Managing your YouTube TV recordings is a lot like cleaning out your digital closet – it’s essential to keep things organized and free up space when needed. Let me walk you through the process of clearing out those recordings you no longer want to keep.
Understanding YouTube TV’s Storage System
Before we dive into deletion, it’s worth noting that YouTube TV gives you unlimited cloud DVR storage, which is pretty generous. However, recordings automatically delete after 9 months, and keeping your library tidy can make finding your favorite shows much easier.
How to Delete Individual Recordings
Let’s start with the simplest way to remove recordings:
1. Open YouTube TV and go to your Library
2. Find the show or movie you want to delete
3. Click on the checkmark icon (✓) next to the recording
4. Select “Remove from Library”
Think of it like unchecking items from your shopping list – once you uncheck them, they’re gone from your saved items.
Removing Entire Series
If you’re done with a whole series, here’s a time-saving approach:
1. Navigate to your Library
2. Find the series you want to remove
3. Click on the show’s title to open its details
4. Select “Remove Series”
Quick Tip:
When you remove a series, it also cancels any future recordings you’ve scheduled for that show. It’s like telling your DVR to stop following that particular program altogether.
Managing Recordings on Different Devices
Whether you’re using a smart TV, phone, or computer, the deletion process remains largely the same. However, the interface might look slightly different depending on your device. On mobile devices, you might need to tap and hold instead of clicking, but the general concept stays consistent.
What Happens After Deletion
Once you delete a recording, it’s gone from your library immediately. However, if the show is still airing and you have it set to record, YouTube TV will continue recording new episodes unless you also remove it from your scheduled recordings.
Pro Tip:
Before deleting anything, make sure everyone in your household is okay with removing those recordings. YouTube TV’s family sharing means your deletions affect all users on your account.
Remember, if you accidentally delete something you wanted to keep, you can always add the show back to your library and catch future airings. The beauty of YouTube TV is that there’s always another chance to record your favorite content.
