Prohibited content includes spam, deceptive practices, child safety issues, hate speech, harassment, and violent or graphic content.
You must own or have permission to use the content you upload, including music, background audio, and video clips.
Default uploads are limited to 15 minutes, but verified accounts can upload files up to 12 hours long or 256GB, whichever is less.
If monetizing, videos must also comply with Advertiser-friendly content guidelines.
18+ subject matter must be marked as age-restricted and comply with specific safety policies.
Using copyrighted music or video without rights can lead to Content ID claims or removal.
Violations can result in a warning followed by restrictions on uploading or live streaming.