Okay, let's be real. We've all been there. You leave a killer comment on a YouTube video – maybe a brilliant insight, a helpful tip, or just something funny – and days later you want to find it again. Maybe someone replied, maybe you want to share it, or maybe you just want to delete that embarrassing typo. Suddenly, it feels like finding a needle in a digital haystack. Where did that comment go? Why is finding your own stuff so darn hard sometimes?

I remember spending way too long scrolling through my own YouTube history once, looking for a comment where I'd linked a useful resource for someone. Total nightmare. Frustrating, right? You figure, "It's my comment, YouTube should make this easy!" But nope, it's tucked away. Knowing exactly how to find your comments on YouTube saves you that headache. Whether you're using your phone while commuting or sitting at your laptop, this guide will cover every single way to track them down. No fluff, just the practical steps you actually need.

Why Finding Your YouTube Comments Can Be Tricky (And Why It Matters)

YouTube is built for watching videos, not managing your comment history like a filing cabinet. Your comments aren't displayed in one central, obvious location on your main channel page. They're scattered across different sections depending on how you interact. Plus, the layout changes sometimes (thanks, Google!). Finding comments you made weeks or months ago? Forget about it without knowing the tricks.

But here’s why mastering this is crucial:

• Keeping Conversations Alive: You asked a question or started a discussion. Finding your comment lets you see replies and continue the chat. Miss those replies, and the interaction dies.
• Managing Your Online Footprint: Maybe you changed your mind about something you posted years ago, or you just want to clean up old, irrelevant stuff. Finding comments is step one for deletion or editing.
• Sharing Your Thoughts: Found a fantastic video and want to show a friend that insightful comment you left? You need to find it first!
• Tracking Engagement: Curious if anyone liked or replied to that joke you made? You gotta find the comment to see the engagement stats.

Bottom line: Knowing how to locate your comments gives you control over your YouTube presence. It shouldn't be a secret.

Your Main Hub: Finding Comments Using YouTube Studio (Desktop & Mobile)

This is the most powerful and reliable method, whether you're on a computer or your phone. YouTube Studio is the control panel for channel owners. Even if you just comment casually, it houses your entire comment history.

Step-by-Step: Desktop (Computer/Laptop)

Let's walk through it:

1. Go to YouTube.com and make sure you're signed into the correct Google account.
2. Look at the top right corner. Click on your profile picture. A menu will pop down.
3. From this menu, select "YouTube Studio". This takes you to your channel's dashboard.
4. On the left-hand menu panel, find the section labeled "Content". Click it.
5. Now, look slightly below the main "Content" heading. You should see a sub-menu. Click on "Comments".
6. Boom. You're now looking at your Comment Manager. By default, it shows comments others have left ON your videos (if you have a channel) and your replies to them.

Wait, that's not quite what we want? Don't panic.

We need to filter to see only the comments YOU made anywhere on YouTube.

7. See the row of buttons/tabs near the top of the Comments section? Look for one labeled "Published" (it might be near others like "Held for review", "Likely spam", etc.). Click it.
8. A dropdown menu appears. Select "Your comments". This is the golden ticket!

Now you'll see a chronological list (newest first) of every single comment you've made across all of YouTube using this account, regardless of whose video it was on. Seriously, it's all there.

Step-by-Step: Mobile (YouTube App - iOS & Android)

Finding your comments on the YouTube mobile app involves YouTube Studio too, but the path is slightly different:

1. Open the YouTube app on your phone or tablet. Tap your profile picture in the top right corner.
2. Look for the option labeled "Your Channel" and tap it.
3. You're now on your channel's public view. Look for the little bar chart icon ️ usually near the top (sometimes next to an "Edit Channel" button). This is the "YouTube Studio" button. Tap it. (Sometimes it might say "Manage Videos" or similar, but it opens Studio).
4. You're in the mobile version of YouTube Studio. Look at the bottom menu bar. Tap "Comments" (the speech bubble icon).
5. Like on desktop, it defaults to showing comments ON your videos (if any) and your replies.
6. Look near the top for a dropdown selector. It might say "Published" or "All Comments". Tap it.
7. From the options that appear, select "Your comments".

There they are! All your comments, listed newest to oldest.

Comparison of primary methods to locate your YouTube comments.

Honestly, while the other methods have niche uses, YouTube Studio is the undisputed champion for actually mastering how to find your comments on YouTube comprehensively. I rely on it almost exclusively now after wasting time with the others.

Other Ways to Find Your Comments (The Less Reliable Bunch)

Besides YouTube Studio, there are a few other paths people try. I'll be straight with you – these are hit-or-miss, sometimes frustrating, but worth knowing about for specific situations.

The Elusive "Comment History" (Mostly Desktop)

YouTube *used* to have a dedicated "Comment History" page. It's kind of still there, but hidden and unreliable. Here's how you *might* find it:

1. Go to YouTube.com on a computer and sign in.
2. Click your profile picture > "History".
3. On the left sidebar, under "History", look for "Comments" or "My Activity" sections.

