How to Find Your YouTube Channel ID in 2025

Your YouTube Channel ID is a unique identifier assigned to every channel on the platform. Whether you're setting up analytics, integrating third-party tools, or troubleshooting issues, knowing how to locate your Channel ID is essential. Here's how to find it in 2025.

Method 1: Find YouTube Channel ID via Channel URL

1. Go to YouTube and navigate to your channel.
2. Look at the URL in your browser's address bar.
3. If the URL contains /c/ or /user/, you're viewing the custom URL, not the ID.
4. For the true Channel ID, the URL should include /channel/ followed by a long string of letters and numbers (e.g., UCxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx).
5. The part after /channel/ is your Channel ID.

Method 2: Find Channel ID via YouTube Studio

1. Sign in to YouTube Studio (studio.youtube.com).
2. Click on Settings in the left menu.
3. Select Channel and then Advanced settings.
4. Scroll down to find your Channel ID under Channel URL.

Method 3: Find Another Channel's ID

1. Visit the channel you want to inspect.
2. Right-click on the page and select View Page Source.
3. Press Ctrl+F (or Cmd+F on Mac) and search for channelId.
4. The value next to it (e.g., "channelId":"UCxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx") is the Channel ID.

Why Your YouTube Channel ID Matters

Your Channel ID is crucial for:
- Connecting to YouTube API services
- Setting up Google Analytics tracking
- Verifying ownership for third-party tools
- Troubleshooting channel issues
- Advanced channel customization

Channel ID vs. Custom URL

Remember that your Channel ID (e.g., UCxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx) is different from a custom URL (e.g., youtube.com/c/YourName). The ID never changes, while custom URLs can be modified.

Need More Help?

If you're still having trouble finding your Channel ID in 2025, visit YouTube's official help center or contact their support team for assistance.