It’s good to know how to cancel YouTube TV if you want to take a break from live TV or save money each month. It’s simple to do, and you have choices. You can either stop being a member altogether or put your membership on hold for a few months.
This guide will show you both options, compare them in a simple table, and explain what happens after you make the change.
Canceling or Pausing your membership
You can handle your YouTube TV subscription right from your computer or phone’s web browser. You must use a browser to cancel YouTube TV if you signed up with your Apple ID. The option won’t be in the iOS app.
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Go to the YouTube TV website and log into your account.
- Click your profile picture in the top-right corner of the page.
- From the dropdown menu, select “Settings.”
- In the left-hand menu, click on “Membership.”
- Locate your current plan and click the “Manage” button next to it.
- Choose one of the available options:
- Cancel membership—to end your subscription.
- Pause membership—to temporarily stop your subscription.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm your choice.
If you decide to cancel YouTube TV, you will be asked to give a reason, but the explanation is not required. Thereafter, you’ll need to confirm your choice with a few prompts. You should know that your subscription doesn’t end right away. You will still be able to use YouTube TV until the end of your current billing period.
Pausing is a beneficial compromise. You can stop your service for anywhere from four weeks to six months. You won’t be charged during this break. When the pause period ends, your membership will automatically start up again, and that date will be your new billing date.
The best option for you will depend on your situation. The table below shows the main differences, which will help you make a choice.
| Feature | Canceling Your Membership | Pausing Your Membership |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Users leaving the service permanently or long-term. | Temporary breaks, like vacations or seasonal viewing. |
| Duration | Permanent (until you resubscribe). | Temporary, from 4 weeks to 6 months. |
| Billing | Stops after the current billing cycle ends. | Paused immediately and resumes automatically after the chosen period. |
| Access | Continues until the paid period ends; then all access is lost. | No live TV or new recordings during the pause. |
| Recorded Shows | Lost 21 days after your access ends. | Saved, but still subject to a 9-month expiration. |
| Re-joining | Must manually resubscribe; may lose previous recordings. | Service restarts automatically; all settings and saved shows remain. |
Don’t forget to use up any remaining subscription time after you cancel YouTube TV. Watch your favorite shows that you recorded before they go away. To avoid charges, cancel any extra networks, like HBO Max or 4K Plus, from the “Membership” page. You can get in touch with the YouTube TV support team directly if you have any problems.
