How to Cancel YouTube TV Subscription (2026)
Need to cancel YouTube TV? Whether you're switching to a cheaper service, taking a break, or just cutting costs, cancellation is straightforward — but there are a few things to know about the refund policy, your DVR recordings, and what happens to your add-ons before you pull the trigger.
YouTube TV can be cancelled online at tv.youtube.com, on the YouTube TV app (iOS/Android), or by calling Google support. The subscription ends at the end of the current billing cycle — you keep access until then. Google does not offer automatic refunds for unused time but may issue pro-rated credits on request.
How to Cancel YouTube TV on the Web
The easiest and most reliable way to cancel YouTube TV is through a web browser. This method works on any computer or mobile browser and is the officially recommended cancellation path.
- Go to tv.youtube.com and sign in with the Google account that holds your YouTube TV membership.
- Click your profile icon in the top-right corner of the screen to open the account menu.
- Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
- Click Membership in the left sidebar. You will see your current plan details and billing date.
- Click Deactivate membership at the bottom of the Membership page.
- Confirm your cancellation when prompted. YouTube TV will show you your access end date before you confirm.
After cancellation, you will receive a confirmation email from Google. Your YouTube TV access remains active until the end of the billing period you have already paid for — you will not be charged again. Auto-renewal is immediately disabled.
How to Cancel YouTube TV on iPhone / iPad
Apple does not allow in-app cancellation for subscriptions managed directly through Google accounts. Because YouTube TV subscriptions are billed by Google (not Apple), you cannot cancel through iOS subscription settings or the YouTube TV app on iPhone or iPad.
To cancel YouTube TV on an iPhone or iPad, use one of these methods instead:
- Open Safari (or any browser) on your iPhone and go to tv.youtube.com. Follow the same web steps listed above — the mobile browser experience works identically to desktop.
- Alternatively, visit myaccount.google.com, tap Payments & subscriptions, then Manage subscriptions, and cancel YouTube TV from there.
If you subscribed through Apple
A small number of users subscribed to YouTube TV through the App Store in years past. If your billing shows Apple as the payment processor, cancel through iOS Settings → your Apple ID → Subscriptions → YouTube TV instead of through Google.
How to Cancel YouTube TV on Android
Android users can cancel YouTube TV either through the app or via the Google Play subscriptions manager.
- Open the YouTube TV app on your Android device and tap your profile photo in the top right.
- Tap Settings, then select Membership.
- Tap Deactivate membership and confirm. Alternatively, open the Google Play Store, tap your profile icon, then Payments & subscriptions → Subscriptions → YouTube TV → Cancel subscription.
YouTube TV Cancellation Policy
Understanding what happens after you cancel helps you plan accordingly:
Access After Cancellation
Your YouTube TV membership remains active until the last day of your current billing cycle. If your billing date is the 20th and you cancel on the 5th, you keep full access until the 20th.
DVR Recordings
This is the most important thing to know: all cloud DVR recordings are permanently deleted when your membership ends. YouTube TV does not allow you to export or download recordings. Watch or note down anything important before your access expires.
Family Sharing
If you are the account holder for a family group, all family members lose access to YouTube TV when you cancel. Family members do not receive individual cancellation notices, so communicate the cancellation date to your group.
Add-Ons and Premium Channels
Add-ons like NFL Sunday Ticket, 4K Plus, or premium channel subscriptions are automatically cancelled alongside your base YouTube TV membership. You will not be charged for these separately after cancellation.
YouTube TV vs Alternatives After Cancellation
If you are cancelling YouTube TV to switch to something cheaper or better suited to your viewing habits, here are the top alternatives to consider:
| Service | Price/mo | Channels | Free Trial | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hulu + Live TV | $82.99 | 90+ | None | On-demand + Disney bundle |
| Sling TVBest Budget | $40 | 30–50 | None | Budget cord-cutters |
| FuboTV | $79.99 | 150+ | 7 days | Sports fans |
| Philo | $28 | 70+ | 7 days | Entertainment (no sports/locals) |
If live sports and local channels are not priorities, Philo at $28/month offers 70+ entertainment channels at less than half the YouTube TV price. For the closest feature match to YouTube TV at a lower cost, Sling TV Blue + Orange at $55/month is the most popular switch.