How do I check my YouTube channel's feature eligibility?

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YouTube channels associated with Chico State are subject to YouTube's standard policies and restrictions. The university cannot influence or override these policies. For campus-related video hosting, Kaltura is often preferred due to its more flexible policies and fewer restrictions. However, if you need to use YouTube, it's important to know what features are available for your account and how to enable additional capabilities, such as posting videos longer than 15 minutes.

This guide will walk you through the process of checking your YouTube channel's feature eligibility and the steps to enable intermediate features by verifying a phone number.

Prerequisites

  • Access to your Chico State Google account

Step-by-Step Instructions

To view your YouTube channel's feature eligibility, do the following:

  1. Go to YouTube Studio.
  2. From the sidebar, select Settings > Channel > Feature eligibility.
  3. The feature sets your account is enabled for will display a green Enabled badge. Feature sets that your account doesn't have access to will show a muted Eligible badge.

To post videos longer than 15 minutes, you need to enable intermediate features:

  1. Under Intermediate features, select the option to Verify phone number.
  2. Follow the prompts to enter your phone number and complete the verification process.

Now, your YouTube channel will be enabled to upload videos longer than 15 minutes.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with verifying your phone number or accessing certain features, ensure that your account complies with YouTube's community guidelines and terms of service. Additionally, consider using Kaltura for on-campus video hosting if you require fewer restrictions or face limitations with YouTube.

Still need help? If you run into problems or still need help, reach out to Learning Technology Services. 

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