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How the YouTube algorithm works in 2022

Sprout Social

The YouTube algorithm is designed to help viewers find videos they want to watch and maximize long-term viewer satisfaction. Similar to other social media platforms, YouTube’s algorithm has changed as the site has evolved. Here’s what YouTube looks like today: There are now an estimated 2.1 2012: Watch time.

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102 Compelling Social Media and Online Marketing Stats and Facts for 2012 (and 2013)

Webbiquity SMM

This post, along with 79 Remarkable Social Media Marketing Facts and Statistics for 2012 and 87 More Vital Social Media Marketing Facts and Stats for 2012 previously published here, provide a solid foundation for that understanding. While 47% felt somewhat good at social measurement in 2011, just 38% said the same in 2012.

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How Does the YouTube Algorithm Work? A Guide to Getting More Views

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The YouTube algorithm decides what people watch on YouTube 70% of the time. And according to Pew Research Center, 81% of American YouTube users say they regularly watch videos recommended by the algorithm. We’re going to lay out how the algorithm works, as well as all the latest YouTube algorithm changes for 2020.

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9 YouTube stats to inform your marketing strategy in 2019

Sprout Social

When YouTube first arrived in 2005, few likely had any idea how valuable it would become. By 2010, YouTube was generating more than two billion views each day. As video has continued to grow as one of the most compelling channels for marketing and entertainment, YouTube has remained at the forefront. 1. There are 1.9

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SEO in 2014: Where It’s All Headed

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It’s that magical time of the year again when everyone tries to guess what’s next for SEO. 2013 was a downright bizarre year for SEO, which is why you’re bound to see all sorts of wacky predictions for 2014. What Happened to SEO in 2013? 2013 was the most turbulent year for SEO since they invented the internet.

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Content Marketing Tip: Video Transcripts

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So you shot a video of your latest product offering and you want to get some SEO/content marketing juice out of it. Here’s why: Right now, a great way to win search is to have your video rank high on YouTube. That’s because less than 10% of all videos put up on YouTube are optimized.

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Five Actionable Social Media Tips for Your Web Development Business

Webbiquity SMM

Do a bit of research with an SEO tool like SEMRush to identify the best keywords to use in your bio. As web development is a visually-charged business, consider using YouTube. Optimizing YouTube clips for SEO can drive a lot of valuable traffic and help you answer common questions from your audience.