Find the unique Channel ID for any YouTube channel
Examples: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChannelName or https://www.youtube.com/user/Username or @username
Finding channel ID…
Channel Name
Channel description will appear here…
Channel URL Formats
How to Use the YouTube Channel ID Finder
- Copy the URL of the YouTube channel you want to find the ID for
- Paste the URL in the input field above
- Click the “Find Channel ID” button
- View the channel information and copy the Channel ID
- Use the different URL formats as needed for your projects
Frequently Asked Questions
YouTube Tools Collection
Enhance your YouTube experience with our specialized tools.
YouTube Channel ID Finder — Quickly Locate Any Channel ID
Every YouTube channel has a unique ID — a stable string of characters that never changes, even if the channel renames itself or uses a custom URL. Knowing this ID is crucial for developers, marketers, and creators who want reliable access to channel data. In this guide, we’ll explain what a YouTube Channel ID is, why it matters, and how to use the built-in YouTube Channel ID Finder on this page.
What is a YouTube Channel ID?
A Channel ID is a permanent identifier automatically assigned by YouTube. It usually starts with UC followed by 22 characters, like UCabcd1234Efgh5678ijkl90. Unlike channel names or custom URLs, the Channel ID never changes, making it reliable for API calls, analytics, and embedding content.
Why do you need it?
- Access channel statistics using YouTube Data API.
- Embed playlists, videos, or widgets linked to a specific channel.
- Track performance of multiple channels without relying on changing usernames.
- Ensure consistency in databases, marketing tools, or reports.
How to find a YouTube Channel ID manually
Even without a tool, you can get a channel’s ID manually:
- From the URL: Default channel URLs look like
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxxxx. The string after/channel/is the Channel ID. - View page source: On a channel page, right-click → View Page Source, and search for
channelId. The long string is the ID. - YouTube Studio: If you manage the channel, Studio → Settings → Advanced shows the ID.
/c/Name or /user/Name) hide the ID in the URL, so you’ll need a finder tool or API call to get it.
Using the YouTube Channel ID Finder on this page
Our built-in ID Finder makes finding a Channel ID extremely easy:
- Paste the channel URL into the input field above the finder.
- Click the Find ID button.
- Instantly see the unique Channel ID below.
Best practices
- Always copy the full ID to avoid missing characters.
- Use IDs in APIs, databases, and embeds rather than usernames.
- Respect privacy and copyright when using channel IDs.
Examples of real use
1. Analytics: Track multiple channels in a dashboard using their unique IDs.
2. Embedding: Display playlists or videos from a specific channel reliably.
3. Reporting: Generate accurate reports for marketers without relying on names that might change.
Common pitfalls
- Custom or vanity URLs don’t show the Channel ID directly.
- Manual copy errors — always double-check the string length (usually 24 characters).
- Relying on channel names instead of IDs can break scripts or embeds.