Lydia Sweatt
Blog Manager at vidIQ
Lydia Sweatt is a writer who loves balancing her article/blog time indoors with a healthy dose of nature. She bikes, hikes, and identifies edible plants along the way.
Posts Written By Lydia Sweatt
Dec 10, 2020
5 min read
How This Creator Got 852K Views in 58 Seconds From YouTube Shorts
Since YouTube Shorts were announced, we've wondered whether creators could get nearly 1 million views from a 60-second video. Now that we've seen it happen, ...
Dec 8, 2020
3 min read
Find Out Who Posts the Most Comments on Your YouTube Videos
Do you know who your most engaged viewers are? The ones who comment on most of your videos with encouragement and helpful tips? If not, here's how to find out.
Dec 8, 2020
4 min read
How to Get More Views on YouTube Before Publishing Anything
More YouTube views? BEFORE publishing? It may sound too good to be true, but anything's possible with a video preview tool. Here's a guide to using our very ...
Dec 8, 2020
5 min read
How to Grow on Twitch as a YouTuber
YouTube and Twitch are very different platforms, but that doesn't mean creators can't take advantage of both. To make it happen, you need to know two importa...
Dec 5, 2020
6 min read
YouTube's Monetization Update: FAQ's for Creators
If YouTube runs ads on non-monetized channels, how will creators be affected? In this FAQ, we answer that question and share tips for diversifying your income.
Nov 20, 2020
5 min read
YouTube Will Run Ads On Some Unmonetized Channels, But Those Creators Won't B...
YouTube has announced it's going to place ads on some unmonetized channels - but it will keep 100% of the revenue share.
Nov 18, 2020
4 min read
Why You Should be Using YouTube Video Chapters
Are you using timestamps to create video chapters? If not, YouTube just upgraded the feature so you may want to start.
Nov 12, 2020
6 min read
YouTube Shorts Analytics: Why Every Creator Needs This Data
Want to know what percentage of your YouTube traffic comes from YouTube Shorts? Wonder no more. Here's a guide on how to find the analytics you're looking for.
Nov 11, 2020
5 min read
Is it Too Late to Create a Minecraft Channel on YouTube?
Is it too late to start a Minecraft YouTube channel? See how new creators can still stand out with a unique angle and smarter content choices.
Nov 10, 2020
8 min read
How to Apply for YouTube Monetization: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Ready to monetize your YouTube channel? Follow our complete guide on how to make money through the YouTube Partner Program and start earning.
Nov 3, 2020
5 min read
The Best Screen Recording Software for YouTube
Want to take screen recordings of your computer, smartphone, or gaming console? Here’s a list of free and paid software to try.