Intellectual Property Policy
Last updated: 2025-08-23
As creators and users of YouTube, you share in our mission to make content accessible worldwide. We protect intellectual property rights while fostering innovation and creative expression.
1. OVERVIEW
Our intellectual property policies govern how content is shared, protected, and used across the platform. This document outlines rights and responsibilities for users, creators, and partners.
We use automated systems and human review to detect and address unauthorized content. Users can file DMCA takedown requests through our official abuse reporting system.
2. CONTENT OWNERSHIP
User Content
By uploading content, you grant YouTube a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display your content across platforms and devices.
Platform Content
All YouTube logos, trademarks, and proprietary materials are protected by international intellectual property laws and may not be used without proper authorization.
3. RIGHTS AND PROTECTION
Copyright Claims
Content owners can register works with our copyright system to claim content or request removal.
Trademarks
Trademark holders may request removal of infringing content through our trademark reporting form.
Patent Protection
We actively protect our patented technologies and may pursue legal action against infringers.
4. REPORTING VIOLATIONS
For Content Owners
- ▶ Submit copyright claims via Copyright Center
- ▶ Complete DMCA takedown forms through Legal Portal
For General Users
- ▶ Use Content Reporting Tool
- ▶ Send abuse notices through Abuse Form