Someone has same youtube channel name I do but I own the domain name...

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About 10 yrs ago I created a youtube channel but it I got hacked... I lost it. I just went to recreate the channel but noticed someone else is already using the channel name since 2 years ago. I just recently registered the domain name. So sorry I know this has been asked before... but does it make a difference that I own the actual domain name?

The youtuber I'm referring to has less than 12 subscribers and they haven't been active for an entire year... but I don't feel comfortable recreating a new youtube channel using the name I was because now someone else is using it.... except I own the domain name.

Does this matter?

Thanks for advice.
 
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Personally I don't think it matters that they have that name especially since they are inactive with only 12 subscribers. It would be different if it was a bigger YouTuber that was still active. You shouldn't have anything to worry about and should continue using that name
 
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People use the same names all the time. It's why you can a verified check mark next to your name when you get big enough. Besides, you were the first one to have it, so I think morally it would be fine.
 

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domain names don't give you any legal rights
 

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"domain names don't give you any legal rights"

Sorry but this is false in certain aspects. For example I know trademarks can't be used AFTER THE FACT to take away your existing domain. A common law trademark is valid for the FIRST person to use a mark in commerce - in the class they are using it.... this person is legally protected from it if they own and are actually using the domain name for their business.
 
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