YouTube Premium Price History & How to Cancel
No US price change since 2023, $13.99 buys ad-free YouTube plus YouTube Music, one of streaming's better holdouts.
How much does YouTube Premium cost?
| Plan | Current price |
|---|---|
| Individual | $13.99/mo |
| Family (up to 5 extra) | $22.99/mo |
| Student | $7.99/mo |
US list prices; taxes, promotions, and app-store billing may differ. Last reviewed July 10, 2026.
Verify on the official pricing pageYouTube Premium price history
July 2023
Individual rose $11.99 → $13.99; Family went to $22.99.
How to cancel YouTube Premium
- 1Go to youtube.com/paid_memberships while signed in.
- 2Click Manage membership next to Premium.
- 3Select Deactivate → Cancel (or Pause instead, up to 6 months).
- 4Confirm; Premium benefits last until the period ends.
Subscribed through the iOS app? You paid Apple's higher price ($18.99), cancel via Apple subscriptions and resubscribe on the web for $13.99.
Open the official account or cancellation pageWhat to know before you cancel
YouTube Premium can be paused (1–6 months) instead of cancelled, rare among streamers. iOS in-app subscribers overpay ~$5/month due to App Store fees; always subscribe on the web. The Family plan requires all members in the same household address, and Google does check.
Free trial policy
1-month free trial for new members; frequent 2-3 month promos.
Frequently asked questions
How much is YouTube Premium?
Current US list prices for YouTube Premium are Individual: $13.99/mo · Family (up to 5 extra): $22.99/mo · Student: $7.99/mo. Taxes, promotions, bundles, and third-party billing can change the final price.
How do I cancel YouTube Premium?
Start here: Go to youtube.com/paid_memberships while signed in. Complete the remaining confirmation steps before leaving the account page, and save the cancellation email or screenshot.
Does YouTube Premium include YouTube Music?
Yes, Premium includes full YouTube Music Premium (worth $10.99 alone). If you already pay for Spotify or Apple Music, switching your music to YouTube Music effectively makes ad-free YouTube cost ~$3/month.
Can I pause YouTube Premium instead of cancelling?
Yes, for 1 to 6 months. Billing stops, your settings survive, and membership resumes automatically. It's the better option if you're just trimming spending for a season.
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