Table of Contents
1. Getting locked
This happens suddenly without any announcement. Don’t expect any explanation, email from them is rather generic and cold.
Now you are blocked. Fortunately you still have access to your google profile therefore you can read emails and send them.
In the article I will show you how you can fix that and unblock your account.
Hi USER,
We have reviewed your content and found severe or repeated violations of our Community Guidelines. Because of this, we have removed your channel from YouTube.
We know that this is probably very upsetting news, but it's our job to make sure that YouTube is a safe place for all. If we think that a channel severely violates our policies, we take it down to protect other users on the platform – but if you believe that we've made the wrong call, you can appeal this decision. You'll find more information about the policy in question and how to submit an appeal below.
What our policy says
Spam, scams or commercially deceptive content are not allowed on YouTube.
How this affects your channel
We have permanently removed your channel from YouTube. Going forward, you won't be able to access, possess or create any other YouTube channels.
What you can do next
There are steps that you can take if you want to appeal this decision:
- Review YouTube's Community Guidelines.
- Appeal here. Make sure that you fill in the appeal form as completely as possible, including your channel URL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG-Q5LqghFXjkom391RV85g
If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to us here.
Yours sincerely,
The YouTube Team
2. Appeal instantly
Don’t wait, just appeal instantly. Using below URL and fill out the form
https://support.google.com/accounts/contact/suspended
You will get below confirmation on your email box:
Thank you for contacting us about restoring access to your Google Account.
Google will review your appeal as soon as possible. Most requests take 2 business days to review, but some might take longer.
You may be able to download your data from some Google services. To get started, sign in to your account. If your account is eligible, you’ll see a link to download your data.
Thanks for your patience.
Having google account without youtube still giving you a chance to handle appeal. That is good, at least you can fight back.
3. When appeal failed
It might be the case that your appeal will not be successful. Like below answer
Hi Tomasz USER,
We have reviewed your appeal for the following:
Channel: toughcoding
We reviewed your channel carefully, and have confirmed that it violates our spam, deceptive practices and scams policy. We know this is probably disappointing news, but it's our job to make sure that YouTube is a safe place for all.
How this affects your channel
We won't be putting your channel back up on YouTube.
Thanks,
The YouTube team
Don’t give up. Appeal second time. Although you might receive below email instantly
Hello toughcoding,
We received an appeal for your channel and it looks like a previous appeal has recently been denied. Please take a look at the email we sent previously for additional details on the rejection.
Thanks,
The YouTube team
Don’t pay attention to it. They using automat/robot to talk to you. Instead use other communication channels like twitter
4. Use Twitter to complain about your channel
@TeamYouTube
I am encouraging YouTube to correct system of accidental removals of channels. This time it happened to me and no details. In era of Big Data and AI at least form of listed probable violations should be presented. instead sad message without any clue
Because Twitter is public, everyone can see discussion between you and them. Therefore they cannot act like with emails, they cannot ignore you without any attention. People will see, people will judge. So I am posting more on twitter, another post after getting appeal response
@TeamYouTube
After appeal they so fast still standing to keep channel removed. This is strange as still no effort to explain any details
And they answer
@TeamYouTube
we're going to pass this along for another look! it may take a couple of days until we have an update, but we’ll let you know when we have one
And I answer too
@toughcoding
I got your appeal review without any details. I decided to move my videos set to DTube as cooperation based on unknown and NOT at all clear rules is to risky. I really do not violate any terms and have only license content. Therefore ... Goodbye
Now 2 days passing and still now account access …
It is funny that you cannot access your own data during that period. You might upload videos using mobile phone as live without backup, YouTube might get benefit from your views and sellign ads during that time but then who cares ,they blocking it – they own it.
5. Account being Unclocked and restored with all comments and data
Suddenly You may receive email from them
Hi USER,
We're pleased to let you know that we've recently reviewed your YouTube account and, after taking another look, we can confirm that it is not in violation of our Terms of Service. We have lifted the suspension of your account, and it is once again active and operational.
We'd like to thank you for your patience while we reviewed this case. Our goal is to make sure that content doesn't violate our Community Guidelines so that YouTube can be a safe place for all – and sometimes we make mistakes trying to get it right. We hope you understand, and we're sorry for any inconvenience or frustration this has caused.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to us here.
Yours sincerely,
The YouTube Team
Additionally They may answer your last twitt
@TeamYouTube
update: confirming this was a mistake on our side!! your channel has been reinstated! it may take 24 - 48 hours for videos to reappear (this is just a normal part of the reinstatement!). so sorry this happened!!
6. YouTube Community Guidelines
Following YouTube Community Guidelines
Below is AI generated text about youtube guidelines and I think it really matching the way of communication between you and them.
Don’t expect human language.
