The new feature will allow the use of aliases in the form of @username, just like in social networks. However, if nicknames in this format are widely used on such services, their functionality will be limited on YouTube.
At the same time, all YouTubers will be able to use nicknames in the new format, only the authors of popular content will be the first to access the function. They will be able to choose the nicknames that suit them best. In general, nicknames will be displayed on the channels home page, in search, in the Shorts feed, in the comments and feeds on the platform.
Each nickname will be unique, but this is not an alternative to the channel name, but it is necessary for the convenience of interaction between users. The new feature will be implemented gradually.
Source: Ferra
