YouTube TV Offers $10 Credit To Users Due To Ongoing Disney Dispute: How To Claim

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TV is offering a $10 credit to select subscribers following the recent removal of Disney-owned channels from its streaming platform. The move comes as part of YouTube’s effort to ease user frustration amid an ongoing contract dispute with Disney.

How To Claim The Credit

Eligible users can manually activate the $10 credit by heading to Settings > Membership > Manage Plan on the desktop version of YouTube TV. Once applied, the credit will automatically reduce the monthly bill for the next six months, after which regular pricing resumes.However, not everyone will see the option right away. YouTube says the offer is being rolled out gradually so users are advised to keep checking their account settings.

Why Disney Channels Disappeared

The blackout stems from a licensing and pricing dispute between YouTube TV and Disney. The disagreement has led to the removal of over 20 popular channels, including ABC, ESPN, and FX.In a statement, YouTube accused Disney of taking an 'unnecessarily aggressive' stance in negotiations but said it remains committed to finding a fair resolution as soon as possible.Adding to subscriber frustration, even recorded content from Disney networks has been removed from YouTube TV’s cloud DVR service, leaving users without access to their saved shows and sports broadcasts.

What’s Next

As talks continue, YouTube is trying to maintain goodwill with its customers by offering this $10 credit. The company says it’s focused on restoring access to the affected channels and keeping communication transparent with subscribers during the blackout.If you’re a YouTube TV user, it’s worth checking your account to see if the $10 credit has appeared, a small but welcome relief until Disney channels return.