Dan got his start on YouTube in August of 2011, recording gameplay videos as a fun hobby while attending school for video production. Joining the vidIQ team in 2020 allowed Dan to combine his hobby and professional talents to now help others grow their own YouTube channels.

Dan Carson

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Need some amazing YouTube tools in your life? Use these apps to make thumbnails, manage video projects, and get stuff done.

6 Digital Tools Every YouTube Creator Needs

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.

Lydia Sweatt

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You can expect a seamless viewing experience, music from major labels, and in the distant future, perhaps Shorts monetization. 

These 5 YouTube Shorts Upgrades Will Help You Make Better Content

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Did you know that YouTube Shorts get 3.5 billion views each day? Here’s how to snag some of those views as a small creator.

Do This One Thing to Increase YouTube Shorts Views

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If you're serious about growing your channel on YouTube, here are 25 ways vidIQ can help right now!

25 vidIQ Tools You Need to Grow Your YouTube Channel NOW!

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Tap a commenter’s profile picture to open their YouTube profile card. It may show their recent comments on the channel, basic channel details, and public subscriptions.

Find Out Who Posts the Most Comments on Your YouTube Videos

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Are you using timestamps to create video chapters? If not, YouTube just upgraded the feature so you may want to start.

Why You Should be Using YouTube Video Chapters

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Have you ever needed to blur a face or a logo in one of your YouTube videos? Here's a quick and easy guide on how to do just that in YouTube Studio

How to Blur Anything You Need to in Your YouTube Video

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If you’ve been harassed online, it’s time to take matters into your own hands. These safety tools from YouTube can help.

How YouTube Can Help You Tackle Harassment and Bullying

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Info cards allow YouTube creators to add an extra layer of interactivity to their videos. Here's how to set them up.

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