Frequently Asked Questions

A copyright strike is a formal legal takedown; three inside 90 days end the channel. A Content ID claim is automated — it usually just tracks or monetizes the video without touching your standing.

Ninety days from the date it was issued, provided you complete Copyright School. You can clear it sooner with a retraction from the claimant or a valid counter-notification.

Your account and any associated channels are subject to termination. All videos uploaded to your account will be removed, and you won't be able to create new channels.

No, never. The scanner engine reads public channel metadata only. We will never ask for your password or direct credentials.

Scans execute in seconds via live public data indexing and proxy validation, returning instant status reports for handles and URLs.

If a video was removed by mistake — fair use, an original license or public domain — you can file a counter-notification. The claimant then has 10 business days to show they've taken you to court; if they don't, the video is restored.

No. Deleting the video does not resolve the strike and removes your ability to submit a counter-notification through YouTube Studio.