YouTube Premium price increases have hit each of its tiers after the video streaming platform announced its first hikes since 2023.
YouTube further clarified the reasoning for the price increases in a statement sent to The Hollywood Reporter .
The message says the company is updating its price in the US for the first time in three years to “continue delivering a high-quality experience that supports creators and artists on YouTube.”
YouTube Premium features a number of offerings for members, including ad-free experiences, video downloads for offline viewing, and background play.
Recent additions include a jump-ahead tool, high-quality audio, faster video speeds, and picture-in-picture for Shorts.
The Music tier is geared toward users who gravitate to the platform for songs and podcasts, while the Premium Lite tier has similar-but-limited versions of the base tier benefits at a lower price point.
As streaming companies continue to raise prices, you can check out IGN’s list of the best streaming discounts for students in 2026 .
You can also check out some of the best bundles here .
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