YouTube Comment Extractor
A YouTube comment extractor downloads the public comment thread on a video — text, author, likes, replies, and timestamps — so you can search, export CSV/JSON, or pick a giveaway winner. This page does that in the browser. No signup.
Last updated: September 2026 • Public comment threads only
Key Takeaways: YouTube Comment Extraction
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How to Extract YouTube Comments
Follow these simple steps to extract, search, and download comments from any YouTube video.
Copy YouTube URL
Copy any YouTube video URL. Works with regular videos, Shorts, live streams, and premieres.
Configure & Extract
Paste the URL, set your limits (max comments, replies per thread), and click "Extract Comments".
Search & Filter
Use Quick Filters for pinned/hearted comments, or Advanced Search to filter by author, likes, or keywords.
Export or Pick Winner
Download comments as JSON/CSV/TXT, view analytics, or use the Comment Picker for giveaways.
YouTube Comment Search, Export & Analytics
Extract, search, analyze, and export YouTube comments with our comprehensive toolkit.
Full Thread Extraction
Extract complete comment threads including all nested replies. Control extraction depth with configurable limits for comments and replies per thread.
YouTube Comment Search
Search through all extracted comments instantly. Quick search for text, plus Advanced Search to filter by author name, minimum likes, date range, and keywords.
Export YouTube Comments
Download comments in multiple formats: JSON (full structured data), CSV (Excel/Google Sheets), Plain Text, or Markdown. Include or exclude replies as needed.
Random Comment Picker
Perfect for YouTube giveaways and contests! Pick random winners with customizable rules: exclude creator, require keywords, minimum comment length, one entry per person.
Comment Analytics & Engagement
View engagement metrics: total comments, likes, reply counts, top commenters, most liked comments, sentiment analysis, and community health score.
Smart Quick Filters
One-click filters for pinned comments, creator hearts, verified users, high engagement, creator replies, and more. Find important comments instantly.
Complete Author Info
Each comment includes: author name, channel URL, profile picture, verification status, and whether they're the video creator. Perfect for finding your own comments.
Likes & Engagement Data
Get accurate like counts for every comment and reply. See which comments have the most engagement. Sort by likes to find top feedback and popular opinions.
Official YouTube API
Reliable extraction using YouTube's official InnerTube API. Get accurate, real-time data with no scraping issues. Comments reflect the current live state.
YouTube Comment Data Structure
Complete breakdown of all fields extracted for each comment.
📊 Comment Data Fields
| Field | Type | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | string | Full comment content | "Great video!" |
| author | string | Channel display name | "John Smith" |
| like_count | number | Number of likes on comment | 1,234 |
| reply_count | number | Number of replies (parent only) | 56 |
| timestamp | number | Unix timestamp of publish date | 1704067200 |
| is_pinned | boolean | Pinned by video creator | true/false |
| is_favorited | boolean | Hearted (❤️) by creator | true/false |
| author_is_uploader | boolean | Comment is from video creator | true/false |
| author_id | string | Unique channel ID | "UC..." |
| parent | string | "root" or parent comment ID | "root" / "Ugx..." |
📁 Export Formats
🔍 Quick Filter Options
Why Extract YouTube Comments?
Common reasons creators, researchers, and marketers use our YouTube comment extractor.
YouTube Giveaways & Contests
Run fair giveaways by extracting all comments and using our random picker. Set eligibility rules, exclude duplicates, and pick transparent winners for your audience.
Content Research & Analysis
Analyze audience sentiment, find common questions, and identify content ideas from viewer feedback. Export comments for deeper analysis in spreadsheets or research tools.
Community Management
Find and respond to important comments quickly. Filter for questions, identify your top fans, spot potential issues, and manage large comment volumes efficiently.
Engagement Tracking
Track comment engagement over time, identify which videos spark the most discussion, and understand what drives your audience to engage with your content.
Spam & Bot Detection
Our analytics identify suspicious comments: generic spam patterns, external link abuse, and potential bot activity. Keep your comment section clean and authentic.
Comment History Backup
Archive comments from important videos. Export and store valuable audience feedback, testimonials, and discussions for future reference or content creation.
