You will find nearly 800 million videos of all kinds, from clips, reports to videos from YouTubers who have since made it a very lucrative activity. Which makes it the most complete and diverse video streaming service in the world, far ahead of the several tens of thousands of videos found on Netflix or Prime Video.
Youtube today replaces television for many Internet users with its channels and personalized content. She also surfs social media trends with her Shorts which often feature Instagram Stories or Real Stories or TikTok videos.
What are the prices of Youtube Premium?
Although Youtube is free and open to access, it is possible to switch to a more complete “Premium” version and above all without advertising. Here are the current prices for Youtube Premium:
- €12.99/month for the Individual subscription;
- €23.99/month for the Family subscription;
- €7.99/month for the Student subscription.
Which Youtube Premium subscription to choose?
Youtube Premium Individual subscription
Ideal for a single person (with a single account), the Individual plan allows you to benefit from numerous advantages. It will be perfect if you are a regular YouTube user who is tired of ads. No more videos interspersed with uninteresting spots!
The paid version of Youtube also allows you to multitask thanks to the possibility of listening in the background. If you don’t have an internet connection everywhere, you can also download videos beforehand.
Youtube Premium Family subscription
This formula offers the same advantages as the Individual subscription, with the difference that it is intended for families. You can in fact add up to 5 members from the same household. The price is therefore twice as expensive.
Note that users must be at least 13 years old and must have a Google account.
Youtube Premium Student subscription
This very interesting offer allows students to benefit from Youtube Premium at an affordable price. Another significant advantage: each subscriber benefits from a free one-month trial period.
To be eligible for this offer, you must be enrolled in a higher education establishment. This eligibility is checked every year. The subscription can be taken out at a reduced rate for a maximum of 4 years.
Et Youtube Music Premium ?
It’s a gift! By subscribing to the Youtube Premium subscription, you automatically benefit from free access to Youtube Music.
The free version of Youtube
Requiring only a Google account, access to Youtube is basically completely free. You can watch any videos you want on all kinds of devices. The major difference obviously lies in the presence of advertising, which is sometimes quite invasive.
Background mode and video downloading are also not available. This version may nevertheless be sufficient if you are only an occasional user of the application.
Which Youtube Premium subscription to choose?
Find all the characteristics of Youtube Premium subscriptions to better make your choice:
| Comparative table of subscriptions and their characteristics | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Particular | Family | Student | |
| Monthly cost | 12,99€ | 23,99€ | 7,99€ |
| Number of users | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Advertisement | Non | Non | Non |
| Offline mode | Oui | Oui | Oui |
How to watch Youtube Premium?
You can use Youtube Premium almost anywhere and anytime. Here is the list of devices with which you can watch videos with Youtube Premium:
- smartphones and tablets (Android, iPhones and iPads running iOS11 minimum);
- smart TV (Android TV, Google TV, Samsung, LG, Vizio, Hisense, Sharp, Sony) ;
- streaming media players (Chromecast, Google TV, Roku, Apple TV and Fire TV);
- game consoles (XBOX, Playstation 4, 4 Pro and 5);
- Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max (smart display);
How to subscribe to Youtube Premium?
From a computer:
To subscribe to the Youtube Premium subscription from a computer, you will need to follow the following steps:
- go to https://www.youtube.com/;
- click on the 3 horizontal bars next to the Youtube logo;
- in the Other Youtube content section go to Youtube Premium;
- choose the offer of your choice and follow the instructions on the screen.
From a smartphone:
Here is the procedure to follow to subscribe to Youtube Premium from a smartphone:
- open the Youtube application;
- select the You icon;
- select the wrench representing the settings;
- choose Purchases and subscriptions;
- select the desired offer;
- follow the instructions displayed on the screen.
How to cancel your Youtube Premium subscription?
Are you finally not convinced by Youtube Premium? Please note that you can end it whenever you want, the subscription being without obligation.
Here are the steps to unsubscribe:
- select your profile photo;
- choose the Paid subscriptions section;
- select Continue to cancel;
- choose the reason for terminating your subscription;
- select Next;
- choose Yes, cancel.
FAQ
Are there annual subscriptions for Youtube Premium?
Although they exist in other countries such as the United States, Germany or Mexico, Premium annual subscriptions are unfortunately not available in France. The only solution would be to use a VPN to take advantage of it.
Do we have free access to films and series for purchase on Youtube with Youtube Premium?
Most films and series on Youtube remain available for purchase or rental, even with a Youtube Premium subscription. Only a few films are free from the Films and TV series section.
How to get Youtube Premium without paying?
You just need to use the free version of Youtube or take advantage of the free trial period of Youtube Premium which can be one or 2 months.
Youtube ou Dailymotion ?
We would tend to prefer YouTube where you will find the largest number of videos from around the world. But Dailymotion has not said its last word. The French platform recently rethought its entire operation and design and today intends to compete with Youtube or TikTok.
