YouTuber MyntyPaws! Hit by False Copyright Claims—And It’s Freezing Their Channel
How one creator’s copyright nightmare could be a warning for other small YouTubers.
If you run a YouTube channel, copyright issues are always lurking. But for MyntyPaws!, a creator who just wanted to keep posting videos, it’s suddenly more than just a possibility—it’s now a real headache.
What Happened to MyntyPaws!?
MyntyPaws! was growing their channel, dropping videos, and getting involved with the community—until, out of nowhere, they were hit with copyright claims they say are bogus. Now they can’t even upload new content.
Imagine spending hours creating, editing, and interacting with your audience, only to get shut down by a copyright claim you know isn’t fair. That’s where MyntyPaws! finds themselves.
It’s Not Just One Creator
What’s even more worrying is that MyntyPaws! isn’t alone. They’re concerned that several other YouTubers are caught in this web, with false copyright claims hitting multiple channels, not just theirs. For smaller creators who rely on their channels for income—or just as a passion project—this kind of thing can feel like the lights going out.
Why Is This Happening?
YouTube’s copyright system is automated. That means sometimes, content gets flagged even when creators have done nothing wrong. A few reasons this happens:
- Automated bots misidentifying content
- Bad actors abusing the copyright system to take down competition
- Legitimate copyright owners mass-claiming content, even when it’s fair use
For MyntyPaws!, it’s even trickier to clear things up because once you’re hit with claims, it can lock you out of uploads and limit your channel behind the scenes.
The Real Impact
If you haven’t gone through this yourself, here’s what it can mean:
- No uploads: The channel just pauses, sometimes for weeks or longer.
- Loss of revenue: If you monetize, those earnings can freeze up.
- Stress and burnout: Fighting false claims is a lot to ask from someone who just wanted to make videos.
- Loss of community momentum: It’s hard to rebuild when your audience stops hearing from you.
MyntyPaws! is still trying to get this worked out, but right now, it’s just a waiting game.
What Can Other Creators Do?
If you’re a creator, here’s what helps if you ever get hit with a false claim:
- Document everything: Save emails, screenshots, and claim details.
- File a dispute: Go through YouTube’s process (slow, but sometimes works).
- Reach out to the YouTube Creator Support team: Especially if your channel is at risk.
- Connect with others: Creators facing similar problems can sometimes band together and get more attention on the issue.
But honestly? Sometimes there’s not much you can do except wait—and hope YouTube sorts it out.
The Bottom Line
Nobody wants to see creators silenced by broken copyright systems. MyntyPaws!’s situation is tough, but it’s not unique. Keep an eye on this story if you’re a YouTube content creator, because next time, it could happen to you.
Read the original Reddit post here.
If you’ve got your own channel, make sure you know your rights—and save everything. Sometimes, that’s the only shield you’ll have.