Link Checker

Scan a YouTube channel to find broken links in public video descriptions. Use it to review affiliate links, sponsor URLs, and other outbound links that may have expired.

Advanced Filters

Filter by domain, subdomain (sub.domain.com), or path (domain.com/path)

Checks up to 100 unique links. Supports subdomains (sub.domain.com), paths (domain.com/affiliate), and exact matches.
Results are based on publicly available description links and current HTTP responses. Some destinations can block automated checks, rate-limit requests, or return temporary errors.

How It Works

1. Pull recent public videos

The tool uses public YouTube data for the channel and reads description text from recent uploads.

2. Extract and normalize links

It groups duplicate URLs and supports optional domain filters for focused audits.

3. Check response status

Each unique link is tested and labeled as working, redirected, or broken.

YouTube Link Checker FAQ

How do I check for broken links in YouTube descriptions?

Enter any YouTube channel URL or handle and click Check Links. The tool fetches recent public video descriptions, extracts links, and checks each URL response to report broken (4xx or 5xx) and working links.

Why are broken links in YouTube descriptions a problem?

Broken links in video descriptions mean lost affiliate commissions, lost sponsor conversions, and a poor viewer experience. Older videos often have links that no longer work because products were discontinued, websites changed their URL structure, or affiliate programs expired. Finding and fixing these can directly recover lost revenue.

How often should I audit my YouTube video description links?

Quarterly audits are a good baseline for active channels. If you have a large back catalogue or rely heavily on affiliate revenue from older videos, monthly checks are worth running. Links from affiliate networks change frequently, and sponsor websites often restructure their URLs without redirecting old paths.