YouTube Dislike Checker
Bring back the dislikes! Enter any YouTube video URL to see its true dislike count, like ratio, and detailed statistics.
How to See YouTube Dislikes in 2026
In late 2021, YouTube made the controversial decision to hide public dislike counts across the platform. While the dislike button remained functional, only creators could see the actual numbers in their YouTube Studio dashboard. This left viewers without a crucial metric for evaluating the quality, accuracy, or helpfulness of a video before watching it.
Our YouTube Dislike Checker restores this essential feature using the widely respected Return YouTube Dislike API. By entering any valid video URL, you can instantly reveal the hidden dislike count, along with a comprehensive breakdown of likes, views, and the overall engagement ratio.
Why Did YouTube Remove Dislikes?
According to YouTube's official announcement, the primary motivation for hiding dislikes was to protect creators, particularly smaller ones, from coordinated harassment campaigns known as "dislike attacks." They argued that focusing on dislikes fostered negative environments and impacted creator mental health.
However, the decision faced massive backlash from the community. Users argued that dislikes were a vital tool for identifying clickbait, scams, misleading tutorials, and poor-quality content. Without visible dislikes, users often waste time watching unhelpful videos or fall victim to deceptive practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the dislike count?
The data is highly accurate. It relies on a combination of historical data (archived before dislikes were hidden) and extrapolated data from millions of users who utilize the Return YouTube Dislike extension. While it's an estimate for newer videos, it statistically reflects the true ratio.
Can I check dislikes on YouTube Shorts?
Yes! You can check the dislikes on any YouTube video format, including Shorts, Live Streams (VODs), and standard videos. Just paste the URL into our tool.
Is it legal to view hidden dislikes?
Absolutely. We use a public, community-driven API that aggregates data legally. We do not hack or bypass YouTube's internal servers to retrieve this information.
Will creators know I checked their dislikes?
No, this process is completely anonymous. Checking a video's stats through our tool does not leave any footprint or notify the creator in any way.