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YouTube Raises U.S. Prices for Premium and Music Subscriptions

YouTube is increasing the monthly cost of Premium, Premium Lite, and YouTube Music plans in the United States for both new and existing subscribers, marking its first U.S. Premium price change since 2023.

Key Takeaways

YouTube is raising U.S. prices for Premium, Premium Lite, and YouTube Music.
The individual Premium plan will increase from $13.99 to $15.99 per month.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 12, 2026·via techcrunch.com

Google Tests Locking YouTube Music Lyrics Behind Paywall

Google is experimenting with restricting song lyrics on YouTube Music to paid subscribers only. The move sparks backlash from users who relied on the free feature.

Key Takeaways

Google is testing locking YouTube Music song lyrics behind a $13.99/month Premium paywall in select markets
Free-tier users see blurred lyrics with a lock icon, sparking backlash from the YouTube Music community

DT Editorial Team·Feb 12, 2026·5 min read·via theverge.com