What the comment extractor does — and does not
Public threads only. No private history of another account.
This page does
- Extract public comments and nested replies from a video URL you paste.
- Search by text, author, likes, or date after the thread is loaded.
- Export JSON, CSV, TXT, or Markdown, or pick a random eligible comment.
- Stay usable without an account. Workspace is optional after you approve quotes.
This page does not
- Open another person's private comment history feed.
- Read comments on videos where the creator disabled them.
- Auto-post replies or run a comment bot.
- Save a notebook until you choose pins in Workspace at /note.
Keep a compounding notebook — after you approve it
YouTube Comment Extractor is a free tool. It runs without an account. After a run, the useful keepers are usually a question you will answer, a quote you will cite, or the winner rules you used for a giveaway. Workspace at /note is optional: sign in only if you want pins and notebooks to persist. Review the output first. Save only the lines you approve. Nothing here auto-merges a playlist or invents a second product.
Nearby tools and the notes hub
Comments sit next to channel stats, transcripts, and the YouTube → notes guides.
YouTube AI tools hub
The live set of free NoteLM YouTube tools, including this extractor.
YouTube Channel Analytics
Check public channel health and which videos actually pull views before you mine comments.
YouTube Transcript Generator
Pair a heated comment thread with the spoken text of the same video.
YouTube → notes guides
How-to pages for turning video text into notes you can reuse. Workspace is optional.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about YouTube comment extraction, search, export, and analytics.
How do I extract YouTube comments?
To extract YouTube comments: 1) Copy the video URL from YouTube, 2) Paste it into our comment extractor above, 3) Set your preferred limits (max comments, max replies), 4) Click "Extract Comments", 5) Browse, search, or export the results. Our tool uses YouTube's official API to extract all available comments with full metadata including likes, timestamps, and author information.
How do I find my YouTube comment history?
To view your YouTube comment history, go to youtube.com/feed/history/comment_history when logged in. For extracting comments from a specific video, use our tool above - paste the video URL and we'll extract all comments including yours. You can then search by username to find your specific comments.
How do I search YouTube comments?
Our YouTube comment search feature lets you search through all extracted comments instantly. After extracting comments, use the search box to find specific text, usernames, or keywords. You can also use Advanced Search to filter by author name, minimum likes, date range, and more. This is perfect for finding specific feedback or mentions.
What does highlighted comment mean on YouTube?
A highlighted comment on YouTube appears when you click a notification about someone replying to your comment. YouTube temporarily highlights that specific comment so you can easily find it in the comment section. The highlight is not permanent - it's just a visual aid to help you locate the comment you were notified about. In our extractor, you can search for any comment by text or author.
What is a pinned comment on YouTube?
A pinned comment is a comment that the video creator has chosen to display at the top of the comment section. Creators can pin their own comment or any viewer's comment. Pinned comments often contain important information, corrections, or highlights. Our extractor identifies pinned comments with a special "PINNED" badge and you can filter specifically for pinned comments.
How do I export YouTube comments to CSV?
To export YouTube comments to CSV: 1) Extract comments using our tool, 2) Click the "Export" dropdown, 3) Select "CSV" format. The CSV file includes all comment data: text, author, likes, timestamp, reply count, and more. CSV files open directly in Excel, Google Sheets, or any spreadsheet software. You can also export to JSON for developers or plain text for simple use.
Can I download all YouTube comments from a video?
Yes! Our tool can extract all available comments from any public YouTube video. For videos with thousands of comments, you can set limits (e.g., top 1000 comments with up to 50 replies each) or extract everything. All comments include the complete thread hierarchy with nested replies, likes, timestamps, and author information.
How do I use the YouTube comment picker for giveaways?
Our random comment picker is perfect for YouTube giveaways and contests. After extracting comments, click the "🎲 Picker" button. You can set rules like: exclude the video creator, require minimum comment length, filter by keyword (e.g., must mention "giveaway"), and ensure one entry per person. The picker randomly selects winners fairly and transparently.
How do I pick a random YouTube comment for a contest?
