Fix: There was an error licensing this video on YouTube TV
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Key notes
- YouTube TV, popular and widely available worldwide, is not short or streaming errors.
- A particular video licensing error is mind-wreaking since there is not much do about it, but read on to find a solution.
- We've gathered more how-tos about YouTube common errors in a dedicated space on our website.
- Make sure to also visit our Streaming Hub once in a while.
YouTube TV users reported an occasional error that they encounter and that reads: Playback error. Sorry, there was an error licensing this video.
It appears only when using Chromecast media players or a Chromebook. Note that YouTube TV supports the latest Chromecast devices, or Chromecast-enabled app, and Chromecast Ultra.
If you’re using a first-generation Chromecast, issues are even more frequent. Additionally, it seems that the error doesn’t affect only YouTube TV streaming, but any video-related content.
How do I fix the licensing error on YouTube TV?
1. Update Chrome
- Go to the Chrome menu -> Help -> About Google Chrome.
- You should see the Chrome version installed and an “Update” button if updates are available.
2. Update the Widevine CDM component in Chrome
- Write chrome://components/ in the address bar.
- Find Widevine Content Decryption Module (it should be at the bottom of the list).
- Click the Check for update button and confirm.
Up until now, the only solution that would do the trick and fix the licensing error message for the YouTube TV app.
If you got this far and you also want to speed up your Chrome, take a look at these tips.
We hope that this solution worked for you as well. Whether it did or not, please share your thoughts with us in the comments section below and help others improve the youTube Tv experience.
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