How To Get More Views on YouTube

The best way to get more views on YouTube is to optimize your videos so they show up in search and recommendations
— and keep viewers engaged once they click. That means mastering clickable thumbnails, compelling titles, and content that delivers on its promise.


With 10+ billion views tracked through coaching and tools, vidIQ provides data-backed insights into what drives video discovery.


In this section, we will break down strategies, examples, and case studies so you can consistently grow your views.

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Jul 10, 2023

5 min read

Shorts, Longs, and Lives: How to Compare YouTube Views from All 3

Are you a multi-format creator? Now you can compare views across all content types, including YouTube Shorts, livestreams, and regular videos. Here's how!
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May 17, 2023

6 min read

6 Emotional Triggers That Unlock Massive YouTube Views

Discover how to use emotional triggers like nostalgia, curiosity, and social proof to dramatically increase your YouTube views and audience engagement.
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Mar 13, 2023

12 min read

Ask an AI Coach: 19 Popular Questions (and Answers) About Growing on YouTube

What does an AI Coach have to say about growing a YouTube channel? Spoiler alert: almost anything you want to know!
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Feb 7, 2023

8 min read

YouTube SEO: How to Optimize Your Videos for Maximum Views

Do you put a lot of effort into making quality YouTube videos? If so, don’t skip the most crucial step in getting your content discovered: YouTube SEO.
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Jan 31, 2023

5 min read

9 Video Ideas to Go Viral with YouTube Shorts

Need some video ideas for your YouTube Shorts? Here are 9 ideas that will help you go viral!
Man shocked by low 1.4k YouTube views on video analytics screen.

Oct 17, 2022

4 min read

A Simple Trick to Make Viewers Watch Multiple YouTube Videos

It's hard to grow a YouTube channel when viewers leave after watching one video. Use this simple trick to suggest more content and make them binge watch!
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Jul 6, 2022

5 min read

How Ryan Trahan Got a Billion YouTube Views Turning Pennies into Dollars

Video creator Ryan Trahan used a single penny to cross North America in 30 days. That challenge brought millions of YouTube views — and here’s why.
Man pointing at screen showing "Content Gap" and YouTube logo about viewer searches.

May 24, 2022

6 min read

YouTube's New Keyword Research Tool: Will It Boost Your Views?

YouTube has a new keyword research tool, but will it help you get more views? Click here to find out.

Apr 11, 2022

19 min read

22 Simple Ways to Get More YouTube Views in 2024 (for Free)

Want to get more views on every YouTube video? Here are 18 tips for making popular content that grows your channel.
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Apr 6, 2022

3 min read

MrBeast’s ‘Squid Game’ Video Still Averages 74k VPH – Here’s Why

Four months later, MrBeast's “Squid Game” video is still getting massive views. Here’s how to do the same on your YouTube channel.
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Feb 15, 2022

5 min read

A YouTube Viewer Describes Which Videos They Click, Ignore, or Flee

Tired of people ignoring your YouTube videos? Here’s what makes one viewer click, ignore, or abandon videos on YouTube.
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Jan 24, 2022

6 min read

What the YouTube Algorithm Likes to See on Creators' Videos

Want the YouTube algorithm to promote your videos? Start by learning which video metrics indicate viewer satisfaction.
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Aug 19, 2021

6 min read

Growing a YouTube Channel: 4 Things Creators Overlook

Growing a YouTube channel comes with challenges, but it’s nothing you can’t overcome with the right tips. Here are four that most creators overlook on their ...