Mentions let you include the name or handle of another channel in your video’s title or description. When you mention another channel, they’ll get a notification in their inbox—learn more.
The mention of your channel name or handle in someone else’s video doesn’t increase the likelihood of their video appearing to your fans.
Mention another creator
To add a mention when you’re creating or editing the video title or description:
- Type the "@" symbol followed by a channel name or handle.
- Choose the channel name or handle from a recommended list.
You can mention as many creators as you want as long as their names fit within the character limit.
When viewers tap a mention, a creator info panel will enter from the bottom of the screen. This panel will share info about the channel, which includes a description and their latest videos.
Find mentions of your channel
- Open the YouTube app
.
- Tap the Notification bell
at the top of your screen.
- Choose the Mentions tab.
Update your privacy setting for mentions
- Open the YouTube app
- From the bottom right corner, tap You
Settings
.
- Tap Privacy
Change mention notifications
Not every mention triggers a notification. Important ones, like when a creator with a similar number of subscribers mentions you, will notify you.
For more on managing notifications, check out Manage YouTube notifications.