The 'This Video Will Be Flagged' meme draws inspiration from the automated warning systems and content moderation notifications found on platforms like YouTube and Instagram. It functions as a satirical commentary on internet censorship and digital gatekeeping, often used to preface a joke that is intentionally provocative or absurdly mundane. By framing a piece of content as 'dangerous' enough to be flagged, users add a layer of irony to their posts, suggesting that their take is too 'based' for the mainstream algorithm. It has become a staple for shitposting communities where the humor lies in the disconnect between the dire warning and the actually harmless or silly content being presented.