Some YouTube TV subscribers are discovering a surprise $10 monthly discount in their account settings, totaling $60 in savings over six months. However, contrary to early speculation, this discount is not related to the recent removal of Disney channels from the platform.
According to YouTube TV spokesperson Jess Gibby, these credits are specifically "for subscribers who previously canceled or paused their subscriptions" and is unrelated to the ongoing Disney dispute.
What happened with Disney and YouTube TV?
On October 30, YouTube TV removed more than 20 Disney-owned channels after negotiations between the companies broke down.
The removed channels include major networks like ABC stations, various ESPN channels, and National Geographic programming. This sudden change has left many subscribers without access to popular sports and entertainment content they were paying for.
When the channels first disappeared, YouTube TV promised affected users would receive a $20 one-time credit if the Disney networks remained unavailable for an extended period of time. According to Gibby, YouTube TV will alert subscribers when this becomes available.
How to check your account
1. Log in to Youtube TV
The discount isn't being automatically applied or announced to all subscribers, according to user reports on Reddit.
To check if you've received the credit, log into your YouTube TV account through a web browser and go to Settings.
2. Manage Plan
Next, click Membership and then Manage. If you're eligible for the discount, you should see the $10 monthly credit applied to your bill.
3. Redeem your offer
Click agree if you want to redeem your offer. It will lower the price of the base plan for $10 a month for 6 months.
Why only some subscribers are seeing this offer
This targeted discount may be part of YouTube TV's strategy to win back subscribers who have considered leaving the service.
The $60 credit is specifically designed as a retention offer for those who have previously paused or canceled their subscriptions. If you've been a continuous YouTube TV subscriber without any breaks in service, you likely won't see this offer in your account.
This type of targeted discount is common practice among streaming services looking to reduce subscriber churn. By offering temporary price reductions to customers who have shown a willingness to leave, YouTube TV hopes to extend their commitment to the platform.
