How to Add Users on YouTube TV
YouTube TV is a popular streaming service that offers live TV channels and on-demand content. One of the great features of YouTube TV is the ability to add multiple users to your account, allowing each person in your household to have their own personalized experience. Adding users not only enables individual recommendations and DVR libraries but also allows multiple users to watch different shows simultaneously on different devices. If you’re wondering how to add users on YouTube TV, follow the step-by-step guide below.
1. Open YouTube TV:
– Launch the YouTube TV app or visit the YouTube TV website (tv.youtube.com) on your preferred device.
– Ensure that you are signed in to your YouTube TV account using your primary credentials.
2. Navigate to the Account Settings:
– On the website, click on your profile picture in the top right corner of the screen.
– In the mobile app, tap on your profile picture in the top left corner of the screen.
3. Open Settings:
– In the dropdown menu (website) or the sidebar (mobile app), select “Settings” or “Settings & Membership.”
4. Select the “Family Sharing” tab:
– On the website, click on the “Membership” tab.
– On the mobile app, choose “Family Sharing” from the sidebar.
5. Click on “Set Up”:
– In the “Family Sharing” section, click on the “Set Up” button.
6. Enter a New User’s Email:
– Type the email address of the person you want to invite as a new user in the designated field.
– Make sure it is an email address that they have access to and can receive the invitation.
7. Send the Invitation:
– Once you’ve entered the correct email address, click on the “Send Invitation” button.
– An email invitation will be sent to the specified email address.
8. New User Accepts Invitation:
– The recipient of the invitation needs to open their email and find the YouTube TV invitation.
– In the email, they should click on the provided “Accept Invitation” button.
9. If the User Doesn’t Have a YouTube TV Account:
– The recipient will be directed to a page where they can either sign in with an existing YouTube or Google account or create a new one.
10. Confirm Sharing Preferences:
– Once the new user has successfully signed in or created an account, they will be asked to confirm their sharing preferences.
– They can choose from either sharing their live TV services (including DVR recordings) with your household or opting for only on-demand content.
11. Repeat for Additional Users:
– To add more users, simply repeat the process from step 6 onwards.
– The invitation email can be sent to different email addresses for each additional user.
That’s it! You’ve successfully added users to your YouTube TV account. Each user will have their personalized profile, recommendations, and DVR library, providing a customized experience for everyone in your household.
It’s worth noting that YouTube TV allows up to six accounts per household. While three simultaneous streams are allowed, users can stream from up to three separate locations, so family members aren’t limited to your home network. However, if more than three streams are active simultaneously, users streaming after the third will receive a prompt to stop one of the active streams.
Now that you know how to add users on YouTube TV, you can share your account with family members, friends, or roommates. Each user can enjoy the full range of features and benefits offered by YouTube TV while having the flexibility to personalize their content preferences. Enjoy streaming on YouTube TV!