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What is YouTube API services?
The YouTube Application Programming Interface (YouTube API) allows developers to access video statistics and YouTube channels data via two types of calls, REST and XML-RPC. Google describe the YouTube API Resources as “APIs and Tools that let you bring the YouTube experience to your webpage, application or device.”
Can I use YouTube API without oauth?
Unfortunately the YouTube API does not support service account authentication. Due to the lack of service account support you will have to use Oauth2.
How long do you store YouTube API data?
After 30 calendar days, the API Client must either delete or refresh the stored data. API Clients may temporarily store limited amounts of Non-Authorized Data for as long as is necessary for the purposes of the API Client but not longer than 30 calendar days.
Do you need a Google account to use the YouTube API?
This document is intended for developers who want to write applications that interact with YouTube. It explains basic concepts of YouTube and of the API itself. It also provides an overview of the different functions that the API supports. You need a Google Account to access the Google API Console, request an API key, and register your application.
How are quotas calculated in the YouTube API?
You can see your quota usage on the Quotas page in the API Console. Note: If you reach the quota limit, you can request additional quota by completing the Quota extension request form for YouTube API Services. Google calculates your quota usage by assigning a cost to each request. Different types of operations have different quota costs.
What are the terms of service for YouTube?
You agree not to distribute in any medium any part of the Service or the Content without YouTube’s prior written authorization, unless YouTube makes available the means for such distribution through functionality offered by the Service (such as the Embeddable Player).
How much does it cost to make a YouTube request?
A search request costs 100 units. A video upload costs 1600 units. The Quota costs for API requests table shows the quota cost of each API method. With these rules in mind, you can estimate the number of requests that your application could send per day without exceeding your quota.