhone and iPad). Open the app and tap the Sign in button. Enter your Google account email address and password when prompted, and complete any two-factor authentication if your account uses it.
After you sign in, the app will remember your account and you will not need to enter your credentials again unless you sign out. If you have multiple Google accounts, you can switch between them by tapping your profile picture in the top right corner and selecting a different account.
Sign in on a smart TV or streaming device
On devices like Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, or Samsung Smart TV, open the YouTube TV app. The screen will display a blue set up code — a short string of letters and numbers. Write down or remember this code.
On any web browser (phone, tablet, or computer), go to youtube.com/tv/start. Sign in with your Google account if you are not already signed in. You will see a field asking for the set up code — type in the code from your TV screen. Once you enter it, your TV will automatically sign in and you can start watching when ready.
What to do if you forgot your password
On any sign-in screen, click or tap Forgot password? Google will ask you to enter the email address or phone number for your account. You will then be asked to verify your identity — Google usually sends a code to your recovery email address or phone number, or asks you to answer a security question you set up earlier.
After you verify your identity, you can create a new password. Make sure it is at least 8 characters long and different from passwords you have used before. Once you have set a new password, return to YouTube TV and sign in with your email and the new password.
Signing in with a family account or shared membership
If someone else owns the YouTube TV account and has invited you as a family member or shared viewer, you will still sign in with your own Google account. The account owner sets up family sharing in their YouTube TV settings, and once they add your email address, you can sign in on your devices using your own Google credentials.
Each family member sees their own personalized recommendations and watch history. If you are the account owner and want to add family members, sign in to YouTube TV, go to Settings, select Family, and follow the prompts to invite others by their email address.
Staying signed in and signing out
YouTube TV keeps you signed in on each device by default. This means you will not have to enter your password every time you open the app or visit the website. If you are on a shared or public device, you should sign out when you are done watching.
To sign out, tap or click your profile picture in the top right corner and select Sign out. On a smart TV or streaming device, go to Settings, find Account or Sign out, and confirm. The next person who opens YouTube TV on that device will need to sign in with their own Google account.
Troubleshooting common sign-in problems
If you see an error message saying your password is incorrect, make sure Caps Lock is not on and that you are using the right email address. If you have recently changed your Google password, sign out of all your devices and sign back in with the new password.
If YouTube TV says your account is not available in your region, you may be using a VPN or proxy service — YouTube TV requires you to sign in from within the United States. Disable any VPN and try again. If you are traveling outside the US, you will not be able to watch YouTube TV until you return.
If you are still unable to sign in after trying these steps, visit support.google.com and search for YouTube TV sign-in issues, or contact Google support directly through your Google account settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a different password for YouTube TV than for my Google account?
No. YouTube TV uses your Google account password. You sign in with the same email and password you use for Gmail, Google Drive, or any other Google service. If you change your Google password, that new password works for YouTube TV when ready.
Can I sign in to YouTube TV on multiple devices at the same time?
Yes. You can be signed in on a phone, tablet, computer, and smart TV all at once. However, YouTube TV limits how many people can watch at the same time depending on your plan — usually two or three simultaneous streams. If someone tries to watch while the limit is reached, they will see an error.
What happens if I sign in on someone else's device?
That device will stay signed in to your account until you sign out. If you forget to sign out, the next person who opens YouTube TV will see your account, your watch history, and your recommendations. Always sign out on shared or public devices before you leave.
Why does YouTube TV keep signing me out?
This usually happens if you have not used the app or website for a long time, or if you signed in on a device that clears its data automatically. Some phones and tablets clear app data to free up space. Try signing in again, and if the problem continues, check your device's storage settings or reinstall the YouTube TV app.
Can I use the same Google account for multiple YouTube TV memberships?
No. One Google account can only be linked to one YouTube TV membership at a time. If you need to switch to a different membership, you will need to sign out and sign in with a different Google account, or contact YouTube TV support to transfer your account.