You’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions we get asked - can I replace an already uploaded YouTube video with a newer version?

The short answer? No, not exactly. Once a video is live, YouTube doesn’t allow you to swap it out for a new file while keeping the original’s views, comments, and ranking.

Frustrating? A little. But there are still ways to refresh your content without starting from scratch.

In today’s video, I’ll break down:

✨ Why YouTube doesn’t let you replace a video

✨ The edits you can make to an existing video - without losing engagement

✨ What to do if you need to upload a new version 

Click below to watch! 👇