You will see the message “This video is private” on YouTube videos that you do not have access to. You need an invitation link for this.
“This video is private”: All information about the YouTube message
If you want to open a YouTube video and the message This video is privateit is not visible on YouTube. The creator has decided not to make the video public.
- This means that most users are unable to watch, comment, share or download the video. They only receive the message Video not available. This video is private.
- This is possible via the privacy settings in YouTube Studio. By setting Private Uploaders can specify exactly who can see the video.
- After uploading, they enter the Email addresses of the desired people, who must match the corresponding YouTube account, and send them an invitation link. They can then use the link to access the video.
- Are you one of these Group of peopleyou should log in to YouTube or provide your correct email address to the creator. This is the only way you can watch the private YouTube video.
- Important: Videos of people under 18 are automatically made private for security reasons.
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