# Connecting to an MCN

## **How It Works: Step by Step Guides**

### **1. Connect Your YouTube MCN or Join Revelator's MCN**

* Option 1: Connect your YouTube MCN via OAuth.
* Option 2: Apply to join Revelator’s MCN directly.

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### **2. View Imported Channels and Their Content**

Once imported, you can view all managed YouTube channels in the **Channels** tab.

* Each tile shows the channel handle and video count.
* A blue banner indicates how many channels have been imported.
* Use **“Review Channels”** to manage access or assign owners.

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### **3. Filter and Search Channels**

Use the channel filters to:

* Search by **monetization status**, **subscriber count**, **joined date**, or **video count**
* Identify channels that are **safe for kids**, **public/private**, or currently **unlinked**

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### **4. View Channel Details**

Click into any channel to explore:

* Total subscriber count and views
* Monetization status and join date
* Visibility and child safety settings
* About info and link to YouTube channel

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### **5. Explore Channel Videos**

From a channel's profile, navigate to **Videos** tab to:

* View all uploaded content
* Track performance: views, likes, duration
* Open videos on YouTube or assign ownership

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## **Expected Outcomes**

* Channels and videos imported correctly and appear in Catalog.
* Filtering enables data-driven review of channel performance.
* Ownership and permissions can be set for secure collaboration.
* Accurate, up-to-date stats for monetization, views, and engagement.

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## **Frequently Asked Questions**

* **Can I see which channels are not monetized?**\
  Yes. Use the **Status** filter to show only non-monetized channels.
* **Can I assign channels to specific users or clients?**\
  Yes. Use the “Assign Channel Owner” option from the three-dot menu.
* **What happens if a channel becomes unlinked?**\
  It will be flagged and visible using the **Unlinked** filter.
* **Are video stats real-time?**\
  Stats sync regularly with YouTube CMS, though short delays may occur.

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## **Additional Resources**

* Revelator Help Center: YouTube MCN Integration
* YouTube Partner Program Policies
* How to Manage Video Metadata in Revelator

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## **Next Steps and Future Releases**

* Deeper integration with **YouTube Shorts** and **Live Analytics**
* Multi-user collaboration roles for managing channel teams
* Batch metadata editing for high-volume catalog owners
* Notifications for channel delinking or monetization drops


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