YouTube Trends and Insights
The fastest way to grow on YouTube is to create content around trending topics while viewers are searching for them.
With vidIQ’s data, we track the keywords, niches, and formats that are taking off across millions of channels. Here you’ll find insights into what’s working now, including creator case studies and examples, so you can publish videos that ride the wave of demand and stay ahead of competitors.
Sep 18, 2023
6 min read
10 Trending Topics to Grow a Small YouTube Channel [September]
Explore September trending topics small YouTube channels can use to plan timely videos, join rising conversations, and grow their audience.
Aug 15, 2023
7 min read
10 Trending Topics to Grow a Small YouTube Channel [August 2023]
Explore August trending topics small YouTube channels can use to plan timely videos, join rising conversations, and attract new viewers.
Jul 21, 2023
6 min read
10 Trending Topics to Grow a Small YouTube Channel [July 2023]
Explore July trending topics small YouTube channels can use to plan timely videos, tap into seasonal interest, and reach new viewers.
Apr 20, 2023
6 min read
Analyzing Popular YouTube Shorts: What Makes Them Go Viral?
What makes YouTube Shorts go viral? See patterns from popular Shorts, including hooks, pacing, topics, and repeatable creative choices.
Dec 23, 2022
4 min read
4 YouTube Trends to Skyrocket Your Views in 2024
Ready to get more views in 2023? Get a head start with these powerful YouTube trends, like using captions in your videos and making content for Gen-Z.
Jan 29, 2021
9 min read
Why It's Not Too Late to Start a YouTube Channel in 2021
It's never too late to start a YouTube channel. If you need proof, just ask these seven creators who've gained thousands of subscribers in just a few months.
Dec 18, 2020
4 min read
YouTube in 2020: Powerful Stats You Need to Know
Did you catch YouTube's Culture & Trends Report for 2020? The global year-in-review highlights the rise of virtual events, emerging creators, and collective ...
Dec 17, 2020
1 min read
YouTube in Review: Insights from 2020 & Strategies for 2021
Review YouTube lessons from 2020 and see which creator strategies carried into 2021, from content planning to audience growth.
Dec 10, 2020
4 min read
How to Get More Views On YouTube By Playing Among Us
Are you playing Among Us like the rest of the world? While you're fixing that spaceship, use these tips to upload the footage to YouTube and get more views.
Nov 20, 2020
2 min read
How to Increase YouTube Video Views From Tentpole Events
Creating video content around tentpole events is an excellent way to generate YouTube views. Find out more on this episode of TubeTalk.
Oct 28, 2020
8 min read
6 Honest Reasons You Might Be Losing YouTube Subscribers
Losing YouTube subscribers? See six common reasons viewers unsubscribe and what to fix so your channel keeps the right audience.
Oct 20, 2020
5 min read
Virtual Halloween 2020: Top Keywords on YouTube
2020 is Halloween in quarantine for many of us. Here are the top trending keywords around this spooky holiday in this extraordinary year.
Oct 9, 2020
5 min read
What is Cottagecore and Why is it Taking Over Social Video?
The Cottagecore trend is helping YouTube channels of all sizes get noticed. Perhaps yours could be next?