YouTube Introduces Premium Lite for $7.99 in the US

The new subscription tier offers ad-free viewing for most videos but excludes features like background play and music streaming.

YouTube Premium Lite is now available in the US for $7.99 per month, offering ad-free viewing for most videos, including gaming, fashion, beauty, and news content.
Ads will still appear on music videos, Shorts, and during searches and browsing, making it less comprehensive than the $13.99 Premium plan.
The Lite plan excludes features like offline downloads, background play, and ad-free YouTube Music, catering to users focused solely on ad-free video content.
The subscription tier has been tested in countries like Germany, Thailand, and Australia, with plans to expand further in 2025.
YouTube reports over 125 million combined subscribers for its Premium and Music services, positioning the Lite tier as a lower-cost entry point into its offerings.