𝙰𝙿𝙿𝙻𝙴 𝙵𝙴𝙴𝚂 𝙾𝙽 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐁𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐔𝐌

Okay, so I was shocked when I first realized YouTube Premium was costing me more than it should! Like many of you, I'm always looking for ways to save money, and this little trick has been a game-changer. My friend actually pointed it out to me after seeing my 'canceled YouTube Premium subscription' screen on my iPhone showing a renewal price of $18.99 per month. I thought, 'Wait, isn't it supposed to be cheaper?' Turns out, if you subscribe to YouTube Premium directly through the app on your iPhone, Apple takes a cut – a hefty 30% commission! That's why the price jumps from $13.99 per month (when you subscribe via a web browser) to $18.99 per month on iOS. It's a significant difference that adds up over a year! So, how do you avoid this 'Apple tax'? It's super simple! Instead of subscribing through the YouTube app, just open a web browser (like Safari or Chrome) on your iPhone, iPad, or computer, and go to youtube.com/premium. You'll see the option to sign up for the individual monthly plan for $13.99 with a free trial. Once you subscribe this way, your Premium benefits will apply to your account across all devices, including your iPhone app, without the extra charge. You'll still get all the ad-free viewing, background play, and downloads you love. But what about other plans? I've been looking into all the YouTube Premium pricing options myself to see what fits best. Besides the individual plan, there's also an annual plan for $139.99, which works out to be even cheaper per month if you commit for a year. And for families, the family plan for $22.99 per month is fantastic value if you have multiple users (up to 5 family members aged 13+ in the same household). Just remember, these prices are for web subscriptions, so always use a browser! If you're wondering about managing your subscription or if you've already subscribed through Apple, don't worry! You can easily check your subscription status or even renew YouTube Premium directly from your YouTube account settings on the web. If you initially subscribed via Apple, you'll likely need to cancel it through your iPhone's settings (under your Apple ID subscriptions) and then resubscribe via the web. It might seem like an extra step, but saving almost $60 a year is definitely worth it for me! This little trick has saved me a bunch, and I hope it helps you too. Always double-check where you're subscribing to ensure you're getting the best deal!