YouTube's Anti-Adblock Feature Frustrates Users
Forbes Social Media
OCTOBER 17, 2023
The video-sharing service first started testing the feature in June, and the company has said that ads are necessary to support its community of creators.
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15+ YouTube Shorts Ideas For Your Next Video
Buffer Social
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
With more than 50 billion daily views, YouTube Shorts offers a unique opportunity for content creators to reach a wider audience, promote longer videos, and even increase subscribers. Optimization for platform & audience : Each platform has unique algorithms, and YouTube Shorts is no exception.
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15 YouTube Video Ideas to Inspire Your Brand’s Channel
Sprout Social
JULY 5, 2022
As the second most popular website in the world , YouTube’s impact can’t be overstated. It’s home to hundreds of millions of videos, the latest emerging trends, diehard communities and ample revenue opportunities. The video sharing site isn’t just for creators. Behind the scenes” of YouTube’s influence. Web series.
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24 Top YouTube influencers to check out in 2024
Sprout Social
MARCH 15, 2024
YouTube influencers are on a different level when it comes to business impact. Thing is, YouTube creators predate both and are the blueprint for what an “influencer” is today. And YouTubers have consistently built full-blown brands, media careers and product lines. Table of contents: Who are YouTube influencers?
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15+ Tips to Grow On YouTube Shorts
Buffer Social
OCTOBER 23, 2023
The beauty of short-form video is that it allows anyone to become a creator. This is as true for YouTube Shorts as for any other platform. This is as true for YouTube Shorts as for any other platform. Speaking of hashtags , remember to use at least three per video. Let’s get into it.
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5 YouTube features to use to boost engagement
Sprout Social
AUGUST 22, 2022
The answer is probably “YouTube.” And new YouTube features are making it even more beneficial to marketers and creators—YouTube Shorts topped 1.5 With 51% of consumers anticipating YouTube will be one of the social media platforms they use most this year, it’s a digital space your audience most likely uses.
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103 YouTube Video Ideas for When You’re Out of Inspiration
Hootsuite
MAY 11, 2023
Are you struggling to come up with new, engaging, and creative YouTube video ideas? If your inspiration well has run dry, here are 103 ideas for YouTube videos to get your creative juices flowing. If your inspiration well has run dry, here are 103 ideas for YouTube videos to get your creative juices flowing.
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Top 10 Government Agencies on YouTube
Social Media Strategies Summit
MAY 4, 2023
YouTube’s vast reach and credibility make it a valuable resource in the world of government on social media. The video platform has over two billion monthly active users , with over three-fifths of American users visiting the site daily. Moreover, nine in 10 users agree that YouTube provides trustworthy recommendations and information.
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Increase YouTube engagement: 10 ways that actually work
Sprout Social
JANUARY 31, 2024
Is your YouTube engagement where you want it to be? Earning billions of daily views and video searches, YouTube’s popularity speaks for itself. And like any other type of social media engagement , competition on YouTube is fierce. Especially when performance is tied to the ever-changing YouTube algorithm.
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YouTube Hacks: 21 Tricks and Features You Probably Didn’t Know About
Hootsuite
JUNE 9, 2020
The right YouTube hack can be the difference between spending all afternoon or 15 minutes to complete a task. But these tips optimize more than just your time—they optimize your YouTube marketing efforts, too. 21 YouTube hacks, tips and features. 21 YouTube hacks, tips and features. Play or pause a video k.
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How To Promote YouTube Videos In 6 Easy Ways
Keyhole.co
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Most social media managers and marketers make this mistake while promoting YouTube videos: slapping links to their videos on their other social media channels and calling it a day. Fun fact: That’s not the *only* way to promote your videos. It’s as simple as clicking on the exact part of the video.
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How to Monetize Your YouTube Channel
agora pulse
MARCH 1, 2021
Are your videos just sitting on YouTube and not making money for you? Then check out these different ways of how to monetize your YouTube channel. Maintaining a successful YouTube channel comes with lots of perks, including daily interactions and potentially becoming an influencer or celebrity. Native YouTube Methods.
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How Government Agencies Can Keep Their Communities Engaged in Creative Ways [VIDEO]
Social Media Strategies Summit
JUNE 3, 2021
Government agencies can leverage social media to share (sometimes critically) important information with their communities. Led by Emily Allen Lucht , the Director of Communications for the State of Maryland, this panel answered some of the most common questions we hear from social media marketers in government.
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9 YouTube trends for your content strategy in 2022
Sprout Social
AUGUST 2, 2022
More than half of consumers anticipate using YouTube in the coming year , trailing only Facebook, according to the latest Sprout Social Index™. One of the most compelling reasons for marketers to incorporate YouTube into their strategies is that a huge number of people spend a great deal of time there. Short-form video.
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YouTube At A Crossroads: Social Media Network or Streaming Service?
Ignite Social Media
APRIL 22, 2021
As our teams dove into Q4 research at the beginning of the year, we notice that our data partner, GWI (formerly known as GlobalWebIndex), recently moved YouTube out of the ‘social media network’ category and into the ‘streaming service’ category. YouTube As A Social Media Network. Community Tab.
