Terms of Service
Last updated: 2025-08-23
By using or accessing YouTube services, you agree to these terms and our Privacy Policy. If you violate these terms, we may suspend or terminate your service. Thank you for using YouTube.
1. INTRODUCTION
YouTube (the "Service") is provided by YouTube LLC. These terms (the "Terms") govern your use of the Service. You must agree to these terms to use the Service.
Key points: You must be at least 13 years old. You may be required to register for an account. Your content must comply with our policies. We may modify these terms at any time.
2. ELIGIBILITY
- You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
- Residents of certain countries may have restricted access
- Parents may create accounts for children aged 13-18 with their consent
If we learn you are under 13, we will delete your account and content.
3. YOUR ACCOUNT
Account Creation
- You must provide accurate information
- You may choose only one account type
- Google and YouTube accounts are separate
Account Maintenance
- You must protect your login credentials
- Activities performed with your account are your responsibility
- We may suspend or terminate accounts for policy violations
4. YOUR CONTENT
Content means any video, audio, text, images, or other materials you upload, post, or transmit using the YouTube Service.
By uploading content, you confirm that:
- You own or have authorization to share the content
- The content will not violate any person's copyrights or other rights
5. POLICIES & GUIDELINES
| Category | Prohibited Acts |
|---|---|
| Legal Compliance | Violating laws or uploading harmful content |
| Content Standards | Hate speech, harassment, or violence |
| Intellectual Property | Uploading copyrighted content without rights |