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  • Question
    How can I make money on YouTube?
    Adrian
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    You will need to sign up for AdSense, then link your AdSense account to your YouTube channel.
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    How do I permanently upload a video to YouTube?
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    It's the same thing as uploading a video. There's always the option to take it down, and if it's inappropriate to the YouTube community, it will be taken down by YouTube. Otherwise, once it's there, it'll be there for the duration of YouTube, unless YouTube changes its terms and conditions for any reason as yet unknown.
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    How do I film a video?
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    Use a video camera, then edit it using a video editing software. Then export it to a file YouTube can use, like .mp4, .mov or any other file type YouTube can support. See further: How to Make a YouTube Video .
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    Can my friends search for me by my username?
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    Yes, but they may have difficulties finding you if your username is similar to someone else's (ie: puppyluvr49 and puppylover78), or if you have not been active in a while. They may also have difficulties finding you if you are not well-known on YouTube.
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    Can I download video and keep it?
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    It depends on the video. Some videos are copyrighted and therefore cannot be downloaded or distributed.
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    Can I have two separate YouTube accounts?
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    Yes, you can assign multiple YouTube channels to a single Google Account by creating a Brand Channel. Alternatively, you can use two different Gmail addresses. You can easily switch from the two in the upper right hand corner on YouTube.
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    Why do some videos show up and others are hidden?
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    Some videos are kept hidden since they don't suit everybody's needs. These videos may offend in some way, such as containing explicit sexual references, misleading ideologies and the like.
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    What is a verification code?
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    A verification code is a series of numbers and/or letters that is sent to you via email or text message. It acts as an additional security measure, and helps YouTube verify that you have actually made the account--and not someone else using your information.
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    What if I don't have a number?
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    If you already have a working email address, you can use that instead of creating a new Gmail address, and not need to have a phone number.
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    How long does it take to upload a video? And do I have to pay or does YouTube have to?
    Community Answer
    The upload speed will depend on your Internet connection and the size of the video. It is free to upload videos.
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    What should I do if I don't have a Gmail account?
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    There's nothing you can do except to create a Google Account. If you don't want to use Gmail, you can simply use your favorite email without creating a Gmail.
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    What should I do if I don't have the password?
    Community Answer
    Try resetting your password.
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    If I'm 13, do I have to be with an adult?
    Adrian
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    If you are 13 or older, you may create an account. If you are under 13, you must ask your parents to sign up for you.
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    Do I need a phone number to create an account?
    Adrian
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    Not if you already have a working e-mail address.
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    How long does it take to make an account?
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    Not very long. It will take approximately 5 minutes.
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    I have an email account with AT&T. Do I need to have a GMail account to create a YouTube account?
    Adrian
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    No, you don't need to have a GMail account if you have a working email address. You can choose to create a new Gmail address, or just use your current email.
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    Does it cost money to create an account?
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    No, it's absolutely free.
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    How old do I have to be to make a YouTube channel?
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    13 years old in most countries, but you can consult their website for their specific age restrictions.
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    Does this cost me anything?
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    No, except for viewing paid content which would cost money.
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    Can I make my YouTube videos available to my family only?
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    No. You can either make your videos public (available to everyone) or private (available to you only).
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    Can I delete a mistakenly uploaded video?
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    Yes, you can select a video to delete in the video manager.
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    How old do you have to be to make a YouTube account?
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    You only have to be at least 13 to create an account. To earn money, you must be at least 18, or you may use your parent's AdSense account to earn money. If you are under 13, you may ask your parents to sign up for you.
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    Is it suitable to have my siblings in my videos if they are not over 13?
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    Yes, as long as the content is age appropriate and it is okay with your parents.
  • Question
    How do I watch 18+ videos?
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    You must have an account and on the account your date of birth must indicate you are over 18.
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    Can I turn off comments for uploaded videos?
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    Yes, YouTube gives you the ability to disable comments on any of your uploaded videos.
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    I want to upload a secure video in YouTube, is it possible?
    Adrian
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    When uploading the video you can choose your privacy setting as Public, meaning it is on your list of videos and can be found in search results; Unlisted, meaning your video can only be found if someone knows the link; and Private, meaning you have to set which accounts have permission to view and otherwise cannot be viewed.
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    I am 10 years old and my brother has an account, but I'm too young to make an account. How can I make an account without disturbing my brother's account?
    Adrian
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    You can ask your parents to sign up for you. Your parents can sign up for you if they say it is okay.
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    Is it safe for young kids?
    Adrian
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    There is a YouTube Kids app for mobile, which has only approved videos for all ages. The normal YouTube may contain videos not appropriate for children.
  • Question
    How do I copy videos and put them on YouTube?
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    You cannot, as that is copyright infringement.
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    Can I use an iPhone, or does it have to be a camera?
    Community Answer
    You can use an iPhone. Just download an editing app so your videos look more professional.
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