Export the CSV via Google (safe), then use PocketTube just for the clicking (fast).
Remember: Always log out of your old account entirely before importing to the new one, or you risk merging the lists.
Happy subscribing. Don't lose your favorite creators. Export the CSV via Google (safe), then use
However, all hope is not lost. While Google has avoided building this feature directly into the UI, there are several reliable workarounds, ranging from using Google Takeout to third-party browser extensions.
Maybe you’re moving from a college email to a personal Gmail, taking over a brand account, or simply retiring an old username you hate. The dreaded realization hits: Don't lose your favorite creators
In this guide, we will walk you through every possible method to move your subscriptions from Account A (Old) to Account B (New), ensuring you don't lose a single creator in the process. Before we dive into the solutions, it helps to understand the problem. YouTube is part of the Google ecosystem, and subscriptions are tied to your Channel ID , not just your email address.
If you have a Brand Account (a channel linked to your main Google account but with a separate name), moving data is easier. However, if you are moving between two entirely different Google logins (e.g., old@gmail.com to new@gmail.com ), Google treats these as two different people. They do not provide a backend API for bulk transferring subscriptions because it would be a goldmine for spam bots (imagine a bot instantly cloning a legit channel's 500 subs). Maybe you’re moving from a college email to
If you’ve been on YouTube for years, your subscription feed is likely a carefully curated library of your favorite creators, news outlets, educational channels, and entertainment. But what happens when you need to switch accounts?