Enter a channel or video
Paste a channel URL, @handle or video from the channel.
YouTube Channel ID Finder
Find and copy a YouTube channel ID from a handle, channel link or video. Use the UC ID in reports or YouTube API settings.
YouTube Channel ID Finder
Paste a channel handle, channel link or video to find its UC ID.
How to find a YouTube channel ID
Check the channel name
Confirm that the returned channel is the one you need.
Copy the UC ID
Use Copy channel ID to save the full identifier.
YouTube Channel ID Finder questions
What is a YouTube channel ID?
It is the channel's unique identifier, usually starting with UC. It differs from the channel name and @handle.
Can I find the ID using a video link?
Yes. Paste a supported YouTube video link to find the channel that published it.
Will changing a channel handle change its ID?
The channel ID identifies the channel separately from its name and handle.
Why is the channel not found?
Check the handle or link. Removed, restricted or unavailable channels may not return a result.
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