How to Delete Episodes on YouTube TV?

YouTube’s Cloud DVR service is one of the top choices in TV entertainment, allowing users to schedule and record an unlimited videos. In this article, we will guide users on How to delete episodes on YouTube TV?

How to Delete Episodes on YouTube TV via Desktop?

This guide shows users how to delete scheduled recordings through the desktop. Please note that you cannot manually delete saved episodes (those already recorded) . This guide covers how to delete and remove scheduled recordings that are yet to happen. See the steps below:

  1. Go to the YouTube TV website.
Go to the YouTube TV website.
  1. Sign in to your account.
  2. Find the Library tab and click it. 
  3. Search for the movie or show you wish to remove.
  4. Click on it to enter the movie/show page.
  5. Click the checkmark icon. It will effectively remove the selected movie or show from the library.
Sign in to your account.

How to Delete Episodes on YouTube TV via Mobile?

This guide shows users how to delete scheduled recordings on your mobile device through the app. Please note that saved episodes (those already recorded) on YouTube cannot be manually deleted. This guide covers how to delete and remove scheduled recordings that are yet to happen. See the steps below:

  1. Tap the YouTube TV app on your Home screen or app library.
Tap the YouTube TV app on your Home screen or app library.
  1. Sign in to your account. (If not yet signed in)
  1. Find the movie or show you wish to remove
Find the movie or show you wish to remove
  1. Tap to open the movie or show’s page in the app
Tap to open the movie or show's page in the app
  1. Find the check mark icon and tap it to remove the movie or show from the library.
Find the check mark icon and tap it to remove the movie or show from the library.

While users cannot manually delete shows already saved to the library, YouTube TV automatically removes them after 9 months from the date of download.

FAQs on YouTube Videos

 If I can’t delete my recordings, will they remain in my library for good?

While there is currently no way to delete recordings manually, all movies and shows are automatically deleted from the library after 9 months from the download date.

Do I get to keep movies or shows that haven’t been watched yet?

YouTube TV deletes recordings after the 9 months period, whether or not users have watched that recording.

Can I redownload deleted videos?

Yes, you can. Add the deleted recordings again to restore them to your library. This will refresh your 9-month countdown from the beginning.

How many recordings does YouTube permit?

YouTube TV’s Cloud DVR function offers the unique feature of unlimited recordings. You can record an infinite amount of movies and shows on YouTube TV.

 Is YouTube TV only limited to TV?

Contrary to its name, YouTube TV is compatible with phones, tablets, and computers also . The cloud DVR allows you to take your favorite shows anywhere with you together with your mobile devices. 

Automatic Deletion of YouTube Videos

While to delete recordings manually is inconvenient for some people, YouTube TV does offer  automatic deletion, removing viewers from the hassle of manually managing the library. Users do not need to worry about limits as the Cloud DVR feature lets them enjoy an unlimited amount of movies and shows. 

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