YouTube Channel ID Finder
Extract the channel ID or handle from any YouTube channel URL format instantly.
Supported URL formats:
youtube.com/@handle
youtube.com/channel/UCxxxxxxxx
youtube.com/user/username
youtube.com/c/customname
Can't find your channel ID?
Go to your YouTube channel page → right-click → View page source → search for "channelId" or "externalId". The value starting with "UC" is your channel ID.
How to Use
- Paste any YouTube channel URL into the field.
- The channel ID or handle is extracted instantly.
- Click Copy to copy it to your clipboard.
FAQ
What's the difference between a channel ID and a handle?
A channel ID (starting with "UC") is YouTube's internal unique identifier. A handle (@name) is a user-chosen name. Both can be used in YouTube API calls.
Why can't this find all IDs automatically?
Some URL formats (like /c/custom or /user/) map to an internal ID that is only available via the YouTube API. This tool extracts what's in the URL itself.