How to Cancel YouTube Premium

YouTube Premium costs $13.99/month ($167/year). If you can tolerate ads, here's how to cancel.

Steps to Cancel YouTube Premium

  1. Go to youtube.com/paid_memberships
  2. Click "Manage membership"
  3. Select "Deactivate"
  4. Confirm — access continues until the end of your billing period

What You Lose

  • Ad-free videos
  • Background play on mobile
  • Offline downloads
  • YouTube Music Premium

What You Keep

All your subscriptions, playlists, watch history, and liked videos remain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I lose YouTube Music if I cancel Premium?

Yes. YouTube Music Premium is included with YouTube Premium. Both are cancelled together.

Can I cancel from the YouTube app?

On Android, yes. On iPhone, you must cancel through Apple subscription settings if you subscribed via the app.

Is there a free trial for YouTube Premium?

YouTube occasionally offers 1-month free trials for new subscribers.

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