To pick a random winner from YouTube comments: 1) Extract all comments from your video, 2) Open the Comment Picker (🎲 button), 3) Set your eligibility rules (exclude creator, minimum length, required keywords), 4) Click "Pick Random Winner". The picker shows the selected comment with full context. You can re-pick if needed or export the winner details.
Why can't I see comments on YouTube?
YouTube comments may not show for several reasons: 1) The creator disabled comments on that video, 2) You're watching a YouTube Kids video (comments always off), 3) The video is set to "made for kids", 4) Your YouTube account has restricted mode enabled, 5) The video is age-restricted and you're not signed in, 6) Temporary YouTube glitch - try refreshing. Our extractor will show an error if comments are disabled.
Why can't I comment on YouTube?
You can't comment on YouTube if: 1) Comments are disabled by the creator, 2) The video is marked "made for kids", 3) You're not signed in to a Google account, 4) Your account is restricted or suspended, 5) You've been blocked by the channel, 6) You're using restricted mode. Some videos also require channel membership to comment.
How do I turn on comments on YouTube?
If you're a creator: Go to YouTube Studio → Select video → Details tab → Show More → Comments and ratings → Choose "Allow all comments" or "Hold potentially inappropriate comments for review". Note: Videos set to "made for kids" cannot have comments enabled due to COPPA regulations.
What YouTube comment analytics does this tool provide?
Our YouTube comment analytics include: total comment count, reply count, average likes per comment, engagement rate, sentiment distribution (positive/negative/neutral), top commenters, most liked comments, comment activity timeline, word frequency analysis, and spam detection. Switch to the Analytics tab after extracting comments to see the full breakdown.
How is YouTube engagement rate calculated?
YouTube engagement rate for comments is calculated as: (Total Comments + Total Replies) / Views × 100. A healthy comment engagement rate varies by niche, but 0.5-5% is typical. Our analytics also show like engagement (total comment likes / comment count) and reply engagement (replies / parent comments). Higher engagement indicates an active, engaged community.
What information is included for each YouTube comment?
Each extracted comment includes: comment text, author name, author channel ID and URL, profile picture URL, like count, publish timestamp (original and relative), edit status, whether the author is the video creator, whether the comment is pinned, whether it's hearted/favorited by the creator, reply count, and the parent comment ID for replies.
How does YouTube comment sorting work?
YouTube offers two sort modes: "Top Comments" (algorithm-ranked by engagement, relevance, and recency) and "Newest First" (purely chronological). Our tool fetches comments in your chosen order, then lets you apply additional client-side sorting by likes, reply count, or comment length. This helps you find the most valuable feedback quickly.
Is this YouTube comment extractor free?
Yes! This YouTube comment extractor is 100% free with no signup required. Extract unlimited comments from any public YouTube video. Export to JSON, CSV, or plain text without restrictions. We don't store your data or require any payment. The tool is powered by YouTube's official API for accurate, reliable extraction.
How do I identify bot comments on YouTube?
Our tool helps identify potential bot comments through spam analysis. Common bot indicators include: generic praise ("Great video!"), links to external sites, repetitive patterns, new accounts with few subscribers, and comments that don't reference video content. The Analytics tab shows flagged suspicious comments for your review.
Can I extract replies to YouTube comments?
Yes! Our tool extracts the complete comment thread hierarchy including all nested replies. You can control reply extraction with the "Max replies per comment" setting. Replies include all the same metadata as parent comments: author info, likes, timestamps, and whether the creator responded.
How accurate is the extracted YouTube comment data?
The extracted data is highly accurate as it comes directly from YouTube's official InnerTube API. Like counts, timestamps, author information, and comment text are all sourced from YouTube's official data. The data reflects the current state - like counts may differ from cached displays as they update in real-time.
Do I need an account to extract YouTube comments?
No. The extractor runs without signup. Workspace at /note is optional: after you review the thread, you can pin quotes or questions you approve. Free extraction and CSV/JSON export stay available if you never sign in.
Can this tool read someone else’s private YouTube comment history?
No. It only reads the public comment thread on a video URL you paste. It cannot open another person’s youtube.com/feed/history/comment_history. That history page requires their Google login. Search the extracted thread by username only when those comments are public on that video.
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