Sign out by going to your account settings
To sign out of YouTube on a Roku TV, use your remote to navigate to the account icon in the top right corner of the YouTube app, then select "Sign out" from the menu. The process takes about 30 seconds and when ready removes your account from that Roku device.
Your watch history, subscriptions, and saved playlists stay on your Google account—signing out only disconnects them from this particular TV. If you sign back in later on the same device or a different one, all your information returns.
Key Takeaways
- Open YouTube on your Roku TV and press the account icon (usually a circle with your profile picture or initials) in the top right corner of the home screen.
- Scroll down in the menu that appears and select "Sign out" to disconnect your account from the device.
- Signing out removes your account from the TV but does not delete your YouTube history or subscriptions from your Google account.
- If you share a Roku TV with others, signing out prevents them from seeing your recommendations and watch history on that device.
Step-by-step instructions for signing out
Start by opening the YouTube app on your Roku TV. Once the home screen loads, look for the account icon in the top right corner—it appears as a circle containing either your profile picture or the first letter of your name.
Press the right arrow on your remote to move to that icon, then press OK or Select to open the account menu. A dropdown list will appear with several options. Use the down arrow on your remote to scroll through the menu until you see "Sign out." Press OK to select it.
YouTube will ask you to confirm. Select "Yes" or "Sign out" again when the confirmation appears. The app will return to the home screen, and you are now signed out. The next time you or someone else opens YouTube on that TV, they will see the sign-in screen instead of your account.
What happens after you sign out
Once you sign out, YouTube on that Roku TV no longer shows your recommendations, watch history, or subscriptions. The app resets to a generic home screen with popular videos and trending content that anyone can see.
Your Google account itself is not affected. Your YouTube history, playlists, and subscriptions remain saved in your account. If you sign back in on this TV or any other device, everything returns exactly as it was. Signing out only disconnects your account from that specific Roku device.
Why you might want to sign out
The most common reason to sign out is if you share your Roku TV with family members or roommates. Signing out prevents others from seeing your watch history or recommendations, and it stops YouTube from suggesting videos based on their viewing.
You might also sign out if you are selling or giving away the Roku TV, or if you want to switch to a different YouTube account on the same device. Signing out is faster and cleaner than trying to manage multiple accounts on the TV itself.
If you cannot find the account icon
On some older Roku TV models or if YouTube has been updated recently, the account icon location may differ slightly. If you do not see it in the top right corner, try pressing the Menu button on your remote while on the YouTube home screen—this sometimes opens additional options including account settings.
Another option is to go to your Roku TV's main settings menu (not YouTube's settings) and look for "Apps" or "Manage Channels." Find YouTube in the list, select it, and look for an option to remove the channel or clear data. This will sign you out, though it may also delete any saved preferences for the YouTube app itself.
Signing back in later
To sign back in, open YouTube and look for a "Sign in" button on the home screen. Select it and you will see a code appear on your TV screen. On your phone, computer, or tablet, go to youtube.com/signin and enter that code. This links your account back to the Roku TV without typing your password on the remote.
The code method is faster and more find than entering your full Google password using the remote. The code expires after a few minutes, so complete the sign-in process on your other device right away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does signing out delete my YouTube history?
No. Your watch history, subscriptions, playlists, and all other account data stay saved on your Google account. Signing out only removes your account from that Roku TV. When you sign back in, your history and subscriptions return when ready.
Can I sign out of YouTube without signing out of my Roku account?
Yes. YouTube is a separate app from your Roku system account. Signing out of YouTube does not affect your Roku account, your other apps, or any other settings on the TV. Only YouTube is disconnected.
What if I forgot which account I signed in with?
Before you sign out, open the account menu and look at the email address or name shown at the top. That is the account currently connected to the TV. Write it down if you need to remember it, then proceed with signing out.
Will signing out affect YouTube on my phone or computer?
No. YouTube on your phone, computer, or any other device is separate from YouTube on your Roku TV. Signing out on the TV does not sign you out anywhere else. Each device manages its own sign-in status.
How do I sign out if the remote is not working?
If your Roku remote is broken, you can use the Roku mobile app (available on iOS and Android) to control your TV instead. Open the app, connect to your Roku device, and use the app's remote control to navigate YouTube and sign out the same way you would with the physical remote.