15
Easy Fix
YouTube · Streaming
YouTube app/browser encountered a playback initialization error.
Quick Answer
Error code 15 on your YouTube Streaming means: YouTube app/browser encountered a playback initialization error.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
Restart the YouTube app and retry.
2
Clear app cache/data or browser cache.
3
Update YouTube app and device firmware.
4
Sign out and sign back into Google account.
5
Try playback on a second device/network.
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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