How to use it
- 01Add chapter names and start times or import an existing timestamp list.
- 02Use the timeline and inline checks to fix the chapter order and spacing.
- 03Copy the final formatted chapter list into your YouTube description.
LearnWithParth / Publishing / Chapters
YouTube Chapters Checker & Fixer
Create or import chapter timestamps, edit them in a timeline, and receive immediate checks for formatting, order and spacing.
Timeline editor
Build your chapters
#StartsChapter name
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- Line 1: Add a chapter title after this timestamp.
What this workspace includes
- Detect missing 00:00, unsorted times, short chapters and empty titles
- Optionally verify the final chapter against a supplied video duration
- Explain why valid timestamps may still not show up on YouTube
Example & formatting notes
Incorrect: 00:00 Introduction / 00:07 Setup / 00:30 Demonstration
Fix: Move the second boundary to at least 00:10, or change the chapter structure.
The checker points out chapters shorter than ten seconds. Video duration is optional, but entering it allows validation of the final chapter.
Questions & answers
Why are my YouTube chapters not showing? +
In addition to timestamp formatting, your channel may require access to advanced features and your video must meet YouTube eligibility requirements.
What formatting does YouTube require? +
Start at 00:00, provide at least three timestamps in ascending order, and make each chapter at least ten seconds long.
What else affects chapter visibility? +
Chapter visibility also depends on your channel’s feature access and YouTube processing. This workspace checks the text and timing rules.
References
Other YouTube tools
YouTube Link Cleaner & Parameter InspectorRemove unnecessary share parameters while protecting timestamps and playlists.YouTube SRT Subtitle ValidatorValidate captions locally and download safely renumbered SRT files.YouTube Thumbnail Readability PreviewPreview your own thumbnail at realistic small sizes and check cropping.YouTube Embed Code BuilderGenerate responsive, privacy-enhanced YouTube embeds with optional start/end times.YouTube Title, Description & Hashtag CheckerValidate text limits and find duplicate or excessive hashtags without fake SEO scores.YouTube Timestamp & Shorts Link ConverterBuild time-specific links and convert between watch, short, and Shorts video URLs.