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CLEVELAND, Ohio -- YouTube TV subscribers affected by the recent blackout of Disney-owned channels, including ESPN, ABC, FX and National Geographic, are now eligible for a one-time $20 credit. This offer comes as part of YouTube TV’s response to its ongoing contract dispute with Disney, which led to the removal of over 20 popular channels from the platform on Oct. 30, 2025. Also, customers wanting to watch the missing shows and sports that were available on YouTube TV can stream the content via several platforms, including free streaming options. Step-by-step guide to claim your credit from YouTube TV To redeem your $20 credit, follow these steps using a desktop web browser (the mobile app does not support this process): Visit https://tv.youtube.com and sign in. Click your profile picture in the top-right corner. Select Settings. In the left-hand menu, click Updates. Look for the section labeled Disney Content. Click the Claim Credit button. A confirmation message will appear, stating the credit will be applied to your next bill. If you’re unsure how you’re billed, you can check under the Billing tab in your account settings. How can I watch shows, sports that are not on YouTube TV? If you’re missing out on the channels no longer available as YouTube’s dispute with Disney continues, you can stream your favorites on Fubo and DIRECTV, which both offer free trials for new users. Fubo also includes an additional $30 off if you choose to continue after the free trial ends, while DIRECTV provides new users up to $40 off. Sling TV now includes streaming passes to suit various viewing preferences, including: a Day Pass for $4.99; a Weekend Pass for $9.99; a Week Pass for $14.99; a Monthly Pass for $45.99 (and get half off your first month); and a Season Pass for $199.99 for 5 months, then $45.99 per month thereafter. You can also watch all Disney+ channels on Hulu + Live TV. Here’s a snapshot of the best streaming alternatives to YouTube TV available now: What channels are affected during the YouTube TV dispute? Here’s a list of Disney-owned channels currently unavailable on YouTube TV: ABC, ABC News Live ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNews, ESPN Deportes Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD FX, FXM, FXX Freeform, National Geographic, Nat Geo Wild SEC Network, ACC Network, Localish Baby TV Español, Nat Geo Mundo More info on YouTube streaming alternatives Fubo Free Trial: Available Channels Included:ABC, ESPN networks, Disney Channel, FX, Freeform, National Geographic, SEC Network, ACC Network Missing: May not include Baby TV Español or Nat Geo Mundo without add-ons Price: Varies by plan; starts at $54.99/month DIRECTV Free Trial: 5 days Channels Included:All listed Disney-owned channels including regional ABC affiliates and full ESPN suite Extras: ESPN app access, optional bundles with Disney+ and Hulu Price: Starts at $49.99/month (first month); $89.99/month after Sling TV (Orange + Blue Combo) Free Trial: Not available Channels Included:ESPN, ESPN2, Disney Channel, FX, Freeform, National Geographic Missing: ABC (only available in select markets), SEC Network, ACC Network, Baby TV Español, Nat Geo Mundo Price: Starts at $55/month for combined Orange + Blue plan Hulu + Live TV Free Trial: Not available Channels Included: ABC, ABC News Live; ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNews, ESPN Deportes; Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD; FX, FXM, FXX; Freeform, National Geographic, Nat Geo Wild; SEC Network, ACC Network, Localish; Baby TV Español, Nat Geo Mundo Extras: Includes Disney+ and ESPN+ with subscription Price: $82.99/month (with ads); $95.99/month (ad-free on-demand)
