how to turn off restricted mode on youtube

To turn off Restricted Mode on YouTube, follow these simple steps based on your device: On desktop:

1. Go to youtube.com and sign in.
2. Click your profile icon in the top-right corner.
3. Scroll down and click "Restricted Mode: On."
4. Toggle the switch to turn off Restricted Mode (it will change from blue to gray).

On the mobile app (Android or iOS):

1. Open the YouTube app and tap your profile picture in the top-right corner.
2. Tap "Settings."
3. Tap "General."
4. Toggle off "Restricted Mode" to disable it.

Note: If Restricted Mode is locked by an administrator (e.g., at a school, library, or work), only that administrator can disable it. Also, turning off Restricted Mode on one device/account does not automatically turn it off on others; it must be done individually per device/account.