Cheap shared subscriptions for YouTube Premium

What does YouTube Premium offer?

This premium plan isn’t just about paying to remove the annoying ads that pop up all the time. It’s a bundle that combines YouTube, YouTube Music, and YouTube Kids for a single monthly fee. Here’s what you get:

• Zero ads on videos, Shorts, and music—before, during, and after playback.
• Background playback: Close the app or turn off the screen, and the audio keeps playing. Essential if you use your phone to listen to music or podcasts while doing something else.
• Offline downloads of videos and playlists so you can watch them without using data (on a plane, subway, or in areas without coverage).
• YouTube Music Premium included, with the same catalog and quality as Spotify or Apple Music.
• 1080p Premium: higher bitrate in Full HD resolution, so you’ll notice sharper picture quality without having to upgrade to 4K.
• “Skip Ahead” feature: jump faster to the part of the video you’re interested in.
• Early access to new features and limited-time offers.

What many people don’t know is that all of this is included in the same price, since there are no hidden tiers within the standard plan. The real difference between plans lies in how many people can use it and at what price—which is exactly what we’re looking at now.

How to get YouTube Premium for less?

This is where most guides fall short. Let’s look at the real options (the ones that actually work), ranked from most to least recommended:

1. Family plan and splitting the cost

This is the safest and most hassle-free option, since the family plan supports up to 6 people (including the administrator) and each person keeps their own account, history, and YouTube Music profile.

By splitting the €25.99/month among 6 people, the cost drops to just over €4.30 per person per month, compared to €13.99 for the individual plan.

Of course, this is where our CuentasGO platform really shines, because we provide the cheapest and most reliable shared accounts with support in Spanish and an immediate replacement guarantee.

2. Student Plan, if you’re a student

If you’re enrolled at a university recognized by SheerID (the verification system YouTube uses), you pay 8.99 €/month for the same benefits.

The best part is that this membership renews every year as long as you’re still enrolled, up to a maximum of 4 academic years.

3. YouTube Premium Lite, if you just want to remove video ads

For 7.99 €/month, you can remove most ads from regular videos, but it doesn’t include YouTube Music or remove ads from music content, Shorts, or within the search results themselves. This is the right choice only if you never use YouTube to listen to music.

4. Change your billing region with a VPN

This is the option that’s been circulating on forums and needs to be explained clearly, along with its risks. The price varies greatly depending on the country: while the individual plan costs €13.99 in Spain, in countries like India or Turkey it can be around €1–2 per month.

The “trick” is to connect to a VPN server in a cheaper country and sign up for the subscription from there.

Before you go ahead, keep this in mind:

• It violates Google’s Terms of Service, and they may cancel your subscription if they detect the region change.
• Many countries block foreign payment methods (requiring local ID), so in practice, this only works with regional gift cards or very specific servers.
• If your Google region is permanently changed, it may affect other aspects linked to your account (Play Store, billing, etc.).

Our honest recommendation is that you don’t take the risk and instead get the cheapest YouTube Premium account at CuentasGO.

5. Third-Party Shared Subscriptions

There are platforms (like ours) that sell “spots” within a pre-existing family plan. It lowers the price, but you’re dependent on the administrator not canceling the plan.

It doesn’t hurt to try one month with our subscriptions, and you’ll see that you’ll be hooked right away.

Comparison of YouTube Premium Plans (What’s Included and What’s Not)

If you decide to go with shared plans to save a little money, it’s a good idea to take a look at this comparison table summarizing what you get and what’s left out:

The quick takeaway is that if you live alone and don’t mind paying a little more, the Individual plan is the best balance.

If you’re a couple, a family, or roommates, the Family plan pays for itself as soon as there are 3 or more of you. And if you just hate ads on videos but already pay for Spotify separately, Lite is the cheapest option that makes sense.

YouTube Premium: Pricing in Spain and Other Countries

Here are the current prices in Spain:

That said, keep in mind that Google has already raised these prices in the United States (the Individual plan went from $13.99 to $15.99 and the Family plan from $22.99 to $26.99), and based on past precedent, that increase will almost certainly reach Spain in the coming months, just as it did in 2024.

