How To Transfer Youtube Subscriptions From One Account To Another -

Just like in Method 2, you must use a script or extension to visit those URLs and click subscribe. You cannot "import" RSS directly into YouTube.

Verdict: This is overly complex for average users. Stick with Google Takeout.

Unlike some social media platforms, YouTube does not have a built-in "Transfer Account" button. Because subscriptions are tied strictly to the Google Account email address, you cannot simply merge two accounts.

However, you can achieve a seamless transition using Google’s data export tools. This guide will walk you through the most reliable method to move your subscriptions: The Data Takeout Method.

Limitation: This does not help you merge two existing accounts. It only works if your old account is a regular account and you want to move it to a Brand Account. You cannot merge Account A and Account B using this method. Just like in Method 2, you must use

This is the most efficient, modern, and recommended method for power users. You will export your subscriptions from Google Takeout as a file, then use a browser extension to "auto-subscribe" to the list.

This is the most obvious method, but it is only recommended if you have fewer than 50 subscriptions.

Step 1: Log into your OLD YouTube account. Go to takeout.google.com. This will automatically link to the account you are currently signed into.

Step 2: Deselect all products. By default, Google wants to download your Drive, Gmail, Photos, etc. This is massive and unnecessary. Click "Deselect all" at the top of the page. Unlike some social media platforms, YouTube does not

Step 3: Select only YouTube data. Scroll down until you find YouTube. Check the box next to it. A new sub-option will appear. Click "All YouTube data included".

Step 4: Choose only "subscriptions." You will see a pop-up list of everything (playlists, history, comments, etc.). Uncheck everything except "subscriptions" (and optionally, "channels" if you want a full list). Click OK.

Step 5: Customize your archive. Scroll to the bottom of the page. You can leave the defaults:

Step 6: Create export. Click "Create export". Google will begin preparing your file. This can take anywhere from 30 seconds to a few hours (if Google’s servers are busy). You will receive an email with a download link. Limitation: This does not help you merge two

Step 7: Download and extract the file. Download the .zip file to your computer. Extract it. Inside, navigate to: Takeout/YouTube/user data/

You will find a file named subscriptions.json (or similar). This is a text file containing all the channel IDs and names you follow.

Step 8: Log into your NEW YouTube account. Now, we need to get that data into the new account. Google Takeout does not handle imports. For that, you need a third-party tool to read the JSON file and subscribe automatically.