YouTube Growth
How to get a YouTube Play Button: A Guide to YouTube Creator Awards
See what it takes to earn a YouTube Play Button. Understand which Creator Awards are available and how many subscribers you need to apply for one.
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YouTube
How to See Your Subscribers on YouTube: A Step-by-Step Guide
See who subscribes to your YouTube channel with a step-by-step guide to finding them in YouTube Studio and tips to help you improve your content.
Creator News
YouTube Studio just released two updates that’ll save you a ton of time
A redesigned Content tab and new AI comment search tools mean less digging through Studio and more time spent on what actually grows your channel.
YouTube Shorts
How to Add Music to YouTube Shorts on PC and Mobile
Bring your YouTube Shorts content to life with step-by-step guides on how to safely use copyrighted music in your Shorts videos.
The Uppload
The Uppload #18: Can a YouTuber win an Emmy award?
The latest creator news and trending content, including YouTube's push for the Emmy awards, researchers preserving the internet and more!
YouTube
YouTube Demonetization: Protect Your Videos and Earnings in 2026
Understand YouTube demonetization so you can protect your videos, keep your full earnings, and know how to appeal if your content is demonetized.
TikTok
How to Get 1,000 Followers on TikTok: 9 Tips To Hit The Milestone Fast
Hit the 1,000 follower milestone on TikTok fast and for free. You'll learn how small changes to each upload can help you reach new audiences.
Trends
61 Easy YouTube Video Ideas to Get More Views in 2026
Find inspiration for awesome new content with this list of easy YouTube video ideas you can try out and start filming right away!
YouTube Growth
How to Get More Likes on YouTube
Rack up free YouTube engagement with invaluable tips on how to get more likes on YouTube, and see what a good percentage of views to likes is.
The Monthly Cut
The Monthly Cut: How to make 'human' content
Kevin E shares five creators who are making content that's brilliantly human and full of life.
Stock Video
How to pair stock video with music like a professional
Stock video and music only work when they're chosen with each other in mind. Here's how to ensure your visuals and sound work together instead of competing for attention.
Creator News
YouTube is now labeling AI content automatically – here’s what that means for your channel
YouTube has changed how it identifies and labels AI content. Here's what's new, and what to keep in mind if you do use AI.
Stock Video
What Is B-Roll? Your Guide to Cutaway Footage
B-roll is the footage that makes your edits flow, your stories land, and your videos look professional. Here's what it is, when to use it, and where to find it.
YouTube Analytics
Average View Duration on YouTube: 7 Tips to Keep People Watching Longer
Discover what makes a good average view duration on YouTube, find out how to increase AVD on your videos and use this vital metric to get more views!
YouTube
Free YouTube Tools: 18 Must-Have Tools to Increase Views and Grow Your Channel
Become a better creator with these essential free YouTube tools that'll streamline your creative process, increase your views, and grow your audience.
TikTok
How to Add Music to TikTok: A Step-by-Step Guide
Bring your uploads to life and keep viewers hooked with this guide on how to add music to your TikTok videos and keep them safe from copyright issues.
Stock Video
How to find stock footage that matches your shooting style
Stock footage only works when it blends with your own camera work. Here's how to drop clips into your edit without them distracting your viewers.
YouTube Growth
How Much Does YouTube Pay for 1 million Views?
See how much YouTube pays for 1 million views and learn what affects the amount of ad revenue you can make from your YouTube channel.
Creator News
YouTube's new unique reach metric shows you how many people are actually watching
A new metric accounts for co-viewing on TV and could give you a bigger number to pitch to brands, but it's worth understanding what it actually measures before you lead with it.
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