Sometimes it shows your recent comments. Often, it doesn't load properly, shows only a tiny fraction, or the link just isn't there anymore. Google loves moving things around. If you see it and it works, great! But don't count on it for finding anything beyond the last few comments you made. It's not a robust solution for how to find your comments on YouTube long-term.

Leveraging Notifications

This is useful only if someone has replied to you or liked your comment recently.

1. On Desktop or Mobile App, click the Bell icon (🔔) for notifications.
2. Look for notifications like "[Username] replied to your comment" or "[Username] liked your comment".
3. Click directly on the notification text itself (the part mentioning the reply or like).

This will take you straight to that specific comment thread, highlighting your original comment. Super convenient for active discussions! But... it's useless if your comment got zero engagement or if you cleared your notifications. It's reactive, not proactive for finding comments yourself.

Scouring Watch History & Returning to the Video

The brute force method:

1. Go to your YouTube History (Profile pic > History).
2. Scroll through or search your watched videos to find the specific one you commented on.
3. Open the video.
4. Scroll down to the comments section.
5. Start scrolling... and scrolling... and scrolling.

This is honestly painful. If the video has hundreds or thousands of comments, good luck! YouTube doesn't prioritize your comment at the top unless you sort by "Newest first" and remember roughly *when* you commented. Comments can also be hidden under "View more replies" threads. I only recommend this if you vividly remember the exact video and suspect the comment was made very recently.

Browser History (A Long Shot)

When you post a comment, YouTube often gives you an option to click the timestamp of your comment. This links you straight to your comment in the thread. If you clicked that link immediately after posting, *that specific page URL* might be in your browser history.

1. Open your browser's history (Usually Ctrl+H / Cmd+Y).
2. Search for terms like "youtube" and "comment" or "lc=" (a common URL fragment for comment links).
3. Look for URLs that look complex and have long strings of characters.
4. Click one that looks plausible.

This is incredibly tedious and unlikely to work unless you literally just posted the comment and remember clicking the timestamp. Not practical for finding past comments.

See what I mean? These methods are patchy at best. For consistent results, Studio is king.

Finding Comments on Your *Own* Videos vs. Comments You Made Elsewhere

This trips people up. YouTube treats comments differently depending on where they live:

• Comments ON Your Videos: These are comments left by others *on videos you uploaded to your channel*. You manage these primarily in YouTube Studio > Comments. You'll see them under "Published", "Held for review", etc. Finding *your own replies* to these comments also happens within YouTube Studio > Comments > Your Comments.
• Comments YOU Made Elsewhere: These are the comments you leave on *other people's* videos. This is the main focus of this guide on how to find your comments on YouTube. These ONLY appear consistently in YouTube Studio > Comments > Filter: "Your comments". They generally won't appear in your channel's public comment section.

Clear distinction: Comments *on* your stuff vs. comments *by* you on other stuff.

Mobile App Specifics: Finding Comments Faster on Your Phone

While we covered using YouTube Studio via the mobile app earlier, the regular YouTube app has one slightly quicker trick if your comment is very recent and you're still on the video:

1. Open the video where you think you commented.
2. Tap the comments section to open it.
3. Look for a profile icon button usually near the top of the comments area. It might be labeled "Your comments" or simply be your profile picture.
4. Tap this button.

If available, it will filter the comments section to show ONLY comments made by *you* on *that specific video*. This is handy if you commented multiple times on one video and want to review or manage them without scrolling past everyone else's.

However, it only works for the currently open video and only shows comments made there. For any kind of broader search ("Where did I comment last week?"), you still need to use the YouTube Studio method described earlier.

Mobile navigation can feel cramped. Sometimes finding the Studio button is annoying. But it’s worth learning.

When Things Go Wrong: Troubleshooting Missing Comments

You followed the steps... and your comment isn't showing up? Don't panic yet. Here's what might be happening and what you can try:

• Wrong Account: This is the biggest culprit! Are you signed into the *exact* same Google account you used when leaving the comment? Double-check your profile picture in the top right. Google accounts can get messy if you have multiple. Sign out and sign back in with the right one.
• Deleted or Private Video: If the original video was deleted by the uploader or set to private, your comment is gone. Poof. Vanished. You won't find it anywhere, not even in Studio. Bummer, but nothing you can do.
• Comment Removed: Did the video uploader delete your comment? Did YouTube remove it for violating community guidelines? If so, it disappears from public view and usually won't show in your Studio history either (especially if removed by YouTube). If you strongly believe it was wrongly removed, you might find the notification in your Studio "Removed" tab (if applicable) and appeal, but success isn't guaranteed.
• Comment Held for Review: If the video owner has their settings to hold comments containing links or specific words for review, your comment might be stuck in limbo. It usually won't appear in your public "Your comments" filter in Studio until it's approved. Check your notifications – you might see a "comment pending" message.
• YouTube Glitch: Let's face it, YouTube isn't perfect. Sometimes the comments feed in Studio takes a while to update, especially after a new comment. Try refreshing the page. Or come back in 10 minutes. If it persists... well, sometimes you just lose one to the void. It happens.
• Browser Cache Issues: On desktop, try a simple hard refresh (Ctrl+F5 / Cmd+Shift+R) or clear your browser cache and cookies for YouTube. Sometimes old data causes weird display issues.

