Check the copyright status, license type, and restrictions of any YouTube video instantly.
How it works
Copy the URL of any public YouTube video and paste it into the field above.
Click 'Check Copyright' and the video's license, content restrictions, and availability are retrieved instantly.
See the license type, content restrictions, age limit, and country availability in a clear summary.
Features
Identifies whether the video uses a Standard YouTube License, Creative Commons license, or has restrictions.
Shows whether the video contains copyrighted clips or audio that may affect how you can use the content.
Clearly displays whether the video is age-restricted or available to all viewers.
Shows the geographic availability of the video — whether it's available worldwide or restricted to specific regions.
Color-coded badges make it instantly clear whether the video is safe to use or has restrictions.
No account, no sign-up, no limits. Check as many videos as you need.
Who is it for
Verify the copyright status of videos before using clips, audio, or footage in your own content.
Check whether competitor or partner videos have licensing restrictions before sharing or embedding.
Verify that videos used in educational settings are properly licensed and age-appropriate.
Document the copyright and licensing status of YouTube videos for academic or journalistic work.
Use cases
Before using clips, audio, or footage from a YouTube video in your own content, verify the license type and whether copyrighted material is present.
Educators and parents use the age restriction check to verify that video content is appropriate for their audience before sharing.
Check whether a video is available in your target country before embedding it in a website or campaign.
Researchers studying YouTube's content policies use this tool to document the licensing and restriction status of videos at scale.
Features & formats
FAQ
It means the content creator retains all rights to the video. You can watch it on YouTube but cannot download, repost, or repurpose it without explicit permission from the creator.
It means the video includes third-party copyrighted material such as music, film clips, or other protected content. This may affect how you can use the video and could result in a Content ID claim if you repost it.
Creative Commons videos can be reused, but the specific terms depend on the CC license type. Always check the exact license conditions before reusing content.
This tool checks the video's declared license and restriction status. Content ID claims are managed separately by YouTube and may not be fully visible through the public API.
No. The tool is completely free with no usage limits.
Our YouTube Copyright Checker retrieves the license type, copyright content status, age restrictions, and country availability of any public YouTube video. Paste the video URL and get a clear summary with color-coded status indicators in seconds. Whether you're checking content before reuse, verifying age suitability, or researching YouTube's licensing landscape, this tool gives you the information you need. Completely free, no sign-up required.