YouTube Data Viewer
Paste a YouTube video or Shorts link to inspect its full details. See the title, video ID, views, likes, comments, duration, tags, category, thumbnails, and the channel behind it.
What is the YouTube Data Viewer?
The YouTube Data Viewer reads the public details of any video or Shorts and lays them out in one place. Paste a link and you get the title, video ID, description, view count, likes, comments, duration, tags, category, license, caption status, every thumbnail size, and the channel that published it. The data comes straight from the official YouTube Data API, so it matches what YouTube reports.
What you can see
- Video title, ID, description, and direct link
- Views, likes, comments, and favorites
- Duration, publish date, category, and language
- Tags, license, caption availability, and made-for-kids flag
- Every thumbnail size with copy and open links
- Channel name, ID, handle, subscribers, total views, and total videos
How to use it
- 1. Copy a link. Grab a YouTube video or Shorts URL, or just the 11-character video ID.
- 2. Paste it in. Drop the link into the field above and run the lookup.
- 3. Read the data. Review the video and channel details, then copy any field you need.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work with Shorts?
Yes. A Shorts link is read the same way as a standard video link, since both point to a regular video ID.
Why are likes or comments shown as hidden or off?
Creators can hide like counts or turn off comments. When that happens the API does not return those numbers, so the tool shows the field as hidden or off.
Can I view data for a private video?
No. Only public and unlisted videos return data. Private or deleted videos cannot be read.
Is this tool free?
Yes. It is free and needs no login. Paste a link and view the data.
Where does the data come from?
It comes from the official YouTube Data API and reflects public information only.
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