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In summary:
- Tech Advisor has reported that YouTube Premium is increasing its subscription prices in the US, with individual plans going up to $15.99/month and family plans to $26.99/month.
- Existing subscribers will see these price hikes starting in June 2026, while new users will immediately pay the updated rates.
- The price increases apply to all tiers, including the Lite plan at $8.99/month. Subscribers have the option to cancel or pause their subscriptions if the costs become too high.
After introducing unskippable ads, YouTube users are facing another change. Starting in June 2026, using the service without ads could cost up to $4 more.
The updated prices have already taken effect for new users, with existing customers being notified of the upcoming changes via email. The new pricing for the different YouTube Premium packages is as follows:
- Individual: $15.99/month, up from $13.99
- Family: $26.99/month, up from $22.99
- Lite: $8.99/month, up from $7.99
The price increase for YouTube Premium may not be well-received by users, but it is not unexpected. The platform has not raised its subscription costs since 2023, unlike Netflix which regularly raises its prices.
If you find the cost of ad-free viewing too high, you always have the option to cancel or pause your subscription for up to six months. This can be done in your YouTube account under the Membership section.
