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It can happen that YouTube does not work on TV. There are some steps you can take if you have problems with the streaming service
YouTube doesn’t work on TV – here’s how to solve the problem
When you try to watch YouTube videos on your smart TV, the app may not work. But don’t worry: in most cases, the problem can be fixed quickly.
- Outdated app version: Check whether your YouTube app is up to date. If necessary, download the latest version from the app store.
- Poor internet connection: Check if your internet connection is sufficient. If necessary, restart your router to see if this solves the problem.
- Cache problems: Clear the cache of your smart TV and the YouTube app. Refer to your device’s user manual for the exact procedure. You can usually find the app settings in the main menu, where you can select the YouTube app and clear its cache.
- Incompatible TV models: Not all smart TVs support the YouTube app. Check whether your TV model is compatible. Especially older TVs may not meet the necessary requirements for the app.
- Disruptions to YouTube servers: Sometimes YouTube’s servers are unstable due to a disruption or maintenance work. Then you can start the app and log in, but no videos are played. So the problem is not with you. Check with a malfunction indicator to see if there are any current malfunctions.
