YouTube is launching its Premium Lite plan for users in India at a monthly fee of ₹89, allowing access to most YouTube videos without ads. This rollout occurs as YouTube Music and Premium surpass 125 million global subscribers, including trial users. Premium Lite is designed to provide a budget-friendly option for enjoying YouTube with reduced advertisements. It is compatible with phones, laptops, and televisions. However, ads may still be present in Shorts, music content, and search results. The Premium Lite plan does not offer features such as background playback or offline downloads; users interested in these features can opt for the full Premium subscription.
YouTube states that this initiative is intended to enhance support for creators and partners by expanding viewer choices. The complete rollout across India will take place over the coming weeks.