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When you upload a video to YouTube, you retain all rights to the video. This means that you can do whatever you want with the video, including licensing it to other companies or selling it outright. However, YouTube does require that you grant them a "non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, and perform" the video. In practical terms, this means that YouTube can show ads on your videos or embed them on other websites. They can also use your videos in their own marketing materials. However, they cannot sell or distribute your videos without your permission. So while you may not "own" your YouTube videos in the strictest sense of the word, you do retain a great deal of control over what happens to them. How Does YouTube Copyright Work? When a video is uploaded to YouTube, the platform's Content ID system scans it for copyrighted material. If the video contains any music, images, or other content that is protected by copyright, the copyright owner will be notified. The owner can then choose to do one of three things: Claim the video and monetize itTrack the video's viewership statisticsRequest that the video be taken down In some cases, copyright owners may also choose to file a lawsuit against the person who uploaded the video. YouTube's copyright policies have come under fire in recent years, as some creators have had their videos taken down or demonetized without explanation. However, YouTube has clarified that its systems are not perfect and that mistakes can occasionally be made. The platform has also promised to work harder to ensure that all copyright claims are handled fairly and transparently. Do You Own Your Videos on YouTube? When you upload a video to YouTube, you retain the copyright to the video. However, by uploading the video, you give YouTube a license to use, distribute, and monetize the video. In other words, YouTube can make money from your video, but you still own the rights to the video. You can end this license at any time by deleting the video from your channel. However, if you have already granted YouTube a license for a video, that license will remain in place even if you delete the video from your channel. YouTube also has the right to keep your videos up even if you delete your account. So, while you do own your videos on YouTube, YouTube does have some rights to use and monetize those videos. How Do I Claim Ownership of a YouTube Video? No one can deny that YouTube has completely changed the landscape of online video. What once was a platform for people to share homemade videos with friends and family has now become a primary source of entertainment, news, and education for billions of people around the world. While anyone can upload a video to YouTube, there are certain measures you can take to ensure that your video is properly copyrighted and protected from unauthorized use. In most cases, claiming ownership of a YouTube video is as simple as adding a few lines of text to the description. However, if you want to take things a step further, you can also submit a copyright claim to YouTube. This process is slightly more complicated, but it will give you additional peace of mind knowing that your video is fully protected. Whether you're looking to protect your work from being used without permission or simply want to make sure that you get credit for your creativity, claiming ownership of your YouTube videos is a good way to go about it. How Do I Upload a Video to YouTube Without Copyright? You may have the perfect video for your YouTube channel, but you're not sure how to upload it without copyright violation. Luckily, there are a few steps you can take to ensure that your video is uploaded legally. First, check to see if the video is available through a Creative Commons license. If so, you can use the video as long as you credit the original creator. Second, you can also look for videos that are in the public domain, which means they are not subject to copyright law. Third, you can create your own original content to upload. If you do use someone else's content, be sure to get permission first and give proper credit. By taking these steps, you can avoid any copyright issues when uploading videos to YouTube. Can you Edit Someone else’s YouTube Video and Post It? It’s easy to find someone else’s YouTube video and post it on your own channel. After all, YouTube is a platform that’s built on sharing videos. However, you can only do this if the video is unedited. Once someone has edited a video, they own the copyright to that video. So, if you try to edit someone else’s video and post it on your own channel, you could be violating copyright law. In addition, even if you don’t edit the video, you still need to get permission from the original creator before you can post it on your channel. Otherwise, you could be accused of plagiarism. So, while it’s easy to find and share someone else’s Can you Still get Monetized with a Copyright Claim? The short answer is yes, but it depends on the kind of copyright claim filed against your content. There are two main types of copyright claims: infringement and Super Chat/Super Sticker audio claims. If you receive an infringement claim, it means that someone believes you're using their copyrighted material without permission. This could be a piece of music, a video clip, or even a photo. If the copyright holder files a formal complaint with YouTube, your video will be taken down and you'll receive a strike against your account. However, you can submit a counter-notification if you believe that your use of the copyrighted material is covered by fair use or another exception to copyright law. If your counter-notification is approved, your video will be reinstated, and the strike will be removed from your account. Super Chat and Super Sticker audio claims are less serious than infringement claims, and usually don't result in strikes or video takedowns. However, if you receive multiple claims, your account may be subject to review by YouTube. So, while it is possible to still get monetized with a copyright claim, it's important to be aware of the potential consequences of using copyrighted material in your videos. Other Articles of Interest: The top YouTube tips Recording a YouTube video (Easy steps)