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Airbnb Social Media Strategy: Sharing Stories, Building Community
Keyhole.co
MARCH 24, 2024
By blending collaborative consumption with experiential tourism and replacing impersonal hotel stays with a sense of community. million listings and a community of reliable hosts around the world ready to welcome guests with open arms. So, of course, YouTube has to be a significant part of the brand’s social media presence.
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How Buffer Has Changed: Unpacking Every Feature We Built in 2023
Buffer Social
DECEMBER 20, 2023
In total, we released 26 fantastic features. New features AI Assistant 🤖 This was a big one. Revamped Zapier Integration 🙌 We added support for Pinterest, publishing multiple images and video, creating Ideas and Drafts in Buffer, and support for Alt-text—all via Zapier. And wrote over 10,000 lines of code.
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YouTube Shorts Monetization Guide [How Much Can You Make?]
Hootsuite
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
Just like all the other social platforms, YouTube has been leaning hard into short-form video content, with a Shorts tab on the main menu and a prominent Shorts feature on the watch page. So, it’s no surprise that YouTube Shorts reached two billion monthly logged-in users as of July 2023. Can you monetize YouTube Shorts?
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2023’s Top 6 YouTube Analytics Tools for Tracking Video Metrics
Keyhole.co
AUGUST 28, 2023
Since its inception in 2005, YouTube videos have reshaped how people consume content, build communities, and even market their brands. In short, YouTube combines video content’s appeal with its immense popularity as a social media platform. The number of comments viewers have left on your video.
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The complete guide to YouTube Live in 2021
Sprout Social
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
With social distancing continuing as the norm, an increasing number of businesses are using YouTube Live to host events, workshops, Q&A sessions and more. In 2020, 70% of people used YouTube to watch online replacements of live events. Moreover, consumers watch live videos for 10-20x longer than pre-recorded videos.
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Crafting Great Social Media Videos That Get Views
Convince & Convert
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Luckily, that’s where videos come in handy as the perfect medium to propel your ideas into the world, making the intangible sound compelling. However, sometimes the view counter isn’t ticking up as expected, and that awesome video you made is ultimately unhelpful in bringing your brand closer to your audience.
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How Much Does YouTube Pay Per View? We Tested It!
Hootsuite
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Ever wonder how much your average cat video generates on YouTube? Before you quit your day job, you’ve got to answer the question, “How much does YouTube pay per view?” ” Get ready because we’ve taken it upon ourselves to answer whether or not monetizing your YouTube channel is worth it.
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How to get subscribers on YouTube: tips, inspiration and tools to help
Sprout Social
NOVEMBER 9, 2021
Trying to figure out how to get more subscribers on YouTube? That said, competition on YouTube is fierce and building a community of dedicated viewers doesn’t happen by accident. The good news is that there are actionable steps you can take to boost your YouTube subscriber count. Fair question! Simple, right?
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How to Promote Your YouTube Channel: 30 Tactics That Work
Hootsuite
JANUARY 13, 2022
New kids on the block, like TikTok, are making a huge impact on social media right now, but one video-sharing platform still rules all: Youtube. Here are some of our favorite tricks for optimizing your YouTube content to help new people find your channel. How to promote your YouTube channel: 30 tactics that work.
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YouTube Community and Reels Features Provide More Fan Engagement
Devumi
DECEMBER 1, 2017
Major social media platforms have been incorporating the ”Stories” content format into their features lately. YouTube is the latest one to follow the trend with its new Reels feature, which is part of their larger YouTube Community plan.
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The Creator’s Guide to YouTube Shorts Analytics
Buffer Social
OCTOBER 9, 2023
Everyone is focused on the YouTube Shorts algorithm as the key to growing as a creator on the platform. YouTube offers different content types, each with robust analytics. How to find your YouTube Shorts analytics Whether you prefer analyzing data on a desktop or on the go via mobile, YouTube has got you covered.
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What marketers need to know about YouTube Creator Studio
Sprout Social
JULY 7, 2022
YouTube is not just a platform for sharing videos. It’s also a powerful video marketing tool that lets you tap into real-time data, manage your content, and optimize it for greater visibility and engagement. All with the help of a wonderful tool called YouTube Creator Studio. What is YouTube Creator Studio?
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YouTube 101: What Every Smart Social Media Manager Needs to Know
agora pulse
JUNE 11, 2020
Need a little guidance (maybe even a refresh) on YouTube? This YouTube 101 guide can help you brush up on YouTube know-how. A surprising number either forget about YouTube or think the platform is not for them. YouTube is the leading platform for long-form content, even with other platforms trying to catch up.
YouTube Best Practices
Ignite Social Media
AUGUST 30, 2019
YouTube is one of the more unique social media platforms. Moreover, YouTube is a key channel for brands given its SEO benefits as a Google company, and 96% of 18-24-year-olds and half of internet users over 75 using it. Video Content. Video Uploading. Up to 10 relevant tags related to your video content.
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13 YouTube Community Building Hacks You Never Knew About
agora pulse
JULY 12, 2018
YouTube is more popular with teens than Facebook. Only 51% of teens in the United States still use Facebook while 85% say that they use the video-sharing platform. So, if you’re still saying your brand doesn’t need YouTube community building, you might need to rethink. This is key for YouTube community building.
