The new YouTube Premium Lite subscription is cheaper, but doesn't block all ads

If you're using YouTube for music, the new offer is not for you

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Google launches the new YouTube Premium Lite subscription

Google just launched a new YouTube subscription plan called YouTube Premium Lite in the US. It offers an ad-free experience on most videos for just $7.99 a month.

So, what’s the deal with Premium Lite? Well, it’s a more affordable option compared to the regular YouTube Premium, which costs $13.99 a month. Now, the part with most videos is not really clear. Google mentions gaming, fashion, beauty, news, and more. You won’t have free access to YouTube Music so, you’ll probably still see ads on music content, music videos, and Shorts.

Another thing to note is that Premium Lite doesn’t include some of the perks that come with the full Premium plan. For example, you won’t be able to download videos for offline viewing or play videos in the background.

Google has been testing Premium Lite in a few countries, and now it’s finally available in the U.S. They’re also planning to expand it to more regions, including Thailand, Germany, and Australia, in the coming weeks.

So, if you’re looking for a cheaper way to enjoy YouTube without some of the ads, Premium Lite might be worth checking out.

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Claudiu Andone

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Oldtimer in the tech and science press, Claudiu is focused on whatever comes new from Microsoft. His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school. With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!

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