How to Fix YouTube TV Not Working on Google TV

Is YouTube TV not working on your Google TV? It is certain to come across this issue for varied reasons. As a result, users may happen to miss out on streaming the Live TV channels and video-on-demand content available on the YouTube TV library.

Resolving the issue of YouTube TV on Google TV not working is possible once the underlying causes are identified. If you are uncertain about the potential solutions, you can use the troubleshooting tips provided by our experts to fix the problem without requiring technical expertise.

YouTube TV Doesn’t Work on Google TV – Associated Causes

If YouTube TV isn’t working on your Chromecast with Google TV, it may be for the following reasons.

Most of the common causes are listed below

1. Unstable or poor internet connectivity
2. YouTube TV server down issue
3. Subscription to YouTube TV is expired
4. Outdated version of the YouTube TV app
5. YouTube TV is geo-restricted
6. Chromecast with Google TV runs on an outdated version

Issue Type	Causes	Fixes
Connectivity-Related Issue	1. YouTube TV is not loading or opening 2. Media playback buffering or stopped playing	Reset your router, move closer to your router or switch to a wired connection.
Service-Related Issue	YouTube TV server outage	Check YouTube TV’s website and check if there are any known outages or maintenance periods.
Device-Related Issue	1. Outdated app version 2. Outdated Google TV software	1. Update the app to the latest version, clear the app cache and data, uninstall and reinstall the app 2. Update the device software to the latest version and check if the software is supported by YouTube TV.

Connectivity-Related Issue:

If you come across YouTube TV not loading, opening, or media playback buffering or stopped playing, then it is because of the WIFI or internet connection issue of the Google TV.

Service-Related Issue:

You may come across service-related issues when there is a problem with billing or payment. If the content that you intend to stream is not available on YouTube TV, that is also related to service issues.

Device-Related Issue:

Not all the time, the issue may be with YouTube TV. Sometimes, the app may not work when there is a bug or temporary glitch within Google TV. It can be resolved by a general reboot or a hard reset.

Fixes

Our team of troubleshooting experts recommends the following fixes to try when you get YouTube TV not working issue.

Connectivity Related Fixes

Here are the possible fixes for the connectivity-related issue of YouTube TV that you will face when you try to stream on Google TV.

1. Perform an Internet Speed Test

Is YouTube TV not loading on Google TV? If so, it may be due to an unstable or poor WIFI connection.

Performing a speed test for the WIFI connection of your Google TV will help find out if there is an internet connection issue. You must have a minimum of 3mbps-8mbps to watch the YouTube TV app on your Google TV. If the speed test result is below average, choose a different WIFI on Google TV for buffer-free streaming.

2. Restart the WIFI Router

Restarting your router will fix internet throttling or bandwidth-related issue. With this, you may be able to stream YouTube TV without buffering. However, if you still find lagging issues while streaming YouTube TV, you shall reach out to your ISP to resolve the issue.

3. Disconnect Other Devices

YouTube TV may not work, or the video lags if the WIFI or internet is shared between different devices. When the bandwidth is shared, you may find YouTube TV not working issue on Google TV. So, it is recommended to disconnect other devices, excluding your Google TV, to watch YouTube TV without limitations or load time.

Service-Related Fixes

Here are the service-related fixes for YouTube TV not working issue on Google TV.

1. Relaunch YouTube TV

At times, YouTube TV may be crashed if too many users have tried to access it at the same time. You shall close and relaunch the app on your Google TV to check if it is working.

2. YouTube TV Down

When there is a YouTube TV outage, you may not be able to stream the desired content. You shall check for the YouTube TV status by visiting Downdetector.

If you find a YouTube TV server down issue, unfortunately, nothing can be done from the user end. The issue needs to be fixed from the developer’s end. With that, you will be able to stream YouTube TV without any issues.

3. Renew Subscription

YouTube TV stops working on Google TV when you try to stream any of its offerings after the subscription expiry. Fortunately, it can be fixed easily by renewing the service with the plan of your choice.

4. Unblock YouTube TV Geo-Restrictions

As YouTube TV is only accessible in the USA & its territories, you may face geo-restrictions if you try streaming YouTube TV from other regions. With a trusted VPN like NordVPN or ExpressVPN, you can unblock the service and further stream its content.

