How to replace a youtube video with a new version

Replacing a YouTube video with a new version is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Before you start:

  1. Make sure you have the necessary permissions to update the video. If you're a creator, you should have control over the video. If you're a manager or administrator, you may need to check with the creator or owner of the video.
  2. Ensure you have the new video file ready to upload.

Replacing a YouTube video with a new version:

  1. Sign in to your YouTube account: Go to youtube.com and sign in with your Google account.
  2. Find the video you want to replace: Search for the video you want to replace in the YouTube search bar. Click on the video title to open its page.
  3. Click the three vertical dots: On the video page, click the three vertical dots next to the video title.
  4. Select "Edit": From the dropdown menu, select "Edit" (or "Edit video" on some devices).
  5. Click "Upload a new video": On the video editing page, click the "Upload a new video" button.
  6. Select the new video file: Choose the new video file from your computer or device. Make sure it's in a compatible format (e.g., MP4, AVI, MOV).
  7. Upload the new video: Wait for the upload process to complete. This may take a few minutes, depending on the file size and your internet connection.
  8. Update the video title, description, and tags (optional): If you want to update the video's title, description, or tags, you can do so on this page.
  9. Click "Save changes": Once you've uploaded the new video and made any desired updates, click the "Save changes" button.
  10. Confirm the replacement: YouTube will ask you to confirm that you want to replace the original video with the new one. Click "Replace video" to confirm.

What happens after replacement:

  1. The original video will be replaced with the new one.
  2. The new video will inherit the same views, likes, comments, and other metrics as the original video.
  3. The video's URL will remain the same, so any links or bookmarks to the original video will still work.
  4. If you've updated the video's title, description, or tags, these changes will be reflected in the new video.

That's it! Your YouTube video should now be replaced with the new version.