Can I use a VCC for a YouTube Premium family plan?

Yes, you can use a Virtual Credit Card (VCC) for a YouTube Premium Family Plan payment, but there are a few important factors to keep in mind:

Key Considerations:
Supported VCC Providers:

Not all VCC providers are accepted by Google for subscriptions like YouTube Premium. Providers such as Revolut, Wise, Payoneer, and Privacy.com are more likely to work.

Ensure that the VCC provider allows international transactions and recurring payments (since YouTube Premium is a recurring subscription).

Billing Address and Country:

The billing address associated with your VCC must match the country of your Google account or the YouTube Premium plan's region.

If your Google account's country is set to the U.S., the billing address of your VCC should match a U.S. address.

Payment Methods Supported:

Google might block or decline payments from VCCs that they perceive as high risk or temporary. Therefore, ensure the VCC you are using is not flagged or restricted by Google.

Family Plan Eligibility:

YouTube Premium's Family Plan allows you to share the service with up to 5 family members. The VCC used for the payment should be valid for recurring payments and able to cover the cost of the Family Plan.

Steps to Add VCC for YouTube Premium Family Plan:
Sign in to YouTube with the account linked to your Google account.

Go to YouTube Premium settings.

Select the Family Plan and follow the steps to set it up.

Add your VCC in the payment section:

Go to Google Payments.

Add your VCC as the payment method for the family plan.

Make sure all information, including the billing address, matches the VCC's details.

Verify Payment:

Google may send a small authorization charge to verify the VCC. Ensure the VCC is set up to accept such transactions.

Potential Issues to Watch Out For:
VCC Country/Region Mismatch: If there's a mismatch between the country set on your Google account and the VCC's billing country, the payment will fail.

Restricted Payment Methods: If the VCC provider is known for fraud or has restrictions, Google might block the payment.

Pro Tip:
If you run into issues with the VCC, consider using a traditional credit or debit card instead for smoother transactions, especially if you plan to keep the family plan active for a long time.