YouTube TV subscribers who lost access to Disney channels last week might find a surprise waiting in their account settings. According to multiple reports — and our own findings — the streaming service is offering some users a $10 monthly credit for six months ,totaling $60 in savings. This could be an effort to make up for the sudden removal of over 20 popular Disney-owned channels.
This new discount appears to be separate from the $20 one-time credit YouTube TV promised when the Disney channels first disappeared. Here's how to check if you're receiving this credit and what to know about the situation.
What happened with Disney and YouTube TV?
Recently, YouTube TV removed more than 20 Disney-owned channels following what the company described as a breakdown in negotiations.
The removed channels include major networks like multiple ABC stations, various ESPN channels, and National Geographic programming. This sudden change left many subscribers without access to popular sports and entertainment content they were paying for.
When the channels first disappeared, YouTube promised affected users would receive a $20 credit on their bill if the Disney networks remained unavailable for an extended period. Again, this promo offer appears to be separate.
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.
3. Keep an eye out for official communication
The six-month credit appears to be distributed inconsistently among YouTube TV subscribers. The company has indicated via social media that subscribers should watch for an email with more details about compensation in the coming days, suggesting the situation is still evolving.
This isn't the first time YouTube TV has offered credits during channel disputes. The streaming service has previously negotiated with major networks like NBCUniversal, Paramount and Fox, sometimes offering temporary discounts when channels were unavailable.
However, the $60 total value makes this one of the more substantial compensations the service has provided to affected subscribers.
