Do you make videos for YouTube but feel limited because of you can only upload fifteen minute videos? All you need is a simple verification of your account. This article will tell you how to do that.

Steps

  1. 1
    Get a mobile phone.
  2. 2
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  3. 3
    You will be asked for your phone number. Type it in.
  4. 4
    Select the method in which you would like to receive your verification code. This can be through a voice call or SMS. Usually SMS is easier.
  5. 5
    Make sure you have an active SIM card. The verification code is free of charge.
  6. 6
    Type in the code once you got it. You will be notified once your account has been upgraded.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    Where is the verification page?
    wikiHow Staff Editor
    wikiHow Staff Editor
    Staff Answer
    This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
    wikiHow Staff Editor
    wikiHow Staff Editor
    Staff Answer
    youtube.com/verify
  • Question
    Can I do all of the above from my laptop, and not a mobile?
    wikiHow Staff Editor
    wikiHow Staff Editor
    Staff Answer
    This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
    wikiHow Staff Editor
    wikiHow Staff Editor
    Staff Answer
    You can go to the youtube.com/verify site on a website, but you'll need a phone number to receive the text or voice call to complete the verification process.
  • Question
    I need an easier way, I don't know my verification code.
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    There is no easier way. You should be able to have your verification code resent to your mobile phone.
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Warnings

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Things You'll Need

  • Mobile Phone
  • YouTube Account

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Updated: September 16, 2021
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