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How to change account settings on YouTube TV

How to change account settings on YouTube TV

Changing your payment details on YouTube TV is simple. What about the other account settings on the service?

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At more than 10 million subscribers, YouTube TV is one of the largest single distributors of cable channels in the United States. Users consistently praise the YouTube TV interface, the availability of popular channels (absent any carriage disputes with programmers), and the availability of additional streaming subscriptions via the YouTube TV Primetime Channels store.

How do you change account settings on YouTube TV? If you need help answering that question, The Streamable is here to lead you in the right direction. See how to rework your login credentials, change payment details, and adjust other account settings on YouTube TV below.

What you need to know about changing account settings on YouTube TV

Can you change the email address associated with your YouTube TV account?

No, unlike most other live TV streaming services, YouTube TV does not allow you to change the email address associated with your account. This is because your YouTube TV account is inextricably tied to your Google account; you must have a Google account to sign up for YouTube TV, and the only way to move to a different email is to delete your first Google account, start a new account and sign up for a second YouTube TV subscription with that Gmail.

Can you change your YouTube TV password?

You can, but again, the password for your YouTube TV account is also tied to your larger Google account. To change your YouTube TV password, you have to change the password for your Google account as a whole. Follow these instructions from Google to reset your Google account password if you want to change the password for your YouTube TV account.

How to change payment details on YouTube TV

Thankfully, changing your payment credentials on YouTube TV is a pretty simple process. All you have to do is:

  1. Click here to log into your YouTube TV account on a web browser.
  2. Find your profile icon.
  3. Click Settings.
  4. Find Billing.
  5. Click Update next to your payment details.

You can also update your backup payment method in this section of the YouTube TV settings.

What other settings can you change on YouTube TV?

The Membership section allows you to see your membership settings and details, as well as supplementary subscriptions.

Family Sharing lets you decide how to share your YouTube TV subscription among household members and set up parental controls.

Live guide lets you switch up and customize the YouTube TV channel guide to fit your preferences.

You can also learn more about Nielsen TV ratings measurements, notifications from YouTube TV, adjust picture-in-picture settings and captions, and see your privacy information as well.

YouTube TV

YouTube TV is a live TV streaming service with more than 60 channels for $82.99/month. This plan includes local channels 32 of the top 35 cable channels, and regional sports networks (RSNs) in select markets. The base plan includes more than 100 live channels, including major broadcast networks like ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC, as well as popular cable channels such as ESPN, CNN, FX, USA Network, and TNT. Local channels are included in most markets, making YouTube TV a full replacement for traditional cable for many viewers.

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Sports are a major focus for YouTube TV, with access to national and regional coverage, league networks, and marquee events. The service also serves as the exclusive home of NFL Sunday Ticket, available as an add-on, giving fans access to out-of-market Sunday afternoon games. YouTube TV also offers a smaller sports plan, allowing subscribers access to 30+ sports-oriented channels, including local networks in select markets.

YouTube TV includes unlimited cloud DVR storage at no extra cost, allowing subscribers to record as many shows as they want and keep recordings for up to nine months. The service is available across a wide range of devices, including smart TVs, streaming players, mobile devices, and web browsers. New subscribers can typically start with a free trial, though the trial length may vary by promotion.

With its broad channel lineup, strong sports offerings, unlimited DVR, and wide device support, YouTube TV remains one of the most comprehensive live TV streaming services for viewers who want a traditional TV experience without a cable contract.

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David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.

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