keepmynetworks.com

What is KeepMyNetworks.com

KeepMyNetworks.com is a promotional website launched by The Walt Disney Company in connection with a carriage-dispute with YouTube TV. (The Walt Disney Company)
In short: Disney’s channels (including ABC, ESPN and other Disney-owned networks) were dropped from YouTube TV after failed negotiations. KeepMyNetworks.com is part of Disney’s campaign to notify affected viewers and direct them to alternate viewing options. (The Walt Disney Company)

Why the site exists

Here’s the context:

  • Disney accused YouTube TV of refusing to pay “fair rates” for Disney’s networks, thereby precipitating the blackout of Disney-channels on YouTube TV. (The Walt Disney Company)

  • Viewers who subscribe to YouTube TV suddenly lost access to channels like ABC and ESPN, including major live sports programming. (ESPN.com)

  • Disney’s campaign uses KeepMyNetworks.com as a “call to action” site: “If you want to keep your networks, here are your options.” For example “Go to KeepMyNetworks.com” appears in Facebook posts and ads. (Facebook)

What the website offers / does

While I could not access full internal content of the site (due to potential geo restrictions or gating), public mentions show that the site provides:

  • Information on which networks are affected (ABC, ESPN, Disney-channels, etc.). (ESPN.com)

  • Alternative viewing providers or services where consumers can still obtain Disney’s networks, if YouTube TV fails to carry them. (The Walt Disney Company)

  • Likely FAQs or support links for viewers (e.g., how to maintain access).

Why this matters for viewers

If you’re a subscriber to YouTube TV (or thinking of becoming one), this conflict is directly relevant:

  • Losing Disney’s channels means you may lose access to major sports events, news, and entertainment from ABC, ESPN, etc. (ESPN.com)

  • If you view these channels as essential, you’ll want to check whether your service still carries them, or whether you need to switch providers. KeepMyNetworks.com is a starting point for that.

  • It illustrates how negotiations between content owners (Disney) and distributors (YouTube TV) can impact what you get — and how public websites like this can serve both as customer notifications and as strategic messaging.

Implications and broader take-aways

  • This is part of a larger trend: streaming/TV services and content owners increasingly negotiate aggressively over rights and fees. The end-user often faces service disruptions.

  • The existence of KeepMyNetworks.com signals that Disney considers the carriage loss serious enough to mount a visible campaign (advertising, social media posts, etc). (iSpot)

  • Viewers should build awareness: check what channels your service carries, verify contractual stability, and consider alternatives if you depend heavily on certain networks.

Key takeaways

  • KeepMyNetworks.com is a Disney-created site aimed at notifying viewers of the blackout of Disney’s networks on YouTube TV, and guiding them toward alternate providers.

  • The underlying issue: a breakdown in negotiations between YouTube TV and Disney, leading to Disney’s channels being dropped.

  • For viewers: check your channel lineup, especially if you use YouTube TV, and consider your options if you rely on Disney networks.

  • For the industry: this incident reflects the shifting dynamics of streaming/distribution negotiations and how consumer access can be affected.

FAQ

Q: Is KeepMyNetworks.com a normal viewer website or a marketing site?
A: It functions more like a campaign/marketing site by Disney, not a neutral industry-site. It informs viewers of a dispute and promotes alternative options.

Q: Does visiting the site guarantee I’ll get my channels back?
A: No. The site offers information and alternative provider options, but it doesn’t on its own restore access to the networks on YouTube TV if the contract remains unresolved.

Q: Which networks are affected?
A: According to public sources the networks include ABC, ESPN networks, Disney-branded channels, FX, Nat Geo (as part of Disney’s portfolio) when the dispute is between Disney and YouTube TV. (ESPN.com)

Q: What can I do if I’m a YouTube TV subscriber affected by this?
A: Generally you should:

  • Check your live channel lineup to see if the networks are missing.

  • Visit KeepMyNetworks.com to see recommended alternate providers in your region.

  • Contact YouTube TV support to ask for status updates.

  • Consider switching to a different service that still carries the networks you want.

Q: Is this issue specific to a country/region?
A: The article context is U.S.-centric (refers to ESPN, ABC, etc). One must check region availability for your locale. If you are outside the U.S., channel rights and carriage may differ.

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