13
Easy Fix
YouTube · Streaming
YouTube TV playback/session setup failed on the current device.
Quick Answer
Error code 13 on your YouTube Streaming means: YouTube TV playback/session setup failed on the current device.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Likely Causes
  1. Session timeout
  2. Client app out of date
  3. Network policy blocks
  4. Account authorization mismatch
How to Fix It
1
Sign out and back in to YouTube TV.
2
Update the YouTube TV app.
3
Restart streaming device and router.
4
Disable VPN/proxy.
5
Retry from browser to confirm account health.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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