Your In-Depth Guide to Building a Successful YouTube Channel

Your journey to becoming a YouTube success starts here. Discover the best tips and tricks to grow your channel the right way, from increasing YouTube subscribers to attracting more video views. Get started below to boost your skills as a creator.

Apr 8, 2026

3 min read

Claude Doesn't Know YouTube. Here's How to Fix That.

Connect vidIQ’s MCP to Claude and get real YouTube data in every conversation. Research keywords, trends, competitors, and video ideas faster.
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Mar 10, 2020

3 min read

How to Hide Your YouTube Subscriber Count [New Method!]

Want to hide your YouTube subscriber count? We show you how to (but also question why you would want to do that?).
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Mar 10, 2020

10 min read

How to Grow Your YouTube Channel Fast & Free

Discover expert strategies on how to grow your YouTube channel fast and free. Learn data‑driven tips and use vidIQ free tools to boost views and subscribers.
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Mar 10, 2020

4 min read

How to Hide Likes & Dislikes on YouTube Videos

Did you know that you can hide the likes and dislikes count on any of your YouTube videos? We show you how in this easy guide.
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Mar 10, 2020

5 min read

How to Generate 300,000 Subscribers for Your YouTube Channel

Want to know how to grow your YouTube Channel to over 300K subscribers? Take a look at what vidIQ did to reach that goal and what you can do to build up your...
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Mar 10, 2020

3 min read

YouTube Hashtags: What Are They and How to Use Them!

YouTube Hashtags - are they a legitimate way to grow your Channel? Here’s 8 things you need to know about them.
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Mar 10, 2020

3 min read

How to Delete (or Hide) a YouTube Channel

Do you want to delete your YouTube Channel, or simply hide it while you take a break and consider your options? We show you how.
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Mar 10, 2020

2 min read

How to Download a YouTube Video: New Method

Forgot to back up your YouTube uploads? There's a new method of downloading your content from your YouTube Channel and we show you what you need to do.
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Mar 10, 2020

4 min read

PewDiePie Vs T Series: Why Can't T Series Maintain the Lead?

In the race for the most subscribers on YouTube, T Series have taken the lead over PewDiePie on many occasions. But why can't they keep a hold of it?
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Mar 10, 2020

6 min read

PewDiePie vs T Series: Where Do the Subscribers Come From?

Since PewDiePie is, once again at time of writing, ahead of T Series in terms of subscribers, we ask where do all these subscribers even come from?
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Mar 10, 2020

2 min read

PewDiePie vs T Series- How Much Longer Can PewDiePie Hold T Series Off For Good?

While the title for the most subscribed to YouTube Channel flip flops between the two, we ask - how much longer can PewDiePie actually hold T Series off for ...
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Mar 10, 2020

3 min read

How to Create a Playlist On YouTube

A proven way to grow your YouTube Channel is to get viewers to watch more than one of your videos - that's why setting up Playlists is a must.
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Mar 10, 2020

2 min read

How to Change Your YouTube Video Category: Easy Tutorial

YouTube creators who monetize their content should ensure they select the right category before publishing. We show you how to change your YouTube categories...
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Mar 10, 2020

3 min read

PewDiePie vs T Series...Is the Race for the YouTube Crown Finally Over?

As T Series becomes the first non-YouTube aggregated channel to generate 95M subscribers, its lead over PewDiePie stands at over 840K. Is the race for the mo...
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Mar 10, 2020

10 min read

Top 10 Takeaways from YouTube's 2019 Brandcast

The 2019 YouTube Brandcast featured a ton of announcements that concern creators and advertisers. Here are the top 10 takeaways you should know.