YouTube will give a “second chance” to some previously banned creators
YouTube has introduced a pilot program that allows some previously terminated creators to request the creation of a new channel. This marks a shift in YouTube policy, as the platform aims to offer certain users a “second chance” to contribute, noting that both creators and YouTube have evolved over the years.
As the rollout progresses in the coming weeks, eligible creators will see the option to request a new channel appear when they access YouTube Studio on desktop using their terminated account. If their request is accepted, these creators can start fresh and rebuild their audience, with the opportunity to re-upload previous videos, provided the content complies with current community guidelines.
However, the pilot specifically excludes creators who were terminated for copyright infringement or violations of YouTube’s creator responsibility policies. By restricting eligibility in this way, YouTube outlines clear boundaries for the program while learning from its initial rollout and reviewing requests over the coming months.
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- YouTubers who were kicked off the platform for rule violations can now request a 'second chance'TechCrunch
- YouTube will give 'second chances' to some banned creatorsEngadget
- YouTube Offers a Second Chance to Previously Banned CreatorsBeebom
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It's about time to code into law that big platforms should only qualify for the protections under section 230 of the Communications Decency Act if they meet high standards of neutrality and transparency. Given the importance of these big platforms and their impact on public discourse, it's imperative that stronger free speech guarantees be enforced. Ideally, payment processors and credit card behemoths actions would be scrutinized next.
YouTube actually restored 5 days ago one channel I resubscribed to. However, there is a difference between channels that questioned Covid or mental state of head of state and got banned and onces that spew hate left and right or call for violence. There are few hundred channels on YouTube that could be looked very closely if they need either very strong moderation or outright ban.
This looks like the Zuck's kowtowing to Trump. Once another anti-free speech leader comes into power, they will both probably limit the breakthroughs for free speech online.