YouTube

YouTube is the default video platform for many people because of sheer scale, recommendations, and creator reach.

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Who owns it?

YouTube is operated by Google LLC.

YouTube Terms of Service

YouTube

The terms page identifies Google LLC as the service provider.

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What people say compared with alternatives

People usually describe YouTube as unmatched for reach and recommendation depth, while alternative-video roundups point out that platforms like PeerTube or Vimeo give creators more control at the cost of far less built-in audience.

Sources: YouTube alternatives: Which is the best?

Alternatives to look at

PeerTube

Vimeo

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YouTube Terms of Service

YouTube

The terms page identifies Google LLC as the service provider.

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YouTube alternatives: Which is the best?

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A comparison of YouTube alternatives and their common tradeoffs.

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