🔹 Introduction
Accidentally deleted your YouTube channel and now want to get it back? 😟
Don’t worry — if your YouTube channel was connected to a Brand Account, there’s still a way to recover it!
In this guide, I’ll show you step-by-step how to restore your permanently deleted YouTube channel using your Google Brand Account, including what to do if it doesn’t appear right away.
🔹 What Happens When You Delete a YouTube Channel?
When you delete a YouTube channel, the following things happen:
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All videos, playlists, comments, and analytics are deleted.
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The channel URL becomes unavailable.
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The custom thumbnail and icon disappear.
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However, if your channel was a Brand Account, your data might still be recoverable for a limited time.
That’s where this guide helps you restore it step-by-step. ✅
🔹 Step 1: Go to Google Brand Account Management
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Open this link in your browser:
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Sign in with the Google Account you used for your deleted YouTube channel.
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You’ll see a list of Brand Accounts connected to your Google account.
🔹 Step 2: Restore the Deleted Brand Account
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If your deleted YouTube channel was linked to a Brand Account, you’ll see it marked as “Deleted”.
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Click on “Restore this Brand Account”.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the restoration.
After restoration, your YouTube channel data (videos, playlists, and subscribers) will begin to reappear within a few hours.
🔹 Step 3: Check Your YouTube Studio
Once restored:
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Make sure you’re signed in with the same Brand Account.
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You should now see your channel dashboard again.
If you don’t see it right away, wait a few hours — sometimes Google takes time to sync everything.
🔹 Step 4: Recovering a Personal (Non-Brand) Channel
If your channel wasn’t a Brand Account, recovery is difficult — but you can still:
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Visit the YouTube Help page: https://support.google.com/youtube
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Go to “Get Creator Support”.
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Contact YouTube support directly and explain your situation.
Provide your channel name, email ID, and approximate deletion date for faster recovery.
🔹 Step 5: Prevent Future Channel Loss
To make sure this never happens again:
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Always link your YouTube channel to a Brand Account.
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Backup videos to your computer or Google Drive.
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Turn on 2-Step Verification for your Google Account.
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Avoid deleting Brand Accounts unless you’re 100% sure.
🔹 Frequently Asked Questions (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. Can I recover a deleted YouTube channel after 30 days?
If it was a Brand Account, yes — recovery is possible for a limited time. After that, it may not be recoverable.
Q2. How do I know if my channel was a Brand Account?
Go to Google Brand Accounts. If you see your channel listed there, it was a Brand Account.
Q3. Will my videos and subscribers come back after restoring?
Yes, once you restore your Brand Account, all data (videos, playlists, subscribers) will be restored gradually.
Q4. Can I contact YouTube Support for personal channels?
Yes, visit the YouTube Help page and contact the Creator Support team.
Q5. How can I prevent this from happening again?
Link your channel to a Brand Account and always keep a backup of your videos.
