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Updated January 2026

YouTube Premium Price in 2026

Ad-free videos, background play, YouTube Music, and exclusive content. Compare Individual, Family, and Student plan prices across 10 countries.

Quick Answer

YouTube Premium costs $13.99/month for individuals in the US as of January 2026. The Family plan ($22.99/mo) covers up to 6 members. Student pricing is $7.99/month with verification. India has the lowest prices globally at just ₹149/month (~$1.79).

What's Included in YouTube Premium?

🚫

Ad-Free Videos

No pre-roll, mid-roll, or banner ads

📱

Background Play

Audio continues when app is minimized

⬇️

Offline Downloads

Save videos to watch without internet

🎵

YouTube Music

Full music streaming service included

YouTube Premium Prices by Country (2026)

CountryIndividualFamily (6)Student
🇺🇸 USA$13.99$22.99$7.99
🇬🇧 UK£12.99£19.99£7.99
🇩🇪 Germany12.9922.997.49
🇫🇷 France12.9922.997.49
🇳🇱 Netherlands12.9922.997.49
🇪🇸 Spain12.9917.997.49
🇮🇹 Italy12.9921.997.49
🇮🇳 India14929989
🇨🇦 CanadaC$13.99C$22.99C$7.99
🇦🇺 AustraliaA$16.99A$29.99A$9.99

* Prices verified from official YouTube Premium pages, January 2026. Family plan includes up to 6 members in the same household.

Is YouTube Premium Worth It?

✓ Worth It If...

  • You watch 2+ hours of YouTube daily
  • You use YouTube Music (it's included!)
  • You listen while commuting (background play)
  • You share with family (just $3.83/person with Family plan)

✗ Skip It If...

  • You only watch occasionally
  • You already pay for Spotify/Apple Music
  • You use ad blockers (though YouTube is cracking down)

How Easy Is It to Cancel?

Very Easy to Cancel (Score: 9/10)

Cancel anytime via YouTube app or youtube.com/paid_memberships. No hidden fees or retention tactics. Access continues until billing period ends.

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