Does YouTube remove inappropriate videos?

YouTube will delete a channel entirely if it receives three strikes within three months or commits a single egregious violation, like child sexual exploitation.
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Why was my YouTube video removed for inappropriate content?

If you see the "Video removed: Inappropriate content" message next to one of your uploaded videos, it means the video in question has been found to violate our Community Guidelines.
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Does YouTube ban inappropriate content?

You can activate YouTube's Restricted Mode, which is, more or less, the site's parental control to filter out “potentially objectionable content.” Simply scroll to the bottom of the YouTube page and turn it on via the drop-down menu. On mobile devices, access your account settings and turn on Restricted Mode Filtering.
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Are inappropriate videos allowed on YouTube?

YOUTUBE makes it clear what is prohibited on the site: nudity, incitement to violence, threats, disclosure of private information, and so on. The company kills off accounts that post certain types of video, such as those containing violent extremism.
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What videos are not allowed on YouTube?

Violent or dangerous content
  • Harassment and cyberbullying.
  • Harmful or dangerous content.
  • Hate speech.
  • Violent criminal organizations.
  • Violent or graphic content.
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How to Block Inappropriate Content on YouTube



What is considered inappropriate on YouTube?

Hate speech, predatory behavior, graphic violence, malicious attacks, and content that promotes harmful or dangerous behavior isn't allowed on YouTube.
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What gets you banned on YouTube?

Reasons channels or accounts can be terminated: Repeated violations of the Community Guidelines or Terms of Service across any form of content (like repeatedly posting abusive, hateful, and/or harassing videos or comments) A single case of severe abuse (such as predatory behavior, spam, or pornography)
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Is watching 18+ videos on YouTube illegal?

Sometimes content doesn't violate our policies, but it may not be appropriate for viewers under 18. In these cases, we may place an age-restriction on the video. This policy applies to videos, video descriptions, custom thumbnails, live streams, and any other YouTube product or feature.
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Where can I watch inappropriate videos?

Visit YouTube and load up the video you want to watch. If you're prompted to sign in, click in the address bar at the top of your browser window instead. Highlight the part of the address that says youtube.com and change it to nsfwyoutube.com. Alternatively, change youtube.com to listenonrepeat.com.
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What do you do when your child watches inappropriate things?

What do we tell our children when they stumble upon pornography accidentally?
  1. Stay calm. Being upset will make your child worried she or he is in trouble. ...
  2. Next, just listen. ...
  3. Reassure your child that s/he is not in any trouble. ...
  4. Plan your talk. ...
  5. Talk about how they felt. ...
  6. Talk about sex. ...
  7. Problem-solve together.
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How many reports does it take to delete a YouTube video?

Just One Copyright Takedown Request or Community Guidelines Strike will take down the video. In addition, three such strikes within a 90 day period will disable monetization and/or delete the channel and all its contents . Repeated violations may cause the channel to be deleted by YouTube.
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Does reporting on YouTube do anything?

When something is reported, it's not automatically taken down. Reported content is reviewed along the following guidelines: Content that violates our Community Guidelines is removed from YouTube. Content that may not be appropriate for younger audiences may be age-restricted.
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Does YouTube delete private?

YouTube has the right to delete your video if it is against YouTube's Terms of Use. If your videos do not violate the Terms of Use, the videos will stay there forever. Show activity on this post.
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How do you watch over 18 content on YouTube?

Disable Safety Mode
  1. Go to the YouTube homepage and click your profile icon at the top of the screen.
  2. Go to the bottom of the drop-down menu. The last item is Restricted Mode: On.
  3. Click the box and select the Restricted Mode: Off option. ...
  4. Click Save to ensure that Safety Mode is disabled.
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Does YouTube know my age?

YouTube is a Google property, and like other sites the company owns, it gets age information about you from your Google+ account. So, in order to change your age on YouTube, you have to alter (or add) your birthdate on Google+.
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Can you show blood on YouTube?

Violent or gory content intended to shock or disgust viewers, or content encouraging others to commit violent acts, are not allowed on YouTube.
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What are the new YouTube rules for 2021?

What are YouTube's 2021 Guidelines?
  • You cannot claim that the 2020 American presidential elections were rigged in a YouTube video. ...
  • You can no longer post any adult-related content if your channel is 'kid friendly' ...
  • No more tricking your way to the top. ...
  • You'll need more than 100k subscribers for your channel to be verified.
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Are YouTube strikes permanent?

3 strikes in the same 90-day period results in your channel being permanently removed from YouTube. Each strike will not expire until 90 days from the time it was issued. Note: Deleting your content doesn't remove a strike. We may also issue a Community Guidelines strike on deleted content.
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Is YouTube private video safe?

Private is the most secure type of video on YouTube. They are only visible to people (up to 50 in total) that you invite. Private videos don't appear in video recommendations, search results, and video tab sections for uploading.
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Can YouTube see your private videos?

Public is the default setting and that means anybody can see your video. Private means only those you invite to view the video can view it (they must have their own Youtube accounts and the maximum number is 50 usernames). Your video will not come up under any search results or your channel list.
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How do I find hidden unavailable videos on YouTube?

Thankfully there's a fix to help show unavailable videos.
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YouTube “Unavailable videos are hidden” error fix
  1. Go to the playlist where the message is popping up.
  2. Click the three dots to open up the extended menu. This should work on all devices.
  3. Select “Show unavailable videos.
  4. The videos will now appear.
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How do you know who reported you?

How do you know who reported you? There are a few ways to determine who reported you. One way is to look at the email address or username that was used to report you. Another way is to look at the IP address that was used to report you.
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How many reports does it take to ban a YouTube channel?

A YouTube channel is terminated if it accrues three Community Guidelines strikes in 90 days, has a single case of severe abuse (such as predatory behavior), or is determined to be wholly dedicated to violating our guidelines (as is often the case with spam accounts).
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How do you get a YouTube video taken down?

How to Have YouTube Remove Someone's Video
  1. Click the flag icon below a video on YouTube to open the Report This Video area.
  2. Select an issue, such as “Infringes my rights.” Select an issue subcategory from the drop-down menu below the main issue, such as the “Infringes my copyright" or “Invades my privacy” options.
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What happens when you flag a video on YouTube?

If you flag a video or someone flags your video, it doesn't necessarily mean it will be taken down. YouTube states that videos are only removed if they violate the guidelines. Videos may be flagged for being explicit or not appropriate for all ages.
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