You can delete comments you posted on YouTube from your profile or directly from the video

YouTube lets you remove comments you wrote yourself in two ways: by going to your profile and finding the comment there, or by clicking the three-dot menu next to the comment on the video itself. The process takes about 30 seconds. You cannot delete comments other people posted on your videos unless you are the channel owner — in that case, you can remove any comment from your own uploads.

Deleted comments disappear immediately and cannot be recovered. If you want to hide a comment without removing it entirely, YouTube also offers an "Edit" option that lets you change the text instead.

Key Takeaways

  • You can delete your own comments from either the video page or your profile's comment history.
  • The three-dot menu next to any comment you wrote contains a "Delete" option that removes it instantly.
  • Channel owners can delete any comment posted on their own videos, not just their own comments.
  • Editing a comment is an alternative to deletion if you want to fix a mistake or change what you said.
  • Deleted comments cannot be restored, so make sure you want to remove it before confirming.

Delete a comment from the video page

The fastest way to remove a comment is to find it on the video where you posted it. Scroll through the comments section until you see your comment, then look for the three vertical dots (⋮) to the right of your username. Click or tap those dots to open a small menu.

A menu will appear with options including "Delete". Click "Delete" and the comment will be removed from the video immediately. You will not see a confirmation message — the comment simply vanishes from the page. If you refresh the page, it will not reappear.

Delete a comment from your profile

If you cannot find the comment on the video itself, or if you want to see all your comments in one place, you can delete from your profile instead. Click your profile picture in the top right corner of YouTube and select "Create a post" or navigate to your channel. Look for the menu icon (three horizontal lines) and select "Comments" from the left sidebar.

YouTube will show you a list of every comment you have posted. Find the comment you want to remove, click the three-dot menu next to it, and select "Delete". The comment will be removed from that video immediately, and it will no longer appear in your profile's comment history.

Edit a comment instead of deleting it

If you made a small mistake or want to clarify what you said, you can edit the comment instead of deleting it. Click the three-dot menu next to your comment and select "Edit". The comment text will become editable, and you can change the wording or add more information.

When you are done making changes, click outside the text box or press Enter to save. The edited comment will show an "(edited)" label next to the timestamp so other users know you changed it. The original text is not visible — only your updated version appears.

Delete comments on your own channel

If you are a channel owner, you have the power to delete any comment posted on your videos, not just your own. This is useful for removing spam, harassment, or off-topic comments. Find the comment on your video, click the three-dot menu, and select "Remove comment". The comment will be deleted immediately.

You can also manage comments in bulk from your channel's Community tab or from YouTube Studio. In YouTube Studio, go to "Comments" in the left menu to see all comments on your channel. You can approve, reject, or delete comments in batches, and you can set up filters to automatically hide comments containing certain words or from specific users.

What happens after you delete a comment

Once you delete a comment, it is gone permanently. YouTube does not keep a backup or recovery option. The comment will no longer appear on the video, in your profile history, or in the video creator's comment moderation queue. If someone had replied to your comment before you deleted it, their reply will remain visible but will appear disconnected from your original message.

Other users cannot see that you deleted a comment — there is no notification or trace left behind. If you change your mind after deleting, the only option is to write a new comment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I delete comments other people posted on my videos?

Yes, if you own the channel. You can delete any comment posted on your videos by clicking the three-dot menu next to it and selecting "Remove comment". You can also use YouTube Studio to manage comments in bulk or set up automatic filters.

Will the person who posted the comment know I deleted it?

They will not receive a notification that you deleted their comment, but they may notice it is missing if they go back to check. YouTube does not send alerts when comments are removed.

Can I recover a comment I accidentally deleted?

No, deleted comments cannot be recovered. YouTube does not store deleted comments or offer an undo option. If you need to say something again, you will have to write a new comment.

What is the difference between deleting and editing a comment?

Deleting removes the comment entirely so no one can see it. Editing changes the text while keeping the comment visible with an "(edited)" label. Use editing if you want to fix a mistake, and deletion if you want the comment gone completely.

Does deleting my comment affect the video's comment count?

Yes, when you delete a comment, the video's total comment count decreases by one. The change happens immediately and is visible to everyone viewing the video.