How do I create a new YouTube channel from scratch?

Creating a channel is easy: sign in with Google, click your profile picture, select “Create Channel,” customize it, and you’re done. Spend extra time setting up your banner and description—it makes a big difference for first impressions.

Hi there! Setting up a YouTube channel is simpler than it seems. All you need is a Google account to get started. Log into YouTube with your Google account, then click on your profile picture in the top right corner. From there, you’ll see the option “Create a channel.” Once you click, YouTube will guide you through choosing your channel name (you can use your own or a brand name), uploading a profile picture, and even customizing your banner. After that, go to YouTube Studio—this is where you manage your channel, upload videos, and tweak settings. My tip: before uploading, check your settings for things like audience (kids or general), privacy, and monetization (if you plan to in the future). Upload your first video, add a title, description, tags, and thumbnail, and you’re officially live! Don’t overthink the first one—just get started and improve as you go.

The main thing people forget is branding. Sure, creating a channel is easy, but add a good profile picture, a banner, and fill out your “About” section. It’s what makes your channel stand out from the millions of faceless accounts already out there.

When you hit “Create Channel,” you’ll also see the option to make a personal channel or a brand channel. If you plan on collaborating or building a brand, go with the brand account—it lets multiple people manage the same channel without sharing passwords.