How To Remove Copyright Claims on YouTube (FAST & EASY)
Learn how to remove copyright claims on YouTube to restore your video monetization. Discover fast and easy ways to erase, replace, trim, or dispute content.
Learn how to remove copyright claims on your videos, so you can fully monetize your videos again.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:16 How to know if there are copyright claims
0:40 Resolving copyright claims
1:04 Ways to remove copyright claims
1:12 Option 1: Erase song
1:22 Option 2: Replace song
1:32 Option 3: Trim out segment
1:49 Can't be trimmed with multi-language audio tracks
2:14 Option 4: Dispute a copyright claim
2:49 Dispute Option 1: Original Content
2:59 Dispute Option 2: Copyright exception such as fair use
3:12 Dispute Option 3: Public domain
3:22 Common misconceptions
3:32 Dispute Option 4: License
3:59 Escrow - Ad revenue is being held during dispute
4:09 Copyright claim released
4:19 Subscribe
4:29 Outro
- Identify active claims in YouTube Studio by checking for "Ineligible," "Blocked," or "Sharing" statuses under the Monetization and Restrictions columns.
- Clear claims without re-uploading by using YouTube's built-in "Take action" tools to Erase, Replace, or Trim the flagged segment.
- Fix grayed-out editing options by temporarily removing any multiple audio tracks or language dubs from your video's Languages tab.
- Dispute the claim if you legally own the rights, using valid categories like Original Content, Fair Use, Public Domain, or by pasting your purchased license text.
- Ad revenue is held in escrow for up to 30 days during the dispute process and is released directly to you if the claim is overturned.
- Avoid future copyright strikes by utilizing safe, high-quality assets like the best free resources for making YouTube videos.
How to Identify Copyright Claims on Your YouTube Videos
If copyright claims are blocking your YouTube earnings, either causing revenue to be shared or blocking monetization entirely, you need to resolve them to get your video fully monetized again.
To find out if your videos are affected, navigate to the Content tab inside YouTube Studio. Check the Monetization and Restrictions columns for your uploaded videos.
FAQ
Quick answers to the questions people usually ask about this topic.
Do I have to delete and re-upload my video if it gets a YouTube copyright claim?
Do I have to delete and re-upload my video if it gets a YouTube copyright claim?
No, you do not need to take your video down. YouTube offers built-in editing tools within YouTube Studio that allow you to clear the claim by erasing the flagged audio, replacing the song, or trimming out the copyrighted segment entirely without losing the video's views or URL.
Why are the options to edit or remove a copyrighted song grayed out?
Why are the options to edit or remove a copyrighted song grayed out?
If the editing options like 'Erase Song' or 'Replace Song' are grayed out, it is usually because you have automatic language dubbing enabled. YouTube cannot currently edit videos that have multiple audio tracks. To fix this, navigate to the Languages tab, remove the translated tracks, and reopen the copyright details to access the editing tools.
How long does a YouTube copyright claim dispute take?
How long does a YouTube copyright claim dispute take?
Once you submit your dispute in YouTube Studio, the copyright claimant has up to 30 days to review your appeal and issue a response. If they release the claim, YouTube will send you an email notification confirming your video is fully monetized again.
Will I lose my ad revenue while waiting for a dispute to finish?
Will I lose my ad revenue while waiting for a dispute to finish?
No, you will not lose your earnings assuming you win the appeal. During the 30-day review period, your video is placed in an escrow process. YouTube securely holds all ad earnings generated during this time and will release the full amount directly to you once the claim is resolved in your favor.
How do I prove I purchased a license for a song during a dispute?
How do I prove I purchased a license for a song during a dispute?
If you purchased a track from a stock library like Envato Elements, simply download the license file for that specific song from the platform. Open the document, copy the license text, and paste it directly into the rationale box under the 'License' option when filing your dispute in YouTube Studio.
How can I avoid getting copyright claims on my future YouTube videos?
How can I avoid getting copyright claims on my future YouTube videos?
The easiest way to avoid claims and protect your monetization is to only use assets you have the rights to. To find safe, high-quality music and visuals, check out this guide on the best free resources for making YouTube videos.