As content creators on YouTube, it is crucial for us to follow the community guidelines set by the platform. These guidelines are in place to ensure that all content on YouTube is safe, appropriate, and respectful of everyone's rights. We must be especially mindful about the type of content we create and share, such as avoiding graphic or violent material, harmful or dangerous acts, and hate speech. Violating these guidelines not only puts our channel at risk of being removed or demonetized, but it also harms the YouTube community as a whole. By following these guidelines, we not only comply with YouTube's standards, but we also promote a positive and inclusive community. Additionally, it is our responsibility to ensure that our content is suitable for all ages and does not infringe on any copyrights or trademarks. Ultimately, by adhering to the community guidelines, we can create a safe and welcoming platform for all users to enjoy.
Prohibited content and topics
The issue of prohibited content and topics is one that cannot be taken lightly. In today’s information age, a vast amount of content is easily accessible to anyone with an internet connection. Thus, it becomes imperative that certain topics be strictly prohibited in order to maintain a safe and ethical online environment. The types of prohibited content typically include hate speech, harassment, threats, and child exploitation. These subjects are not only morally wrong but also pose serious legal consequences for individuals who engage with them. Moreover, it is important to recognize that freedom of expression is not an absolute right and can, in certain instances, be limited in the interest of protecting others from harm. Therefore, any content that is deemed to be detrimental to society must be thoroughly regulated. In conclusion, we must consistently uphold strict guidelines for prohibited content and topics online in order to strive towards a safer and more responsible digital landscape.
Reporting inappropriate content
Reporting inappropriate content is a responsibility that all individuals who use online platforms should take seriously. Inappropriate content ranges from violent or hateful speech, nudity, fraud, cyberbullying, and other forms of content that violate the platform's guidelines. Such content can cause emotional harm, lead to physical harm, or undermine the credibility of the platform. Reporting inappropriate content is, therefore, a proactive step towards creating a safer online environment. It involves promptly notifying the platform administrators of any content that breaches their policies, providing evidence where necessary, and cooperating with investigations. Reporting inappropriate content also involves advocating for awareness and education on responsible online behavior and encouraging other users to respect the platform's guidelines. To maintain the integrity of online platforms, individuals have a responsibility to be vigilant and report any inappropriate content they come across.
Community strikes and consequences
Community strikes are a form of collective action taken by a group of people to demand change or protest against an injustice. While these strikes can be an effective means of raising awareness and achieving their intended goals, they also have consequences that must be taken into account. Strikes can disrupt normal life and create a significant economic impact on the community. Businesses may suffer losses, and essential services like healthcare and transportation may be affected, leading to inconvenience and distress for residents. Moreover, strikes can sometimes escalate into violent confrontations with authorities, putting public safety at risk.
Therefore, it is important to approach community strikes with caution and weigh the potential benefits against the drawbacks. Dialogue and negotiation with the concerned parties can often lead to a more effective and peaceful resolution of issues. While the right to strike is a fundamental human right, it should be exercised with prudence and responsibility. Communities have the power to bring about change, but they must also be mindful of their impact on the wider social and economic fabric of their region.
YouTube’s enforcement policy
YouTube's enforcement policy sets the standard for content moderation on the internet. As a platform that reaches millions of users every day, their responsibility to ensure safe and appropriate content cannot be understated. The policy outlines a range of prohibited content, from explicit violence to hate speech and harassment. However, the policy's effectiveness has come under scrutiny for its inconsistency and lack of transparency. While they have invested in technology and human moderators to detect and remove inappropriate content, the scale of the platform makes it impossible to catch everything. Additionally, YouTube's appeals process and decision-making mechanisms have also been criticized for their opacity and bias. As a leading player in the tech industry, it is essential that YouTube takes seriously its role in shaping digital discourse. A more robust and transparent enforcement policy would enable users to trust the platform and create a safer online environment for all.
Writing back as human I can tell you to don’t bother about their guidelines to match as they are not so clear. They leaving space for them to have a chance to block you without a need to explain with details what was wrong.
Just in case you really want to read this I am giving you a URL
https://www.youtube.com/howyoutubeworks/policies/community-guidelines/
How does YouTube identify content that violates Community Guidelines?
With hundreds of hours of new content uploaded to YouTube every minute, we use a combination of people and machine learning to detect problematic content at scale. Machine learning is well-suited to detect patterns, which helps us to find content similar to other content we’ve already removed, even before it’s viewed.
We also recognize that the best way to quickly remove content is to anticipate problems before they emerge. Our Intelligence Desk monitors the news, social media, and user reports to detect new trends surrounding inappropriate content, and works to make sure our teams are prepared to address them before they can become a larger issue.
7. YouTube Monetization
Ad revenue
While YouTube getting income from audience You will bring to them they not necessary share it with You. You channel might get strikes and be on hold from getting income while advertisements still be displayed over there. This is inconsistent but this is life.
8. Alternatives to YouTube
There is DTube. I like a concept of it to store videos in decentralized database and public voting criteria but it seems is not growing.
9. Final thoughts
You learn how to deal with blocked account and how to act in future. This might happen to everyone – viewer, content creator, some subscriber, multiple options. But common thing is that no access to videos and comments. Fortunately there is twitter platform that really helps with recovery and restoration. I recommend it to you to use it.
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