Today is the day we're launching our pilot program to give some previously terminated creators a chance to rejoin YouTube. We know there's a lot of interest and questions – key points below: * What’s happening? Starting today, some previously terminated creators will have the opportunity to request a new YouTube channel. Not every eligible creator will have the option to request a new channel right away – we’re rolling this out slowly as we carefully review requests and learn from the pilot. * What does a new channel mean? Creators accepted through this pilot can create new channels. A new channel means a fresh start – creators can build back their community, upload old content (that follows our Community Guidelines), and apply for YPP once their new channel is eligible. * How will YouTube review requests? We'll consider a variety of factors like the severity or persistence of the original violations, or whether a creator’s on- or off-platform activity harmed or may continue to harm the YouTube community. * Who isn’t eligible? Terminated creators are not eligible to request a new channel until one year after their termination date. Also, not every type of channel termination will be eligible for this pilot. For example, creators terminated for copyright infringement or those who violated our Creator Responsibility policies. * What about appeals? Creators can still appeal if they want our team to take another look at their original channel termination. This option is available for one year after a termination. * Important Reminder: Our Community Guidelines and other policies still apply, and creators will not have another opportunity to return to YouTube if they are terminated again. We’re looking forward to providing an opportunity for creators to start fresh and bring their voice back to YouTube. More details → yt.be/help/AfDAs
