Answer each question after running the test. Use a logged-out private window, or a friend who doesn't follow you, for the "outside view" tests. We never ask for your password, and your answers stay on your device.

1. 1

   Does YouTube Studio show any strikes, age restrictions or other restrictions on your videos?

   Official notice

   Open YouTube Studio → Content and check the Restrictions column. Then check Dashboard for Community Guidelines strikes or warnings.

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2. 2

   Are your videos missing from search when you search their exact titles?

   Visibility test

   In a private window, search the exact title of a recent public video. If it doesn't appear on the first couple of pages while copies or unrelated videos do, it may be limited in search.

   Yes No Not sure
3. 3

   Have search and Browse features traffic dropped sharply?

   Visibility test

   In Studio → Analytics → Content → Traffic source, compare YouTube search and Browse features with the same period last month. A sharp, lasting drop on both is a warning sign.

   Yes No Not sure
4. 4

   Are your comments on other channels invisible to others?

   Visibility test

   Leave a comment on a video from another channel, then open that video in a private window and sort comments by Newest first. If your comment never shows up, it's being held or filtered.

   Yes No Not sure