Overview
- YouTube is targeting users who use VPNs to sign up for cheaper Premium subscriptions in different countries.
- Affected users have reported receiving cancellation notices via email and in-app notifications.
- Google support confirms cancellations for accounts with falsified signup country information.
- YouTube Premium prices vary significantly by region, prompting the use of VPNs to exploit lower rates.
- YouTube's crackdown follows recent efforts to disable ad blockers and ensure compliance with its terms of service.