Create a new channel With a Google Account, you can watch and like videos and subscribe to channels. However, without a YouTube channel, you have no public presence on YouTube. Even if you have a Google Account, you need to create a YouTube channel to upload videos, comment, or make playlists. You can use a computer or the YouTube mobile site to create a new channel. Create a personal channel Follow these instructions to create a channel that only you can manage using your Google Account. Sign in to YouTube on a computer or using the mobile site. Try any action that requires a channel, such as uploading a video, posting a comment, or creating a playlist. If you don't yet have a channel, you'll see a prompt to create a channel. Check the details (with your Google Account name and photo) and confirm to create your new channel. Create a channel with a business or other name Follow these instructions to create a channel that can have multiple manag...