YouTube TV is making efforts to regain former subscribers by offering a substantial discount. Individuals who have recently ended their subscription may be eligible for savings of up to $60.
In a bid to reconnect with past subscribers, YouTube TV, under Google’s umbrella, is proposing a “we miss you” perk. Reportedly, the streaming behemoth is subtly unveiling a retention offer for certain users who have previously terminated or suspended their subscriptions.
This offer isn’t a universal price reduction, so don’t anticipate it appearing spontaneously on your bill. Based on an unnamed source, a portion of users have uncovered a promotional code that discounts their one-month subscription cost by $60.
Since this is a targeted strategy to regain customers, individuals must seek out the offer. Here’s how to do it:
Access YouTube TV via a web browser (not the mobile app).
Click on your profile icon and navigate to Settings.
Choose Membership.
Under the “Base Plan” section, look for a Manage button or a visible offer.
If you find the promotion, you have the option to redeem it immediately. However, if you don’t see it, you might be momentarily out of luck.
There’s no doubt that streaming costs are becoming exorbitant. With YouTube TV’s monthly cost nearing $83, it is considerably one of the most expensive options available, even though it is one of the highest quality services. A $60 discount, even just for one month, makes the service more competitive, particularly against chief competitor Hulu + Live TV.
For comparison, Hulu + Live TV currently begins at approximately $89.99 per month (with ads included), although this price incorporates Disney+ and ESPN+, adding significant value if you utilize these services. On the other hand, more affordable alternatives like Sling TV range around the $40-$60 mark but come with a more complicated channel division (Orange vs. Blue) and fewer premium features like unlimited DVR.
Obtaining YouTube TV for roughly $20 positions it in an attractive price bracket, albeit for a limited period.
If I had recently terminated my YouTube TV subscription due to cost, this offer would not be sufficient to entice me back. In my view, the service provides the most seamless live TV experience available for purchase. Nevertheless, I would require more than a one-month discount to return if the initial issue was with pricing.
Additionally, if you discontinued because the platform lacked specific channels (like the A&E networks or regional sports networks) or if you are drawn to the bundled value of Hulu, a temporary price reduction will not resolve these inherent issues. However, if you’re merely aiming to save money during football season, there’s no harm in accepting the offer, as there’s no contract to sign, and you have the freedom to transition to a more affordable option.
What is YouTube TV’s new offer?
YouTube TV is offering a discount of up to $60 for one month to certain former subscribers in an attempt to win them back.
How can I find out if I am eligible for the discount?
To check eligibility, log in to YouTube TV from a web browser, click on your profile icon, go to Settings, select Membership, and look for a Manage button or visible offer under the “Base Plan” section.
Is this offer enough to draw back former subscribers?
While the discount makes the service more competitively priced for a month, it might not be enough to attract former users back long-term, especially if they left due to high costs or lack of certain channels. However, as there are no contracts, there’s no harm in taking the offer for the short term.
