YouTube has raised the prices for its Premium subscription plans in India. The monthly Premium plan now begins at Rs 149. These adjustments affect all YouTube Premium plans. If you want to know all the details regarding the new changes, we have got you covered. Continue reading to know everything.
YouTube Premium Subscription Plans and Pricing
Google has raised the prices of its premium subscription plans in India by 50 per cent. This change impacts Student, Individual, and Family plans. Check the table below to compare the new and old prices.
| YouTube Premium Plans | New Price | Old Price | Difference |
| Individual (Monthly) | Rs 149 | Rs 129 | Rs 20 |
| Student (Monthly) | Rs 89 | Rs 79 | Rs 10 |
| Family (Monthly) | Rs 299 | Rs 189 | Rs 110 |
| Individual Prepaid (Monthly) | Rs 159 | Rs 139 | Rs 20 |
| Individual Prepaid (Quarterly) | Rs 459 | Rs 399 | Rs 60 |
| Individual Prepaid (Annual) | Rs 1,490 | Rs 1,290 | Rs 200 |
According to the company, these rates will take effect, starting in October 2024. However, the new prices are live on the YouTube Premium website. Let’s explore in detail what these premium plans include.
Individual Premium Plan
The monthly individual Premium plan is priced at Rs 149. This plan offers unlimited ad-free videos, the ability to watch videos offline, and use Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode. Additionally, you will get continuous access to YouTube Music.
Unless you cancel during the trial period, you will automatically be charged the listed price, and this will continue every month from the first billing date until you cancel your subscription.
Student Premium Plan
As a student, you can subscribe to YouTube Music or YouTube Premium and enjoy the same benefits as the Individual Premium plan at a discounted rate of Rs 89 per month.
This offer is available only to full-time students enrolled at higher education institutions in select countries, with eligibility verified by a third-party service. The membership is valid for up to four years, and you can re-verify your student status annually.
Family Premium Plan
The Family Premium plan is priced at Rs 299 per month and offers the same benefits as the Individual plan.
With this plan, you can invite up to five additional family members to join your Google family group and share your YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium subscriptions. All members must be at least 13 years old, have a Google Account, and live in the same household as the family manager.
YouTube Premium Free Offers
If you plan to subscribe to any of the YouTube Premium plans, you are eligible for a one-month free trial. This allows you to assess whether the plan meets your needs. If you choose not to continue, you can cancel the subscription by the billing date.
Benefits of YouTube Premium Memberships
Subscribing to YouTube Premium offers a variety of benefits. Here’s what you can enjoy:
- Ad-Free Viewing: Watch any YouTube video without interruptions from ads.
- Offline Downloads: Save videos to view when you’re offline.
- Background Play: Play videos while using other apps or when your screen is turned off.
- YouTube Music Premium: Stream music and music videos without any ads.
- Seamless Continuation: Start watching right where you left off for a smooth experience.
- Enhanced Playback Controls: Adjust playback speed and multitask with flexible controls.
- Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Mode: Watch videos in a small window while using other apps.
- Video Quality Adjustment: Stream videos in 1080p for high-quality viewing.
- Premium and Benefit Badges: Receive badges for your loyalty and achievements.
- Quick Navigation: Jump directly to the content that matters most to you.
How to Subscribe to YouTube Premium?
To get a YouTube Premium subscription, do the following:
- Launch the YouTube app on your mobile device or go to the website on your computer.
- Log in to the Google account you want to use for the subscription.
- Click on your profile icon and choose ‘YouTube Premium.’
- Pick the plan you prefer and finalize your purchase by following the prompts.
FAQs
Does YouTube Premium Offer a 1-year Subscription Plan?
Yes, YouTube provides an annual Premium subscription plan. Follow the steps to subscribe above and choose the plan.
How do I Cancel my YouTube Premium Subscription?
Open the YouTube app and tap on your profile picture. Navigate to ‘Paid memberships,’ then choose the subscription you wish to cancel. Tap ‘Continue to cancel,’ select your reason for cancelling, and then tap ‘Next.’ Confirm by tapping ‘Yes, Cancel.’
Can You Share YouTube Premium?
You can share YouTube Premium with others if you choose the Family plan. However, sharing is not available with the individual plan.
Can I Use YouTube Premium on 2 Devices?
With the YouTube Premium plan, you can stream on up to two devices simultaneously per account.
Can I get a YouTube Premium Subscription With Google One Plans?
The Google One plans primarily provide storage based on the selected plan. YouTube Premium is not included with Google One subscriptions.
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