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How to Create Custom YouTube URLs

Having a custom YouTube URL makes your channel more recognizable, easier to share, and more professional. Instead of a long, random link, you can have a personalized URL that matches your brand or channel name.

Quick Summary:

  • A custom YouTube URL makes your channel link cleaner and easier to remember.
  • You need at least 100 subscribers, a profile picture, and a banner to qualify.
  • GoTo.now helps shorten and manage your custom URLs efficiently.

Why Use a Custom YouTube URL?

By default, YouTube assigns a long string of numbers and letters to your channel URL. A custom URL, like youtube.com/YourChannelName, looks more professional and is easier for viewers to remember and share.

How to Get a Custom YouTube URL

To be eligible for a custom YouTube URL, your channel must meet the following criteria:

  • Have at least 100 subscribers
  • Be at least 30 days old
  • Have a profile picture and a banner image

Once eligible, follow these steps to set your custom URL:

  1. Go to YouTube Studio and click on Customization in the left-hand menu.
  2. Under the Basic Info tab, find the Custom URL option.
  3. YouTube will suggest URLs based on your channel name. Choose one or customize it.
  4. Click Confirm to save your custom URL.

Shortening and Managing Your Custom YouTube URL

Even with a custom YouTube URL, you might still want to shorten or track clicks. Using a URL shortener like GoTo.now helps keep your link clean and easy to manage.

To shorten your YouTube URL:

  1. Go to GoTo.now and paste your YouTube URL.
  2. Click the “Shorten” button to get a cleaner version of your link.
  3. Copy and use your new URL anywhere you want to share your channel.

Generating a QR Code for Your YouTube Channel

Want an easy way for people to access your channel? Convert your custom URL into a QR code using the GoTo.now QR Code Generator. Simply enter your link, and you’ll receive a QR code that directs people straight to your channel.

Ensuring Your YouTube URL is Safe

Before sharing any link, it’s always good to verify its safety. The GoTo.now Link Checker lets you confirm that your URL is secure and not leading to harmful sites.

Creating a custom YouTube URL enhances your brand visibility and makes sharing easier. Try GoTo.now to simplify your link management and improve engagement today.