[Christopher36]

Christopher36 #20630

Greetings, fellow members,

I am encountering an issue where the comments on my YouTube videos are not showing up, and I am seeking insights and potential solutions from the community. It can be quite perplexing and disheartening when comments from viewers fail to appear, hindering engagement and interaction.

Despite having an active audience and receiving comments on my videos, I have noticed a persistent problem with comments not being displayed. This situation prompts me to explore the potential causes that may contribute to this issue.

Why are my YouTube video comments not showing up? If any of you have experienced a similar problem or possess knowledge about the factors that can prevent YouTube video comments from showing up, I would greatly appreciate your assistance. It would be immensely helpful to understand any known considerations, such as comment moderation settings, potential glitches, or other technical aspects that could affect the visibility of comments on YouTube videos.

[Sofia]

Sofia #22984

Hello Christopher. I understand that it can be frustrating when comments on your YouTube videos are not showing up.

There could be several reasons why your YouTube video comments are not showing up. Here are some potential factors to consider:

• Comment moderation settings: YouTube provides comment moderation settings that allow you to control which comments are displayed on your videos. If you have enabled comment moderation, it’s possible that comments are being held for review before they appear publicly. You can review and approve comments in the YouTube Studio by navigating to the “Comments” section.
• Spam or inappropriate content filtering: YouTube has robust spam and content filtering systems in place to prevent the display of spammy or inappropriate comments. Sometimes, these systems may mistakenly classify genuine comments as spam or inappropriate, causing them not to show up. You can review the spam and blocked comments sections in the YouTube Studio to check if any legitimate comments were mistakenly flagged.
• Restricted Mode: Restricted Mode is a feature on YouTube that allows users to filter out potentially mature or sensitive content. If a viewer has enabled Restricted Mode, it may affect the visibility of certain comments on your videos. However, this is dependent on the specific settings chosen by the viewer.
• Technical glitches: Occasionally, technical issues on YouTube’s platform can affect the display of comments. These glitches are usually temporary and resolved by YouTube’s engineering team. You can check the YouTube Help Center or the YouTube community forum to see if other users are experiencing similar issues.
• Channel or video-specific settings: Check your channel settings and individual video settings to ensure that comments are enabled. Sometimes, accidental changes to these settings can result in comments being disabled or restricted.
• Community Guidelines violations: YouTube has community guidelines in place to ensure a safe and respectful environment for users. If comments violate these guidelines, they may be removed or hidden by YouTube’s systems. Review the comments section in the YouTube Studio to see if any comments were flagged or removed due to guideline violations.

To address the issue of comments not showing up, consider the following steps:

1. Review moderation and filtering settings: Check your comment moderation and spam filtering settings in the YouTube Studio. Adjust the settings if needed to ensure that legitimate comments are not being mistakenly held or blocked.
2. Communicate with your audience: Inform your viewers about the issue and encourage them to report any comments that are not showing up. This can help you identify if the problem is widespread or specific to certain viewers.
3. Contact YouTube Support: If you have reviewed the settings and still cannot find a resolution, reach out to YouTube Support for assistance. They can provide guidance and investigate any potential technical issues related to comment visibility.

I hope these suggestions help you address the issue with your YouTube video comments. Best of luck, and I hope you’re able to restore engagement and interaction on your channel.