But YouTube’s new annual subscription plan has an odd caveat.
what you need to know
- YouTube has introduced an annual premium subscription option.
- The program is available for new users in the US and several other countries.
- It doesn’t auto-renew, which means users will have to buy another plan when it ends.
YouTube Premium has a lot of nice perks, and viewers can pay monthly, but now Google is offering a 12-month subscription option for those who prefer to pay a little less.
9to5Google discovered the new program detailed on Google’s support page. Of course, like most annual plans, you’ll have to pay a one-time fee up front, but you’ll get a monthly discount that brings the cost down to $108 for a year. This compares to the $144 per year you pay monthly. It’s not a bad deal.
However, there are some notable caveats to consider before making the switch. First, it’s not a recurring plan, so once it ends, your benefits will follow and you’ll have to sign up for another plan. It’s a bit odd that it doesn’t auto-renew, but it can benefit those who might not want to pay for another one-time subscription.
Also, the program is only available for new customers. It’s no surprise that while current subscribers can technically join the annual plan, they must cancel their current subscription to sign up.
Finally, the annual subscription option is only available in select countries, including the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Russia, Turkey, Germany, Thailand, India, and Japan. Google noted that Indian users can sign up after the prepaid plan ends.
Google also points out that you won’t get a partial refund if you cancel, so make sure you go all-in before signing up.
If you are interested, you can go to the registration page to participate in the transaction.If you use any of the best Android phones, you can do this by navigating to your profile photo and selecting Get YouTube Premium. From there, you will choose Save money on annual, family or student plans, Get the annual plan, and follow the steps. YouTube Music has similar plans and discounts.
However, it’s less than a week before the sale price ends on January 23, so you need to act fast.
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