What is YouTube TV? YouTube TV Help
You can watch some YouTube TV programs with 5.1 surround sound when using the app on a compatible TV device. You can watch national games, record local games within your home area and hide sports scores with YouTube TV. At that point, you’ll be charged the standard price for the Base Plan, and any subscriptions you’ve added to your YouTube TV membership. If you’re ready to get started with a free trial, learn how to sign up for YouTube TV.
Location requirements & how to turn on location permissions
You'll be asked—either by your web browser, or mobile device—to allow YouTube TV to identify your location. YouTube TV uses your internet connection to find your location and offer you the correct local content. Doing so will make sure you get the correct local networks. We may also ask you to confirm your location via your device location permissions. Learn more about how to get surround sound, and troubleshoot audio quality on your TV below.I accidentally cancelled my free trial! Can I undo this?
- With a trial, you get access to over 100 channels offered in the Base Plan during your trial period.
- If you accidentally canceled your YouTube TV free trial, you can reactivate it on your Membership page.
- Keep in mind that local channels also have different restrictions for recording.
- Select Search on any screen, then select an icon (Shows, Movies, and so on) under "Browse," directly below the search bar.
- We may also ask you to confirm your location via your device location permissions.
- You can also sign up to try extra networks, like HBO Max or Spanish Plus, before adding these to your YouTube TV membership.
National vs. local channels
- When you travel to a different location within the U.S., local channels, like your local CBS, FOX, or NBC station, are available based on your location.
- Browse networks to see programs available on different networks.
- With a YouTube TV Base Plan, you can watch on up to three devices at the same time.
- Watching on a computer and a mobile device at the same time counts as two of the three available devices.
- Some games air nationally, and some air over local affiliate networks.
- When your free trial period is over, your account will automatically switch to a paid membership.