If your monthly fee suddenly goes up, it’s not a billing error—it’s the same move we saw a little over a year ago.

And how much does it cost in other countries?

And here’s the fact that explains why so many people are looking for alternatives: the price of this service varies drastically depending on the country where it’s purchased.

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This difference is neither a coincidence nor a glitch: Google adjusts the price to the purchasing power of each market. It’s legal to subscribe from another country if you reside there; using a VPN to simulate that residence is the gray area we’ve discussed before.

Current Comparison: YouTube Premium vs. the Competition

This is where the service really has to prove itself, because it’s not just competing against another video service—it’s competing against Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and Spotify all at once, since it promises to replace part of what they all offer.

Here’s our take at CuentasGo:

If you compare YouTube Premium just as a video platform, it’s expensive, but where it clearly wins is in the video + music combo.

If you were already paying for Spotify Individual (€11.99) and also want ad-free YouTube, you’d be paying for two separate subscriptions. With YouTube Premium (€13.99), you save yourself the hassle of maintaining both.

Is YouTube Premium worth it?

Absolutely! And I’ll explain why most people who try it never give it up.

If you use YouTube several times a week, YouTube Premium completely transforms the experience—you go from a constantly interrupted platform to truly enjoying it.

What does it actually give you?

• No more ads: no more videos that get cut off every 5–10 minutes. You save a lot of time and avoid that feeling of frustration.
• Unlimited downloads: you can save videos and playlists to watch them offline (perfect for travel, flights, the gym, or commuting).
• Free YouTube Music Premium: all the music ad-free, with downloads and background playback. It’s like having Spotify included.
• Background playback: You keep listening even if you switch apps or turn off the screen.
• Better quality: Up to 4K, HDR, and enhanced sound on all your devices.

In real numbers, here’s what that means:

If you watch YouTube for one hour a day, ads can steal more than 3 hours a month from you. With Premium, you eliminate that completely—and you also stop paying for a separate music subscription.

In the end, it’s cheaper and more convenient than having regular YouTube plus Spotify or Apple Music separately.

The best platform to buy YouTube Premium at a low price

With over 4 years in the market, CuentasGO is currently the most sensible option for buying cheap YouTube accounts. And it’s not just us saying that—it’s the thousands of customers who have already stopped overpaying for something they can get for much less.

What sets us apart? Not only do we offer lower prices, but we do so hassle-free, risk-free, and with an experience designed so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Individual or family, monthly or annual—you choose the plan that best fits your needs, and we’ll take care of the rest. Plus, activation is immediate, so within minutes, your Premium account credentials will be in your inbox, ready to use.

Pay however you like—with a credit card, PayPal, cryptocurrency, or your preferred method. We give you flexibility because we understand that every user has their own preferences, and we won’t put up unnecessary obstacles.

More about these Premium accounts

Can I share the account with people who don’t live in my household?

Yes, no problem. Our YouTube Premium accounts are official family accounts, designed specifically for sharing. This means you can invite up to five other people, no matter where they live, because the ZIP code verification that Google requires when creating the family group is only necessary at the time of activation.

What happens if I cancel my subscription mid-month?

You’ll keep all the benefits until the end of the billing period you’ve already paid for. There are no prorated refunds for unused days, so it’s best to cancel right before your next renewal, not in the middle of the billing cycle.

Does YouTube Premium remove ads from Shorts?

With the Individual, Student, or Family plan, yes—ads are removed from Shorts just as they are from the rest of the video. With the Lite plan, no—Shorts are one of the exceptions where ads still appear.

If I have YouTube Premium, do I need to pay for Spotify or Apple Music separately?

No, not if you’re satisfied with YouTube Music. The song catalog is practically equivalent to Spotify’s, but the discovery features, playlist curation, and organization are still a step behind. If you’re very particular about automatic recommendations and personalized playlists, that’s the only real reason to keep Spotify as well.