My Art Was Stolen on YouTube (Here's What Happened)

In this video, I share my recent experience with art theft on YouTube and how I handled it. Something told me to check YouTube one day, and I discovered someone had taken my thumbnail, removed me from it, and replaced themselves in it – with my artwork still in the background! But this time, unlike my past experiences with art theft, I knew I had to take action.
I walk you through exactly what steps I took to protect my work, how YouTube responded (they didn't play around!), and what every artist needs to know about their rights in this digital age. From setting up Google Image alerts to understanding platform-specific copyright policies, I'm sharing practical ways you can protect your art from theft.
We're exploring why it's so important to value our work as creators, especially as technology makes it easier for people to steal and modify our art. This isn't just about copyright – it's about knowing your worth as a creator and understanding that your art deserves to be protected.
Whether you're just starting out or you've been creating for years, this video will help you understand your rights and give you the confidence to stand up for your work.


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