The error only displays if network administrator restrictions are set to restricted mode. Users typically can turn off restricted mode in YouTube parental settings, but there are times when you may not have the ability to disable it.
Why Is My YouTube on Restricted Mode By Network Administrator?
Other than a network administrator turning on restricted mode, there are some other reasons you may see this error.
Router DNS settings are set to restrict YouTube contentBrowser add-ons can force restricted mode on YouTubeYour browser cache or cookies could retain the old setting even though you’ve changed itWeb security software you have installed may restrict YouTube content
There are other things besides the restricted mode setting that can continue to limit content, so work through each of these and cancel out each potential cause one at a time.
How Do You Fix This Video Is Restricted Please Check Your Network Administrator Restrictions?
The following fixes should clear the issue preventing you from changing the restricted mode setting on YouTube.
