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You can fix YouTube TV Playback error on Firestick using the following methods:
1. Clear the app cache and data
A corrupted application cache can cause YouTube TV to stop working on Firestick. Here is how you can clear app cache on your Firestick device:
1. Go to Settings on your Firestick.
2. Select Applications.
3. In Manage Installed Applications, scroll to locate the YouTube TV app.
4. Select the app.
5. Tap on Clear Cache, and then Clear Data.
2. Restart your Firestick device
Restarting your Firestick device allows you to refresh YouTube TV and start a new. It can fix many issues with the streaming device, network, and YouTube TV application. Follow the steps below:
a. Unplug the power cord or adapter for three seconds.
b. Plug back in the cable.
c. Open YouTube TV and try again.
3. Uninstall and reinstall the app
When you uninstall YouTube TV from your Firestick, you will delete all app data and cached files. It will also allow you to remove the application if it is out-of-date. Here is how:
a. Go to Settings on your Firestick device.
b. Select Applications.
c. Navigate to Manage Installed Applications.
d. Select YouTube TV.
e. Select Uninstall.
f. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.
After uninstalling the app, you will have to install it again. This allows you to get a new version that has all bug fixes and updates.
4. Update your Firestick
An out-of-date firmware on Firestick may not be compatible with a new version of YouTube TV. This can cause several problems including app crashes. To update Firestick:
1. Go to Settings.
2. Select My Fire TV.
3. Go to About.
4. Select Check For Updates.
5. Follow the on-screen prompts to get the latest updates. After updating, ensure you update your YouTube TV too, and try streaming.
