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Standard License vs CCBY: YouTube's Biggest Creator Decision

Dec 23, 2025
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James Hicks

In this video, learn about YouTube's licensing options: the Standard YouTube License and the Creative Commons Attribution License (CCBY). Discover the differences between them, including how each license affects the control over your content, the permissions granted to others, and the conditions for monetization and reuse. Perfect for creators who want to protect their work or share it for collaborative use. Understand which license is right for your content and how to find Creative Commons content on YouTube. Thanks for watching! 00:00 Introduction to YouTube Licensing 00:18 Standard YouTube License Explained 00:57 Creative Commons Attribution License (CCBY) 01:52 Comparing Standard License and Creative Commons 02:31 How to Find and Use Creative Commons Content 02:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts