YouTube Premium Increases Prices in Germany

Google has raised the prices for YouTube Premium in Germany. As of now, the monthly subscription costs 14.99 euros, which is an increase of two euros compared to the previous price. The price increase was communicated to users via email and is also available on the official YouTube Premium website. New customers are offered a free trial month. Those opting for an annual subscription will pay 149.99 euros, which also represents a 20 euro increase from the previous price of 129.99 euros.

The annual subscription offers a 15 percent price advantage over the monthly subscription; however, it does not include a free trial month. The family subscription for up to six users now costs 27.99 euros per month, which is an increase of four euros. This subscription includes a free trial month. The subscription holder can add up to five family members aged 13 and older living in the same household. Google does not offer an annual subscription for families.

For students, the price rises to 8.99 euros per month, which is an increase of 1.50 euros. A free trial month is also available here. An annual subscription for students is not available either. The cheaper alternative, Premium Lite, is also becoming more expensive. Users will now have to pay 7.99 euros, which is a price increase of 1.50 euros.

Premium Lite largely offers an ad-free experience in YouTube videos, except for music videos and Shorts. Background playback and downloading many videos are also possible, but YouTube Music is not included in this subscription. The last price increase for YouTube Premium in Germany occurred in November 2023. At that time, the prices for the monthly subscription rose from 11.99 euros to 12.99 euros. The annual subscription increased from 119.99 euros to 129.99 euros, while the family subscription rose from 17.99 euros to 23.99 euros per month.

Students previously paid 6.99 euros per month and have since had to pay 7.49 euros. In the USA, YouTube Premium already became more expensive in April 2026. The price increases in Germany thus follow the trend that Google is pursuing in other markets. The exact reasons for the price increase were not communicated. The new prices are effective immediately for all existing and new subscribers.

Users who already have a subscription will be automatically switched to the new prices. The changes are part of Google's strategy to increase the monetization of its services and expand its user base. The price increase affects not only the subscriptions but also the associated features. YouTube Premium allows for video downloads, background playback, and access to YouTube Music.

These features will remain available even after the price increase. The new prices for YouTube Premium in Germany are now valid. The monthly cost is now 14.99 euros, while the family subscription costs 27.99 euros. The price for the student subscription is 8.99 euros.