How to Use This Tool
1
Paste Video Link
Copy any standard, short, or shared YouTube URL and paste it into the search box. The tool detects URLs live.
2
Live Inspection
Metadata, engagement statistics, upload status, tags, and all thumbnail resolutions are fetched immediately.
3
Preview & Download
Play the video without leaving the page, download full JPG thumbnails instantly, or export all data in JSON.
Frequently Asked Questions
What URL formats are supported by YouTube Lookup?
It supports standard watch links (youtube.com/watch?v=...), shortened URLs (youtu.be/...), embed links, and YouTube Shorts (youtube.com/shorts/...).
Does the tool automatically fetch data when typing or pasting?
Yes, entering or pasting a valid 11-character YouTube video ID immediately triggers automatic data extraction without needing manual button clicks.
How does the single-click tag copying work?
Clicking "Copy All Tags" aggregates every video tag into a comma-separated format (e.g. tag1, tag2, tag3), ready to paste directly into Creator Studio.
Can I download thumbnails directly as JPG without opening a new tab?
Yes, each thumbnail card contains a "Download JPG" button that processes the image via client canvas/blob and saves it straight to your device.
Can I preview the video without navigating away from this page?
Yes, click on the thumbnail play icon or the "Watch Preview" button to open a responsive embedded player dialog modal.
What data is included in the exported JSON file?
The exported JSON includes the full API payload: complete snippet metadata, view/like statistics, content definitions, and licensing info.
Is YouTube Lookup free to use?
Yes, this utility is completely client-side driven, free of charge, and has no daily search limitations.
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