What is a YouTube Channel ID?

A YouTube Channel ID is a unique 24-character identifier that starts with 'UC' followed by 22 characters. It's used by YouTube's API and various tools to identify channels uniquely, regardless of custom URLs or handles.

How do I find a YouTube Channel ID from a handle?

Enter the channel handle (like @channelname) or the full channel URL into our tool. We'll automatically detect the format and find the corresponding Channel ID using YouTube's Data API.

Can I get channel statistics along with the ID?

Yes, our tool provides comprehensive channel information including subscriber count, total views, video count, channel creation date, and other relevant statistics along with the Channel ID.

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Understanding YouTube Channel IDs

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API Development

Use Channel IDs for consistent API calls and data tracking

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Analytics Tracking

Monitor channel performance and growth over time

Channel ID Use Cases

Development Applications:

YouTube Data API: Required for API requests
RSS Feeds: Subscribe to channel video feeds
Embed Integration: Embed channel content
Analytics Tools: Track channel metrics
Bot Development: Automate channel interactions

Business Applications:

Competitor Analysis: Monitor competitor channels
Influencer Outreach: Identify and contact creators
Content Curation: Aggregate content from channels
Partnership Management: Track partner channels
Brand Monitoring: Watch brand mentions and collaborations