How to Create A YouTube Channel

Creating a YouTube channel using your Google account

If you have a Google account, you can watch, share and comment on YouTube content. However, Google accounts do not automatically create YouTube channels.

Getting a new channel set up is a simple and quick process, though.

1. Go to YouTube and sign in

Head over to YouTube.com and click sign in in the top right corner of the page.

Then log in using the Google Account.

2. Head over to your YouTube settings

In the top right corner of the screen, click on your profile icon and then the Settings cog icon.

3. Create your channel

Under your settings, you will see the option to Create a channel click on this link:

Next, you will have the option to create a personal channel or a create a channel using a business or other name. For this example, we will choose the business option:

Now, it is time to name your channel and select a category. The channel options available include:

Product or BrandCompany Institution or OrganizationArts, Entertainment or Sports

Other

Note: a new Google+ page will also be created for your brand.

Congratulations! You’ve just created a new YouTube channel

How to create a YouTube channel if you do not already have a Google account

If you do not already have a Google account set up, you will need to create one before you get started on YouTube. To do this, simply follow the below steps:

Head to YouTube.com Click ‘Sign In’

Now, choose the option to create a Google account Follow the steps to create your Google account.

Now, you are all set up with a Google account and can follow the above steps to create a YouTube channel.