Deleting a video that was removed for copyright infringement will not automatically remove the associated copyright strike on your YouTube channel. When a video is removed for copyright reasons, YouTube typically issues a copyright strike against your channel. This strike may have consequences, including restrictions on your channel's features, such as live streaming, and multiple strikes can lead to channel termination.
To address a copyright strike, you generally have a few options:
Counter Notification: If you believe your video was mistakenly removed or you have the rights to use the copyrighted content (e.g., through fair use or proper licensing), you can file a counter-notification. This notifies the copyright owner that you are disputing the claim and may lead to the strike being removed.
Contact the Copyright Claimant: You can reach out to the copyright claimant directly to discuss the issue, potentially resolving it without going through the formal counter-notification process.
Wait for the Strike to Expire: Copyright strikes typically expire after 90 days if no further action is taken. However, it's essential to avoid additional strikes during this period.