How I Got 1,000 Subscribers in 2 days by Clicking This YouTube Setting

Summary

In this video, the creator shares their proven strategies for gaining 1,000 subscribers in just a few days. They emphasize the importance of using YouTube Studio and uploading via a browser instead of the app to optimize video settings. Key tactics include strategically selecting high-traffic tags, enabling crucial settings like 'Publish to Subscription Feed,' and using a custom subscribe watermark to boost engagement. The creator also reveals how to leverage YouTube Shorts and remixing options to maximize reach. Additionally, they offer a special Chrome extension, VidIQ, and a tool for converting videos into viral clips for further growth.

Takeaways

• 😀 Uploading videos through YouTube Studio app can limit growth, and it's better to use the desktop version through a browser on your phone.
• 😀 Using VidIQ, a free Chrome extension, helps in selecting high-volume keywords for video tags, boosting discoverability.
• 😀 Always check the 'Publish to subscriptions feed and notify subscribers' box when uploading videos to ensure proper promotion and reach.
• 😀 When uploading videos via YouTube Studio, make sure to display a 'subscribe' watermark on all videos to encourage subscriptions.
• 😀 For higher subscriber growth, use a link with 'sub_confirmation=1' at the end to prompt viewers to subscribe directly.
• 😀 Choosing the 'Allow Shorts remixing with video and audio' option in YouTube settings helps increase video reach and viewership.
• 😀 Turning off certain settings, like 'altered content' or 'Is your video made for kids?', can significantly reduce your video’s reach and views.
• 😀 Enabling the 'zoom in to fill screen' option on YouTube mobile ensures a seamless viewing experience without needing to manually adjust the screen.
• 😀 Uploading videos with effective, broad tags (like 'how to grow on YouTube') can lead to faster channel growth, as seen in the case of the speaker's channel.
• 😀 Repurposing long-form content into short clips for YouTube Shorts and other social media platforms is a strategy for maximizing views and engagement.

Q & A

What is the YouTube setting mentioned in the script that helped gain 1,000 subscribers in a few days?

The key YouTube setting is ensuring the 'Publish to subscriptions feed and notify subscribers' checkbox is checked. This setting ensures that subscribers are notified about new uploads, which helps boost video visibility and engagement.

Why is it not recommended to upload videos directly from the YouTube Studio app?

Uploading directly through the YouTube Studio app is discouraged because it bypasses key features, such as selecting specific files. It also doesn't allow you to fully optimize the upload process and the settings that enhance video visibility.

What alternative method is suggested for uploading videos from a mobile device?

The recommended method involves using a mobile browser (Safari or Google Chrome), navigating to YouTube Studio's desktop version, and uploading the video from there. This method allows for better control over the video settings.

How does the 'secret setting' help with video promotion?

The secret setting is the option to check 'Publish to subscriptions feed and notify subscribers' under the video settings. When this box is checked, YouTube will notify subscribers of the video, boosting the chances of more views and engagement.

What mistake did the fellow YouTuber make that impacted their video performance?

The fellow YouTuber forgot to check the 'Publish to subscriptions feed and notify subscribers' option. As a result, their video received far fewer views and engagement, leading to poor performance despite having a reasonable subscriber count.

What role does the 'Subscribe Watermark' play in growing a YouTube channel?

A 'Subscribe Watermark' placed on videos encourages viewers to subscribe. Displaying this watermark throughout the entire video has been shown to increase subscriber count by up to 30%.

How can YouTubers make the subscription process easier for viewers?

By adding a special URL with 'sub_confirmation=1' at the end, YouTubers can create a link that automatically prompts viewers to confirm their subscription when they click it, making it easier for viewers to subscribe.

What does the 'Allow Shorts Remixing with Video and Audio' setting do?

Enabling the 'Allow Shorts Remixing with Video and Audio' setting allows others to remix your video as a YouTube Short, increasing the potential reach and visibility of your content.

What effect does marking a video as 'Made for Kids' have on its performance?

If a video is marked as 'Made for Kids,' it limits the video's reach by restricting features like comments and personalized ads, which can significantly reduce engagement and views.

How can YouTubers make videos automatically fill the screen when watched on mobile?

YouTubers can enable the 'Zoom to Fill Screen' option in the YouTube mobile app's settings. This ensures that videos fill the screen automatically, avoiding the need for users to manually zoom in.