YouTube has introduced the “Second Chance” initiative, allowing creators who were previously banned to apply for a new channel and begin anew on the platform.
How Formerly Banned YouTubers Can Launch a New Channel
On Thursday, YouTube introduced a new initiative through its blog, stating, “We recognize that many creators who were previously terminated deserve another opportunity – over the past 20 years, YouTube has grown and changed, and we too have had chances to correct our approach with the community.”
This initiative primarily focuses on creators who shared misinformation during the 2020 U.S. Presidential elections and the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it does not apply to those whose channels were removed due to copyright violations or breaches of other platform policies.
In a blog post, Team YouTube stated that over the coming weeks, eligible creators will have the option to request a new channel when they access YouTube Studio on desktop using their previously terminated account.
It’s important to note that this process does not restore the old channel or its content. Creators will need to start anew with a fresh channel. They are allowed to reupload their previous videos, provided they follow YouTube’s current guidelines. Once the new channel meets the requirements of the YouTube Partner Program, creators can also apply for monetization.
Recently, YouTube has introduced several enhancements for creators, including AI tools for Shorts and AI-driven language dubbing to help reach a broader audience. This presents a valuable chance for many creators to start over and grow their audience with new content.