Beyond Finding: What You Can Do With Your Comments

Okay, you found your comment using the methods for how to find your comments on YouTube. Great! Now what? Here’s what you can actually do once you locate them:

Editing

• Why: Fix typos, clarify a point, update information, remove something you regret saying.
• How: Once you've found the comment (especially easy in YouTube Studio), look for the three vertical dots (...) next to it. Click/tap them. Select "Edit". Make your changes and save. (Note: Editing doesn't re-notify people who already replied or liked it).

Deleting

• Why: Remove embarrassing, outdated, or inappropriate comments; clean up your online presence.
• How: Find the comment > Three dots (...) > "Delete". Confirm. Gone forever (though potentially cached elsewhere on the internet, so think before you post!).

Hearting (Liking) Your Own?

You technically can click the heart on your own comment. It turns red. Does it do anything? Not really, except maybe make you feel slightly better? Doesn't boost visibility or anything meaningful. Kinda pointless, but you do you.

Viewing Replies

• How: Click/tap directly on your comment in YouTube Studio or below the video. This opens the thread showing all replies underneath your comment. Engage back!

Pin Your Own Comment?

No. Only the video uploader (or channel mods) can pin a comment to the top of their video's comment section. You cannot pin your own comments on someone else's video.

Power User FAQ: Your Top Questions Answered

Let's tackle those burning questions you might still have about mastering how to find your comments on YouTube:

Can I download a list of all my YouTube comments?

Not easily within YouTube itself. There's no "Export Comments" button. The only official way is through Google Takeout:

1. Go to takeout.google.com.
2. Deselect All. Scroll down and find "YouTube and YouTube Music".
3. Check the box next to it.
4. Click the text that says "All YouTube data included". A popup appears.
5. Scroll down within the popup and find "comments". Check ONLY that box if you just want comments. Click OK.
6. Follow the steps to choose file type (HTML or JSON recommended) and delivery method. Create export.

Warning: This exports EVERYTHING – comments on your videos, your replies, and comments you made elsewhere. It's a massive data dump in HTML/JSON files, not a nicely formatted list. It's more for backup than practical daily use.

I commented as a guest years ago. Can I find those comments?

Almost certainly not. Guest comments (without being signed into a Google/Youtube account) are typically tied only to the browser and device you used at that moment. If you cleared cookies, changed browsers, or got a new device, those comments are effectively lost. They aren't associated with any recoverable account. This is a big reason to always comment while signed in!

Why can't I see all my comments in YouTube Studio?

It should show everything tied to your account. If you're missing comments:

• Are you using the correct account? (Check profile picture!).
• Is your internet connection stable? Refresh.
• Did YouTube have an outage? Check DownDetector or Twitter.
• Were the comments possibly made on videos that were deleted or privated? (Those disappear).
• Were the comments removed by you, the uploader, or YouTube?
• Is the Studio interface slow? Try again later. True deep historical comments *should* be there.

Is there a faster way than scrolling through hundreds?

Yes! USE THE SEARCH BAR! In YouTube Studio > Comments > Filtered to "Your Comments", look for the search bar at the very top of the comments list.

• Search for keywords you remember using in your comment (e.g., "budget", "cat", "help", "episode 3").
• Search for the username of the channel you commented on (e.g., "TechReviewChannel").
• Search for a word from the video title you vaguely remember.

This is infinitely faster than manual scrolling for finding a specific needle in the haystack.

Can I find comments I LIKED (hearted), not just made?

Unfortunately, no. YouTube does not provide a public or easily accessible history of comments you've simply liked (hearted). That activity isn't aggregated anywhere visible like your comment history is in Studio. You'd have to remember the specific video and comment to find it again.

Do deleted comments stay visible to me somewhere?

Generally, no. If *you* delete your own comment, it disappears from public view, YouTube Studio, and your notification history. It's gone. If an *uploader* deletes your comment from their video, it disappears from public view and usually from your Studio history too. If *YouTube* deletes it for policy violations, it's definitely gone and you might get a policy strike notification.

Keeping Track of Comments Moving Forward

Now that you know how to find your comments on YouTube, here are some tips to make managing them easier in the future:

• Bookmark Important Threads: If you're in a crucial discussion or left a comment with important info you'll need later, use your browser's bookmark feature to save the direct link to that specific comment thread. Right-click the comment timestamp and "Copy link address".
• Check Studio Regularly: Make the YouTube Studio > Comments > Your Comments page a semi-regular stop, especially if you're active. It's your command center.
• Enable Reply Notifications: Ensure your notification settings (Settings > Notifications) are set to notify you when someone replies to your comment. This brings you back to the thread automatically. Default is usually on, but check!
• Think Before You Post: A little prevention! Ask yourself: "Will I need to find or reference this comment later?" If yes, consider noting down the video title or channel somewhere quick.

Finding your comments isn't intuitive, but it's definitely not impossible once you know the official path via YouTube Studio. Ditch the unreliable methods and the frustration. Stick with Studio, use the search filter, and you’ll be in control of your comment history. No more lost thoughts!