YouTube Channel ID Finder
Get the official UCxxxxxxxx Channel ID from any YouTube channel URL, @handle, or username — instantly, for free.
Works with: youtube.com/channel/UC… · youtube.com/@handle · @handle
Paste a YouTube URL or @handle above to get started
⚡ Instant
Extracts Channel ID directly from the public channel page in seconds.
🔗 All URL formats
Works with /channel/, /c/, /user/, and modern @handle URLs.
🔓 100% Free
No API key, no login, no usage limits. Use anytime.
What is a YouTube Channel ID?
A YouTube Channel ID is the unique identifier assigned to every YouTube channel. It always starts with "UC" and is 24 characters long (e.g., UCxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx). Unlike custom handles or usernames, the Channel ID is permanent and never changes even if the creator renames their channel.
Why do you need a YouTube Channel ID?
You need the Channel ID to use the YouTube Data API v3, subscribe to a channel's RSS feed (https://www.youtube.com/feeds/videos.xml?channel_id=UC…), embed channel widgets on websites, set up social media analytics tools, run targeted ad campaigns by channel, and configure YouTube-related developer integrations.
How to find YouTube Channel ID from @handle
YouTube moved from legacy usernames to @handles. Many tools only work with old-style URLs, but this finder supports modern @handles directly. Simply type or paste the @handle (e.g. @MrBeast) into the box above — no need to visit YouTube first.
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