How To Fix YouTube Working On Google TV?

To fix YouTube issues on your Google TV, try these steps based on the search results:

  1. Check Network Connection: Ensure your Wi-Fi is turned on and connected to the correct network. A weak or unstable connection might cause YouTube to malfunction.

  2. Restart and Try Again: Restart your Google TV by going to Settings, selecting System, then choosing Restart.

  3. Force Stop YouTube:

    • Go to Google TV Settings.
    • Scroll to Apps.
    • Select See all apps.
    • Locate YouTube and Force stop it.
    • After a few seconds, go back to the home screen and launch YouTube again.
  4. Clear YouTube Cache:

    • Go to Settings.
    • Scroll to Apps.
    • Select See all apps.
    • Find YouTube and Clear cache.
    • If necessary, also Clear data, but only after clearing the cache if the issue persists. Note that this step might sign you out of your account on YouTube.
  5. Check for System Updates: Go to Settings, select System, then About, and opt for Check for Update to install any available updates.

  6. Uninstall YouTube Updates: If YouTube issues began after an update, uninstall the update:

    • Go to YouTube app info in Settings.
    • Select Uninstall updates.
    • Confirm the decision and try the app again with a fresh install.
  7. Disable VPN: If you're using a VPN and YouTube is misbehaving, try disabling it to see if it resolves the issue.

  8. Check YouTube Servers: If YouTube isn't working for everyone, it could be a server issue. Visit Downdetector to verify.

  9. Clear App Data: Go to Settings, select Apps, then See all apps. Find YouTube, Clear data, and play your videos again.

  10. Reset to Factory Settings: If none of the above methods work, consider a factory reset. Go to Settings, select System, About, and choose Factory Reset.

These steps aim to help you troubleshoot and potentially fix issues with YouTube on your Google TV. If you continue to experience problems, consider contacting Google TV support for direct assistance.