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If you've recently tried to use the YouTube TV app on your Roku and found that it had mysteriously vanished, don't worry—you’re not the only one. Over the past day, many Roku users have reported the same issue across Reddit, Google, and Roku forums. Fortunately, there's a simple fix that can restore the app to your Roku homescreen.

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Many Roku users woke up to find their YouTube TV app completely gone. Some couldn’t even find it in the Roku store to reinstall. The exact cause behind this widespread problem is unclear, but it appears to be a bug affecting users on outdated Roku OS versions. This glitch has left many scratching their heads, trying to figure out why their favorite streaming app disappeared without warning.

The Easy Fix: Update Your Roku OS

Luckily, there's an easy solution to get YouTube TV back on your Roku. Roku community moderators recommend checking for updates to your Roku OS. Many users have found that after updating their OS to the latest version, the YouTube TV app reappears automatically.

To check for updates:

• Go to Settings on your Roku.

• Select System.

• Choose System Update.

• If an update is available, allow your Roku to install it.

After updating, check your homescreen or Roku store to see if YouTube TV is back. This simple fix has worked for many users, suggesting that the issue lies with outdated OS versions.

What’s Behind the Issue?

Though Roku hasn’t provided a detailed explanation, the fix suggests that the problem is likely rooted in the Roku store. An outdated OS may have caused the store to fail to recognize or reinstall the YouTube TV app. Updating the OS addresses this by syncing everything properly.

More Troubleshooting Tips

If updating your Roku OS doesn't work, try these steps:

• Reboot your Roku: Sometimes a simple restart can resolve software glitches.

• Reinstall the YouTube TV app: If the app is still missing, try searching for it again in the Roku store and reinstall it.

Stay Up-To Date

If you’ve encountered this issue with YouTube TV on Roku, updating your OS should get the app back on your homescreen. Keeping your Roku updated is essential to avoid missing apps and software-related issues in the future.

Have you experienced this problem? Let me know in the comments if updating your Roku fixed the issue, or if you found another solution. Keep checking for updates to stay on top of the latest fixes.