What Is a YouTube Channel ID?
A YouTube Channel ID is a unique, permanent identifier assigned to each YouTube channel. Unlike channel names or handles, which users may remember only partially or which may change over time, a Channel ID always points to one specific channel.
Example of a YouTube Channel ID
A Channel ID typically starts with “UC” followed by letters and numbers, such as UCx1234567890abcdef. This ID is used internally by YouTube and never changes, even if the channel updates its name or handle.
One Handle Can Point to Multiple Channel IDs
In real-world usage, a handle keyword like @technews does not always map cleanly to a single channel. Over time, similar or reused handle keywords may exist across different channels, and users often remember only part of a handle or an old version. As a result, the same handle keyword can effectively lead to multiple different Channel IDs, depending on context and timing.
Why Channel IDs Are the Only Reliable Identifier
Because Channel IDs are unique and permanent, they eliminate ambiguity. For tasks like API access, analytics, reporting, or channel verification, relying on a Channel ID ensures you are always referencing the correct channel, regardless of handle changes or similarities.
Key YouTube Terms You Should Know
Understanding these key YouTube terms is essential when working with channels and their data. Knowing the difference between a handle, channel name, and channel link ensures you can accurately identify and reference any YouTube channel.
Handle (@handle)
A handle is a unique identifier for a YouTube channel in the format @username. Handles are user-friendly and easy to remember, and can be used in URLs like https://www.youtube.com/@tunepocket. However, a single handle may correspond to multiple Channel IDs, so it doesn’t always uniquely identify a channel.
Channel Name
The channel name is the public display name chosen by the creator. For example, “TunePocket” is a channel name. Unlike handles, multiple channels can share the same name, so it isn’t a unique identifier.
Channel Link
A channel link points to a channel’s homepage and can use either the handle (/@handle) or the Channel ID (/channel/UCxxxxxxxxxx). For example: • Handle link: https://www.youtube.com/@tunepocket • Channel ID link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx1234567890abcdef
How to Find a YouTube Channel ID
Finding a YouTube Channel ID is easy. Simply enter a channel’s @handle or handle link, click the button, and the tool will display the corresponding Channel ID along with related channel information.
Step 1: Enter the @handle or channel link
Start by typing the channel’s @handle or pasting the full handle link into the input box. The tool supports both formats, so you don’t need to worry about which one you have.
Step 2: Click “Get Channel ID”
Press the button to submit your input. The tool will process the handle or link and retrieve the corresponding YouTube Channel ID along with relevant channel information.
Step 3: View and use the Channel ID
Once retrieved, you can see the Channel ID (starting with UC) along with details like channel name and link. Use this ID for API access, analytics, reporting, or any task that requires the precise channel reference.
Key Features of Our YouTube Channel ID Finder
Our YouTube Channel ID Finder is designed to make it simple and reliable to retrieve channel IDs. It supports multiple input formats and provides all relevant channel information, ensuring accurate results for every search.
Supports @handles and Handle Links
The tool works with both simple @handles and full handle links, such as https://www.youtube.com/@tunepocket. This flexibility ensures you can input the format you have without worrying about errors.
Retrieves Channel ID and Related Information
Enter a channel’s handle or link, and the tool will display the unique Channel ID (starting with UC) along with details like the channel name and link. This gives you all the data needed to reference the channel accurately.
Quick and Accurate Results
Get the correct Channel ID instantly without manual searching or guesswork. The tool quickly processes your input to return reliable results every time.
Copy or Export Channel Information
Easily copy the retrieved Channel ID along with related details such as the channel name and link. You can also export this information for use in APIs, analytics, reports, or other tools, making it simple to work with the data in any workflow.