YouTube Launches Cheaper 'Premium Lite' Subscription in the U.S.

The $7.99 plan offers ad-free video viewing but excludes music, offline downloads, and background playback.

YouTube has introduced its 'Premium Lite' subscription tier in the U.S., priced at $7.99 per month.
The plan removes ads from most videos but excludes music videos, offline downloads, and background playback functionality.
Premium Lite is aimed at users who primarily watch non-music content and prefer a lower-cost option to avoid ads.
The service has been tested in select countries since 2021 and will soon expand to Thailand, Germany, and Australia.
YouTube now boasts over 125 million global subscribers across its Music and Premium services, including trial users.