10 Steps To Get Started With YouTube Creator Studio
Keyhole.co
AUGUST 22, 2023
YouTube Creator Studio is an invaluable tool for optimizing video content and gaining a deeper understanding of their audience’s behavior. The impact of YouTube on digital media The emergence of YouTube as a major digital media platform has had world-changing effects.
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10 COMMANDMENTS EVERY RELIGIOUS INSTITUTION MUST FOLLOW WHEN CREATING A YouTube CHANNEL
Social Media Strategies Summit
AUGUST 31, 2020
adults, or 73%, say they use Youtube according to a 2019 survey from Pew Research Center. People use Youtube to listen to music, watch their favorite influencers, get answers to questions or help with things like recipes, hacks and more. Religious institutions can use Youtube to reach a larger audience and share their faith this way.
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8 ways to leverage short-form video (and how to get buy-in)
Sprout Social
MARCH 20, 2023
At the risk of stating the obvious: Short-form video is a big deal. The fast growth of TikTok has influenced nearly every other social media platform to become short-form video platforms themselves. The short-form video format is here to stay, and worth investing in for the long term. The good news?
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How to use YouTube Creator Studio to Grow Your Channel
Hootsuite
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
There’s something for everyone on YouTube. From the auditory delights of ASMR to comedians going viral stereotyping valley-girls , YouTube has steadily evolved to become the second-most visited website in the world. What is YouTube Creator Studio? What is YouTube Creator Studio? A bit like Google Analytics, but for video.
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How to get verified on YouTube: Your complete guide for 2022
Sprout Social
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
If you’re a YouTube creator or manager of a channel, you may be thinking about how to get verified on YouTube. YouTube channel verification gives you a badge next to your channel name, letting viewers know that they’re seeing the official version of your page. What is YouTube verification?
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The Complete Guide to YouTube Marketing in 2020
Hootsuite
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
YouTube marketing is often overlooked by social media marketers. Some think YouTube counts as a social media network. Others see it as more of an online video platform. Either way, there are countless marketing opportunities on YouTube—especially if your audience is on the platform and your competitors aren’t.
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Updating Your Twitter Strategy; New Twitter Features to Watch For
Ignite Social Media
MARCH 16, 2021
Twitter’s New Features. Some of the new features that are headed to Twitter (or already arrived) are unique to the platform, ideas they’ve had in order to continue pushing the market forward. Let’s take a look at the list of new Twitter features that we should all be keeping an eye on in the near future.
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7 Best Tips To Grow Your YouTube Channel + Monetization Hacks
Keyhole.co
AUGUST 2, 2023
YouTube is the biggest video marketing platform in the world, with over 2.6 Maybe you’re trying to unlock the power of YouTube, but you’re struggling to find tactics that work and tools to help you streamline and optimize your growth. Are your videos not getting more than a few dozen views? It’s also a search engine.
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How to Start a YouTube Channel in Four (Relatively) Easy Steps
agora pulse
JUNE 17, 2020
Have you wanted to start a YouTube channel but don’t know where to start? Here’s your step-by-step guide to creating a new YouTube channel efficiently. Before you create a YouTube channel, ask yourself a couple of questions first to get you on the right course. Questions to Ask Yourself About Your YouTube Channel.
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How to Use YouTube Analytics and Track the Right Metrics
Hootsuite
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
YouTube analytics allow you to measure the success of your YouTube marketing efforts. You can use them to monitor your progress toward achieving specific goals like growing subscribers or increasing video views , and identify what works and what flops. How to use YouTube analytics. How to see analytics on YouTube.
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Viral video: Jim Carrey’s take on gun control
Sherrilynne Starkie
APRIL 6, 2013
Canadian comedic actor Jim Carrey has taken aim at America’s gun laws and the late Charleton Heston , former National Rifle Association (NRA) president with a satirical Internet video, “ Cold Dead Hands’. the video features Carrey as the lead singer with Lonesome Earl and The Clutterbusters, a country band. Related articles.
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17 Not-So-Secret Social Media Video Tips from Hootsuite’s Experts
Hootsuite
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Because they’re about to shed some light on 16 social media video tips! This blog shares some bright ideas and social video best practices you can use to light up your feed. We’ll illuminate the world of social media video content in a flash. Don’t get afraid to play dirty and use puppy videos to ensnare your audience.
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Don’t Miss Out on These Big Opportunities to Grow Your Business via YouTube
agora pulse
JANUARY 30, 2020
Do your social media marketing plans lack a strategy for YouTube? From humble beginnings as a way for people to connect through video content, YouTube is now one of the biggest marketing channels offering lots of opportunities for growing your business. Turn Your YouTube Channel Into an Educational Knowledge Hub.
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How to create a social media viral video
Sprout Social
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Most marketers undoubtedly want the audience growth and attention that comes from achieving a social media viral video. Video virality is short-lived, and so is the benefit that comes from it. What makes a social media viral video? What do we mean when we say social media viral video? Did a video outrage or surprise you?
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