Youtube is the best video sharing platform throughout the world. But its a huge problem with copyright claim and copyright strike.
Recently I have faced the worst situation and mentally disappointed due to reach down my channel. For that purposes I recently watch may suggestive video on YouTube related this matter. But I can't satisfy with this video who discuss and trained about the YouTube copyright claim and copyright strike matter.
In this situation i am trying to read all about the policies of copyright from YouTube, but I never get the actual answer what I required.
What situation presently faced :
Presently my uploading section is open, so if I uploaded video / short proper way but its reach zero during long time where previously the reach was 700 to 1k view within one hour.
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Then the following question I have directly placed on ChatGPT and answer as follows:-
"My YouTube channel's reach down due to copyright strike, pl suggest how much time is required to normal situation"
Good question — here’s a clear explanation 👇
When your YouTube channel gets a copyright strike, it temporarily reduces your reach and visibility. Here’s what typically happens and how long it takes to recover:
Copyright Strike Duration
A single strike stays on your channel for 90 days (3 months).
During this time:
You lose some features (like live streaming or monetization, depending on severity).
YouTube’s algorithm may reduce your recommendations, impressions, and visibility.
If no further violations occur, the strike automatically expires after 90 days and your reach usually begins to normalize within 1–3 weeks after that.
🧭 2. If You Removed or Resolved the Strike Early
If the copyright owner retracted the strike or YouTube accepted your counter-notification, the strike may be removed earlier.
➡️ In such cases, recovery starts within 7–14 days after strike removal.
🔧 3. What You Can Do Meanwhile
To help your channel recover faster:
Upload only original or fully licensed content.
Be active — post Shorts, community posts, or playlists (keeps engagement going).
Improve watch time — use strong titles, thumbnails, and hashtags.
Avoid reusing copyrighted songs, clips, or music—even short bits.
💡 4. After Full Recovery
Once the 90-day strike expires and you’ve maintained good standing:
The channel’s algorithmic trust slowly rebuilds (usually in 2–4 weeks).
You can regain full visibility and recommendations if no new violations occur.
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If you want, I can analyze your channel recovery plan — including SEO, upload frequency, and safe music use — to speed up your reach restoration.
Would you like me to help with that?
The problem is not solved till now and I am waiting for good response. I wll watch daily the activities and when it will better in position

