YouTube TV Playback Error Licensing Video on Roku: Why & Fix

Changing your display type should fix this quickly

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Key notes

  • While very annoying, YouTube TV playback errors on Roku devices are not uncommon.
  • You can fix this error by removing and adding the YouTube channel again.
  • Another effective solution is to change your display settings.
fix YouTube TV playback error on your Roku

YouTube TV comes in a monthly paid membership available on most streaming players, Roku devices included. However, it is not free from issues, with some users reporting a YouTube TV playback error licensing video on Roku.

If you are experiencing this issue, you don’t need to worry, as this guide contains the solutions to it.

Why does YouTube TV have a playback error on Roku?

1. A flaw with the app or with your Roku

  1. In your Roku home screen, search for YouTube TV.
  2. Press the asterisk * key on your remote.
    asterik youtube tv error licensing video roku
  3. Now, select the Remove Channel option.
    remove channel
  4. Go to your Roku’s Settings.
    settings
  5. Next, select System > System restart.
  6. From the home screen of your Roku and select Streaming Channels.
    streaming youtube tv error licensing video roku
  7. Find YouTubeTV app > Add Channel.

2. Network connectivity glitch

Connectivity glitches are possible when starting either your device or your YouTube app. In this case, you have to unplug both the Roku device and the router/modem, plug them back in, then switch on everything.

This should fix if something goes wrong when opening the app or powering up your Roku.

3. Change display settings

  1. Go to Settings on your Roku device.
    settings
  2. Select the Display type option.
    display type
  3. Finally, choose 4K 30Hz TV, 4K 60Hz TV, or 4K HDR 60Hz.
    display options youtube tv error licensing video roku

This applies only if your playback error refers to an uneven video display. What you should do here is change the display settings.

With this, we can conclude this guide on the YouTube TV error licensing video on Roku. Just make sure you follow the instructions carefully, and you should be able to fix this issue.

If you are facing a similar issue in error licensing this video on YouTube TV, check our detailed guide to fix it quickly.

Feel free to let us know the solution that helped you fix this issue in the comments below.

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Radu Tyrsina

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Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time). For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web. Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they're looking for.