5. Log Out & Log In to YouTube TV

At times, a temporary bug or error may be the reason why YouTube TV doesn’t work on your Google TV. It can be resolved upon logging out and logging back into your account again.

6. Update YouTube TV App

You will come across YouTube TV not working on Google TV if you haven’t updated the app in a while on your Google TV. You need to update the app on your Google TV every once in a while to avoid these issues.

To Update YouTube TV:

• From Google TV Home, select Your Apps > Select YouTube TV > Click the Ok button to update the app on your TV.

7. Uninstall YouTube TV Updates

In most cases, Google TV apps will auto-update in the background. The update may be interrupted or might not have been installed properly, and as a result, YouTube TV goes non-working. The user can remove the app on Google TV and get back to the previous version of YouTube TV on Google TV.

To Uninstall YouTube TV Update:

• Go to the Apps section > Long-press the YouTube TV app icon > Select Uninstall Updates > Launch YouTube TV to use its stable version.

8. YouTube TV Screen Limit Maxed Out

Based on the subscription plan, you can stream YouTube TV simultaneously on upto three devices. When you try exceeding the limit, you may come across YouTube TV not working issue. To get rid of this issue, you shall log out of YouTube TV on any other device and try logging in on your Google TV. In case you have shared your account with others, then reset the YouTube TV password to use it on your TV.

Device Related Fixes

Here are the possible fixes for the device-related issue when you face while streaming YouTube TV.

1. Watch YouTube TV on a Different Device

When YouTube TV is not working, you can try to watch YouTube TV on any of your devices to check if the issue is with the service or device. If you can watch YouTube TV content on one another device, it means the problem is with your Google TV.

2. Clear YouTube TV Cache

YouTube TV stores your search history, preference, and other data in the cache memory. If the cache files are corrupted, you might come across YouTube TV failing to work on Google TV. It is recommended to delete the cache files on Google TV every once a week.

To Cear Cache:

• Go to Apps > Select YouTube TV > Choose Clear Cache.

3. Force Stop YouTube TV on Google TV

Force closing YouTube TV on your Google TV is one of the best troubleshooting tricks when you come across an app not working issue. It will fix any temporary bug and lets you stream YouTube TV without limitation.

To Force Close YouTube TV:

• Go to Settings > Select Apps > Highlight YouTube TV > Press Enter > Select Force Stop.

4. Restart Google TV

At times, Google TV may misbehave, and it may be the reason for YouTube TV not working. A simple restart of Google TV will fix the issue, and you will be able to watch your desired content on your TV.

To Restart Google TV:

• Press the Power button on the TV remote > Select Restart.

5. Update Google TV

If you haven’t updated your Google TV in a while, then it may be the cause of YouTube TV not working. It is because the outdated version may hold bugs and issues, or the latest version of YouTube TV may not be compatible with the current version of your Google TV. All these issues can be resolved upon using the latest version of Google tvOS.

To Update Google TV:

• Press Quick Settings on the remote > Select Settings > Click System > Choose About > Enable Automatic Updates to update the Chromecast with Google TV.

6. Reset Google TV

When none of the troubleshooting tricks has helped you resolve the YouTube TV Not Working on Google TV, then you shall opt to factory reset the Chromecast with Google TV. We recommend it as a last resort to be done as it will erase all the data, including your customizations and preferences. Upon resetting, you need to connect the Google TV from the start. Then, you can reinstall YouTube TV on your Chromecast with Google TV to further stream the service without issue.

Contact YouTube TV Customer Support

If you cannot get resolved the issue, we recommend you contact customer support at YouTube TV. You may look for the FAQ or Help page of YouTube TV for any general answers. In addition, you can avail the customer support via live chat or call to get assistance and thereby fix YouTube TV issues.

Alternatives of YouTube TV

Check out the table if you want to try some other streaming services or the best rival of YouTube TV.

Service Name	Price (Basic)	Website	Installation Guide
Sling	$40/month	www.sling.com	Sling on Google TV
Philo	$25/month	www.philo.com	Philo on Google TV
Frndly TV	$6.99/month	www.frndlytv.com	Frndly TV on Google TV
Pluto TV	Free (29 channels)	www.pluto.tv	Pluto TV on Google TV
Xumo TV	Free (13 channels)	www.xumo.tv	Xumo on Google TV

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