How to Subscribe to a YouTube Channel

Subscribe to a YouTube channel to get notified when they post new videos.

Steps

  1. 1

    Open YouTube

    and sign into your account. Go to youtube.com or use the YouTube app on your phone.

  2. 2

    Find a channel

    you want to follow. Search for the channel name or click a video you like.

  3. 3

    Click the "Subscribe" button.

    It is red and sits below the video player or on the channel page.

  4. 4

    Tap the bell icon

    next to the Subscribe button to pick notification settings. Choose all, personalized, or none.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is subscribing to YouTube channels free?Show
Yes, subscribing is free. You only need a Google account to subscribe to any channel.
How do I unsubscribe from a channel?Show
Go to the channel page and click the "Subscribed" button. Choose "Unsubscribe" to stop following the channel.
Will the channel see my email address?Show
No, channels cannot see your email or personal information when you subscribe to them.
How do I find channels I subscribed to?Show
Click the "Subscriptions" tab in the menu on the left. You will see all your subscribed channels in one list.

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