When you create a video that you want to keep within a select group of viewers, posting it as a private video on YouTube is an excellent option. Below are detailed steps on how you can post a private video to YouTube:
Sign In To YouTube Studio
The first step in making your video private on YouTube is to sign in to YouTube Studio. This is where you can access all the tools needed to manage your videos and channel settings.
Select Content From The Left Menu
Once you are in YouTube Studio, navigate to the left menu and select “Content.” This will display a list of all your uploaded videos and streams.
Choose The Video You Want To Update
Point to the video that you want to set as private. If you want to see your live uploads, you can select the “Live” tab to filter your videos.
Click “Visibility” And Choose Privacy Setting
Click on the down arrow under the “Visibility” setting for the video you selected. This will open a dropdown menu where you can choose between Public, Private, or Unlisted.
Select “Private” And Save
To make your video private, select the “Private” option from the dropdown menu. After that, remember to click the “Save” button to apply the changes and set your video’s privacy setting to private.
Check Your Video’s Privacy Setting
It’s always a good practice to double-check that your video’s privacy setting has been updated successfully. You can do this by viewing the video and confirming that it can only be accessed by those you have shared it with.
Sharing A Private Video
When you have set a video to private on YouTube, you have the control to share it with specific viewers by sharing the video link or inviting people via email. This ensures that only the intended audience can view your private video.
Ensuring Viewer Privacy
By setting your video as private on YouTube, you can ensure the privacy of your content and control who can see it. This is particularly useful for sharing personal videos or sensitive material with a select group of people.
Managing Multiple Private Videos
If you have multiple videos that you want to keep private, you can follow the same steps outlined above for each video. YouTube allows you to individually set the privacy settings for each video you upload.
Keeping Up With Privacy Settings
It’s essential to review and update your video privacy settings regularly, especially if you have new content that needs to be kept private. By staying on top of your privacy settings, you can maintain control over who can access your videos on YouTube.
