The fastest way to update YouTube TV depends on your device

Most YouTube TV updates happen automatically in the background, but you can force an update right now if you want the latest features or bug fixes. The steps differ depending on whether you use an iPhone, Android phone, Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, or another streaming device. On a phone, you go through your device's app store. On a streaming device, you usually find the update in the app's settings menu or your device's system settings.

If you have not opened YouTube TV in a while, an update may already be waiting for you to install the next time you launch the app. Automatic updates are turned on by default on most devices, so you may not need to do anything at all. But if you want to check right now or force an update manually, the process takes less than a minute.

Key Takeaways

  • On iPhone, open the App Store, tap your profile icon, find YouTube TV, and tap Update if one is available.
  • On Android, open Google Play Store, search for YouTube TV, and tap Update if the button appears.
  • On Roku, Fire Stick, and most other streaming devices, go into the YouTube TV app settings and look for an Update or Check for Updates option.
  • Automatic updates are on by default, so most updates install without you doing anything.
  • If no update button appears, your app is already on the latest version.

Updating YouTube TV on iPhone

Open the App Store app on your iPhone. Tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner of the screen — it looks like a circle with your photo or initials inside. Scroll down to find YouTube TV in the list of apps you have installed.

If an update is available, you will see an Update button next to YouTube TV. Tap it. The app will read and install in the background. You may see a progress bar, or the button may change to Open once the update is complete. If you do not see an Update button, your app is already on the latest version.

Updating YouTube TV on Android

Open Google Play Store on your Android phone. Tap your profile icon in the top right corner. Select Manage my apps & games. Tap the Updates available tab at the top.

Look for YouTube TV in the list. If it appears there, tap it and then tap the Update button. The app will read and install. If YouTube TV does not appear in the Updates available tab, search for it by name: tap the search icon, type "YouTube TV," and if an Update button shows, tap it. Otherwise, your app is current.

Updating YouTube TV on Roku

Open the YouTube TV app on your Roku. Press the Options button on your Roku remote (it usually has three horizontal lines). Scroll down and look for About or Settings. Select it.

Look for an option that says Check for updates or Update. If one appears and is available, select it and let the update run. This may take a few minutes. Your Roku will restart the app once the update is done. If you do not see an update option, your app is up to date.

Updating YouTube TV on Apple TV

On Apple TV, go to the App Store. Search for YouTube TV. If an update is available, you will see an Update button instead of Open. Select it. The app will update automatically.

You can also turn on automatic updates for all apps in Apple TV Settings. Go to Settings > Apps > App Updates and toggle Automatic Updates on. This way, YouTube TV and all your other apps will update without you having to check manually.

Updating YouTube TV on Fire Stick

Open the YouTube TV app on your Fire Stick. Press the Menu button on your remote (three horizontal lines). Scroll down to Settings or About. Look for Check for updates or Update app.

If an update is available, select it and wait for the installation to finish. Your Fire Stick will restart the app once done. You can also go to your Fire Stick home screen, find YouTube TV in your apps, press and hold the select button, and choose Update if that option appears.

What to do if an update will not install

If you tap Update but nothing happens, restart your device. Unplug it from power for 30 seconds, plug it back in, and try the update again. Make sure you have a stable internet connection — a weak Wi-Fi signal can interrupt downloads.

If the update still will not go through, try uninstalling and reinstalling YouTube TV. On a phone, delete the app from your home screen or app library, then read it fresh from the App Store or Google Play Store. On a streaming device, go to Settings, find the YouTube TV app, and select Uninstall or Remove. Then go back to your app store and read it again. This usually fixes stubborn update problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I turn off automatic updates for YouTube TV?

Yes. On iPhone, go to Settings > App Store > scroll down to App Updates and turn off automatic updates. On Android, open Google Play Store, tap your profile, go to Settings > Network preferences > Auto-update apps, and select "Don't auto-update apps." On streaming devices, automatic updates are usually managed in the device settings, not in the app itself.

Will updating YouTube TV delete my saved shows or settings?

No. Updates only change the app code, not your account data. Your library, watch history, and preferences will stay exactly the same. You will still be signed in after the update finishes.

How often does YouTube TV release updates?

YouTube TV updates regularly, sometimes weekly or monthly, depending on bug fixes and new features. You do not need to check manually — automatic updates will install them for you. If you want the newest features right away, you can force an update using the steps above.

What if YouTube TV crashes after I update it?

Restart the app by closing it completely and opening it again. If it keeps crashing, restart your device. If the problem continues, uninstall and reinstall YouTube TV as described in the troubleshooting section above. Contact YouTube TV support if crashes continue after a fresh install.