The safety of our creators, viewers, and partners is our highest priority. We look to each of you to help us protect this unique and vibrant community. It’s important you understand our Community Guidelines, and the role they play in our shared
responsibility to keep YouTube safe. Take the time to carefully read the policy below. You can also check out this page for a full list of our guidelines. YouTube doesn’t allow spam, scams, or other deceptive practices that take advantage of the YouTube community. We also don’t allow content where the main purpose is to trick others into leaving YouTube for
another site. If you find content that violates this policy, report it. Instructions for reporting violations of our Community Guidelines are available here. If you've found a few videos or comments that you would like to report, you can report the channel. Don’t post content on YouTube if it fits any of the descriptions noted below. This policy applies to videos, video descriptions, comments, live streams, and any other YouTube product or feature. Keep in mind that this isn't a complete list. Please note these policies also apply to external links in your content. This can include clickable URLs, verbally directing users to other sites in video, as well as other forms. Note:
You're allowed to encourage viewers to subscribe, hit the like button, share, or leave a comment. The following types of content are not allowed on YouTube. Keep in mind this list isn't a complete list.What these
policies mean for you
If you're posting content
Video Spam
Misleading metadata or thumbnails
The following types of content are not allowed on YouTube. Keep in mind this list isn't a complete list.
- A thumbnail with a picture of a popular celebrity that has nothing to do with the content.
- Using the title, thumbnails, or description to trick users into believing the content is something it is not. For example, when there's a serious risk of egregious real world harm.
Scams
The following types of content are not allowed on YouTube. Keep in mind this list isn't a complete list.
- Making exaggerated promises, such as claims that viewers can get rich fast or that a miracle treatment can cure chronic illnesses such as cancer.
- Promoting cash gifting or other pyramid schemes.
- Accounts dedicated to cash gifting schemes.
- Videos that promise "You'll make $50,000 tomorrow with this plan!"
Incentivization Spam
The following types of content are not allowed on YouTube. Keep in mind this list isn't a complete list.
- Videos where the purpose is to encourage viewers to subscribe.
- "Subs 4 Subs" videos.
- Videos that offer "likes" for sale.
- A video that offers to give the channel to the 100,000th subscriber without any other content.
Comments Spam
The following types of content are not allowed on YouTube. Keep in mind this list isn't a complete list.
- Comments about surveys or giveaways that promote pyramid schemes.
- "Pay Per Click" referral links in comments.
- Comments that falsely claim to offer full video content. This type of content could be:
- Movies
- TV shows
- Concerts
- Posting links to harmful software or phishing site in comments: "omg just got tons of B∪cks from here! - [xyz phishing site].com"
- Comments with links to counterfeit stores.
- "Hey, check out my channel/video here!” when the channel/video has nothing to do with the video it was posted in.
- Posting the same comment repeatedly with a link to your channel.
Live Stream Abuse
The following types of content are not allowed on YouTube. Keep in mind this list isn't a complete list.
- Using your phone to stream a television show.
- Using 3rd party software to livestream songs from an album.
Remember these are just some examples, and don't post content if you think it might violate this policy.
What happens if content violates this policy
If your content violates this policy, we may terminate your channel or account. Learn more about channel or account terminations.
For some violations, we may remove the content and issue a warning or a strike against your channel. If this happens, we’ll send you an email to let you know. If you get 3 strikes within 90 days, your channel will be terminated. Learn more about our strike system.
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