How do I cancel YouTube TV?

To cancel YouTube TV, follow the step-by-step guide on this page. The process varies by platform - see the method sections above for online, phone, and app cancellation options.

Can I get a refund when I cancel YouTube TV?

YouTube TV refund policies vary. Most services do not offer prorated refunds for the current billing period, but you retain access until the period ends. Check the refund section in this guide for YouTube TV's specific policy.

Will I lose my data if I cancel YouTube TV?

When you cancel YouTube TV, you typically retain access until the end of the billing period. Download or export any important data before your access expires. See this guide for YouTube TV-specific data retention details.

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Cancellation guide · Updated 2026

How to Cancel YouTube TV

Last verified May 2026 · No contract, no equipment return · Free guide

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Reviewed & updated June 2026

Easy to cancel

Cancel YouTube TV - step by step

1
Go to tv.youtube.com and sign in
Sign in to your YouTube TV account in a browser.
2
Profile icon → Settings → Membership → Cancel membership
Click your profile picture → Settings → Membership → Cancel membership. Follow the prompts and confirm.
3
Or cancel in the YouTube TV app
Open the YouTube TV app → profile icon → Settings → Membership → Cancel membership.
4
Note your access end date
YouTube TV will show your last day of access. No further action needed - no equipment to return.

No contract, no ETF, no equipment return

YouTube TV is month-to-month with no early termination fee and no physical equipment. It's one of the most straightforward live TV cancellations available.

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Last verified - May 2026

Frequently asked questions

Will my DVR recordings be saved after I cancel?: YouTube TV cloud DVR recordings are deleted when your subscription ends. Watch or note anything important before your access expires.
Can I pause YouTube TV instead of canceling?: Yes - YouTube TV allows you to pause for up to 6 months. Billing is paused and you lose channel access, but your DVR recordings and settings are preserved during the pause.
Does YouTube TV offer a free trial?: YouTube TV periodically offers free trials for new members. Cancel before the trial ends using the same steps to avoid being charged.