YouTube is testing a new feature allowing creators to edit videos without Community Guidelines violations
YouTube is testing a new feature that will allow creators to edit their videos to address community Guidelines violations or remove age restrictions without needing to take down the content entirely.
This feature gives creators the option to make necessary adjustments to flagged content directly in YouTube Studio using a video editor, and then submit the revised version for review by YouTube's policy team. The goal is to offer creators a way to address policy issues without going through the appeal process, although appeals are still available as an option.
YouTube explained in a support post that eligible creators will see the option to revise flagged content, which could be particularly helpful for those who unintentionally violated guidelines or weren't aware of recent policy changes. By using this feature, creators can modify their videos while preserving the original style and flow of their work, rather than needing to make drastic changes or start from scratch.
Creators with advanced access to YouTube's features will be among the first to test this editing option, which aims to provide a more flexible and creator-friendly solution for handling policy infractions.