Now the only reason to get the full Premium subscription is ad-free music and music videos.

YouTube today updated its Premium Lite subscription plan with new features, including background play and downloads.

It's 2026. If you're still using ad blockers to watch YouTube instead of paying for YouTube Premium, we need to have a talk.

If you hate the act of watching YouTube today but can't imagine living without it, it's time to put your wallet where your mouth is.