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YouTube Raises Premium Price in U.S. to $15.99, Family Plan to $26.99

YouTube cites product investment as the reason for the higher fee.

Overview

  • YouTube notified U.S. Premium members by email that monthly fees will increase.
  • The new monthly prices are $15.99 for individuals and $26.99 for family plans.
  • The company said the change will help improve Premium and support creators and artists on the platform.
  • Users posted sharp criticism on social media, and some said they canceled their subscriptions immediately.
  • Viewers also complained about long unskippable TV ads and noted different prices when renewing on desktop versus mobile.