If you have published a post on YouTube and got an error. Below you will find the most common errors provided by YouTube, along with a recommendation from our side:
# | Error | Problem | Solution |
1 | Daily custom thumbnail limit reached | There's a limit to how many custom thumbnails a channel can upload each day. Limits may vary by country/region, channel history and account level | Verify your account to increase your limit or wait 24 hours |
2 | Content is not allowed by YouTube policies | You have uploaded content that is not allowed by YouTube content polices | You won't be able to upload that video. Make sure to change the content according to YouTube content polices and community guidance |
3 | The authenticated user doesn't have permissions to upload and set custom video thumbnails. Please verify your account by putting telephone number and enable "customised thumbnails" in your account's panel | You need to verify your account to be able to upload thumbnails | Verify your account. Check the following guide: |
4 | Daily upload limit reached | You have a limit of videos that you can upload per day. Limits may vary by country/region, channel history and account level | Verify your account to increase your limit or wait 24 hours. |
5 | We have encountered unexpected problems | YouTube has experienced some momentary problems | Try waiting a few minutes, then upload again |
6 | The server has rejected the file | This error message occurs when you're uploading a file in the wrong format. | Make sure that you're using a supported file type. |
7 | Can't upload. Your channel status or account settings currently do not support uploads | This error message may occur when: Your channel has a Community Guidelines strike.
| Check your account to see if you got a strike and talk to the account admin to make sure you have all permissions to manage the YouTube account. |
8 | Rejected (file too small) | This error message occurs when you've tried to upload a file that is smaller than 2 KB | Make sure your video file is at least 2 KB and try to upload again |
9 | Failed (empty .mov file) | This error message occurs when QuickTime movies are saved as a reference movie. | To make sure your video converts properly, select Save as a self-contained movie and try to upload again. |