How to Access YouTube Studio on a PC or Mac

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Easy steps to find YT studio on your desktop or laptop computer

Written by Luigi Oppido | Edited by Travis Boylls

Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Fact Checked

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YouTube Studio has gone through many iterations since its inception. From Creator Studio to YouTube Studio Beta, and now YouTube Studio. Content creators can use YouTube Studio to upload and manage videos, view analytics, manage their earnings and monetization, manage community posts, and more. This wikiHow article teaches you various ways you can access YouTube Studio using a web browser on a PC or a Mac, as well as the basics of how to use YouTube Studio.

Access YouTube Studio

You can access YouTube Studio at studio.youtube.com in a web browser. You can also go to YouTube.com and sign in. Click your profile icon in the upper-right corner and click YouTube Studio. You need to sign in with your Google/YouTube account to access YouTube Studio.

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Access YouTube Studio

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Go to studio.youtube.com in a web browser. This is the web page that takes you directly to YouTube Studio.
- Alternatively, you can access YouTube Studio from your YouTube account.
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Sign in to your account. If you are not already signed in, go ahead and log in to your YouTube or Google account. To do so, enter the email or phone number associated with your Google/YouTube account and click Next, then enter the password. Follow the prompts to verify any two-factor authentication methods you have set up.
- After you sign in, you will be taken to the YouTube Studio page.

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Access YouTube Studio from YouTube

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Go to YouTube.com in a web browser. This URL takes you to the YouTube official page.
- If you are not already signed in, go ahead and log in to your YouTube or Google account. To do so, click Sign In in the upper-right corner, then enter the login information associated with your Google/YouTube account.
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Click your profile picture. It’s in the upper-right corner of the YouTube web page. When you click on it, a drop-down menu will appear.
- If you have not set a profile image for your YouTube/Google account, you will see a colored circle with your initial in the middle instead.
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Select YouTube Studio from the drop-down menu. This will open YouTube Studio.
- Monetizing creators will need to complete a two-step authentication at this time. This is required each time you open YouTube Studio via a monetized channel.^{[1]
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Install YouTube Studio as a Desktop App

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Go to studio.youtube.com in a web browser. This is the web page that takes you directly to YouTube Studio. You can install YouTube Studio as a desktop application using Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Safari.
- If you are not signed in to your YouTube account, follow the prompts to sign in to your Google/YouTube account.
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Add YouTube Studio as a desktop shortcut. While there is no official desktop app for YouTube Studio, you can use your web browser to add YouTube Studio as a shortcut on your desktop. This will open YouTube Studio in an app-like interface. The way you do this is slightly different depending on which web browser you are using. Use one of the following steps to add YouTube Studio as a desktop application:^{[2]
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- Google Chrome:
  - Click the icon with three dots (⋮) in the upper-right corner.
  - Click Cast, save, and share.
  - Click Install page as app.
  - Enter a name for the shortcut (optional).
  - Click Install.
- Microsoft Edge:
  - Click the icon with three dots (•••) in the upper-right corner.
  - Click More tools.
  - Click Apps.
  - Click Install this site as an app
  - Enter a name for the shortcut (optional).
  - Click Install.
- Safari:
  - Click File in the menu bar at the top.
  - Click Add to Dock.
  - Enter a name for the shortcut (Optional).
  - Click Add.
You should see a shortcut for YouTube Studio on your desktop in Windows or in the Dock on Mac. Click this icon to go directly to YouTube Studio.

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How to Use YouTube Studio

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Upload a video. To upload a video to YouTube from YouTube Studio, click Create in the upper-right corner. Then click Upload videos. Drag and drop the videos you want to upload into the window in the center of the screen.
- Alternatively, you can click Dashboard in the menu to the right and click Upload Videos in the middle of the screen.
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Click Content to manage your uploaded videos. Select Content in the left-hand column of YouTube Studio to see all of your uploaded videos. You can also find any Shorts, livestreams, or community posts you have made in the past.
- To edit a video’s details, click the pencil icon below a video. Then use the window to change the video's title, description, add a thumbnail image, and more.
- To delete a video, click the checkbox next to the video you want to delete. Then click More actions at the top. Click Delete forever and follow the prompts.
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Click Analytics to view how your channel and videos are doing. Here you can access a variety of information about your channel views.
- Click Overview at the top to view a chart of how your channel is doing.
- Click Content at the top to view data about how your videos and shorts are doing, as well as information about new views, regular views, and new subscribers.
- Click Audience to view data about your audience and the demographics you are reaching.
- Click Trends to get ideas for new videos.
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Click Community to manage your comments. Here you can view comments left on videos, respond to them, and manage them.
- To delete a comment, click the checkmark next to a comment, and then click the trashcan icon at the top.
You can also change the language for your videos here.
Here you can view any copyright claims you have against videos on your channel, as well as make any copyright takedown request against anyone else who you feel has uploaded your work on YouTube.
Here you can view various ways you can earn money on YouTube. If you already monetize your YouTube videos, use this tab to track your earnings and adjust your YouTube membership. Otherwise, you can set up a membership here and begin your earning adventure.^{[3]
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The Customization tab allows you to tailor your channel to your exact specifications, adding a trailer or header for visitors or adjusting the layout. You can also add banner images and change your profile icon, as well as add information about yourself.
The Audio Library also includes several free songs and sound effects that you can download and add to your next video.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do you need a separate account for YouTube Studio? You need a Google/YouTube account to access YouTube Studio, but you do not need a separate account from your normal YouTube account.
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Do I need YouTube Studio to upload videos to YouTube? Yes, you can only upload videos through YouTube Studio. You can click Create, followed by Upload Videos from YouTube. However, this will take you to YouTube Studio to upload videos.
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Is YouTube Studio available on mobile? Yes, there is a YouTube Studio app for mobile devices. You can download it for free from the Google Play Store on Android, or the App Store on iPhone and iPad.