A major snag has hit YouTube TV users: recordings from the library aren’t playable. YouTube TV has acknowledged the problem and says engineers are on it, working toward a fix.
Over the last several hours, subscribers have reported that trying to play shows from the recorded library fails across devices—mobile apps, smart TVs, and the web. The message commonly points to the content provider (such as NBC, ESPN, ABC, etc.) having “restricted access.”
The issue isn’t universal, but it affects a noticeable portion of users.
In a forum post, Google confirmed the problem with recorded content and stated that a fix isn’t available yet. The company added that some users may see a “Restricted recording” or a “go back” prompt when attempting to start a recorded program. Updates will be shared here as soon as they’re available, and users are encouraged to leave comments about their experiences.
Additional YouTube TV news and context:
- YouTube TV has recently added C-SPAN channels after a fee agreement with Google.
- Univision channels are returning after a two-month blackout.
- There are reports of a potential lower-cost sports bundle coming next year.
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