YouTube is the second biggest search engine world over after Google; thus, it is critical to get more views on the platform for your video content. Besides, when we talk of videos, the name YouTube must feature prominently. It is also interesting to note that video content demand has been on the rise, prompting people to transform their textual content into video content. .
Below are some easy tips you can use to get more views for your YouTube channel:
Use Appropriate Thumbnails
The essence of a thumbnail is to inform the potential viewers of the information in the video, to prompt them to click and watch. When you use an appropriate thumbnail, you encourage the visitors to click and watch. It would help if you used the right thumbnails than using any sensational ones, which could be misleading and violating the platform’s terms and conditions.
While YouTube has a default setting of picking three images and utilizing them as thumbnails, you also have an opportunity to create suitable thumbnails and upload them. That way, you command a better chance of getting more views if the thumbnail persuades people to click and enjoy the videos.
Be Consistent in Posting
It is not optional to be consistent with posting videos on your YouTube channel if you expect to get a reasonable number of views. You must give your audience a definite time when they expect new content from your channel, and this is only achievable by posting regularly and but not posting once in a long time. For example, you can make them get used to that you post content twice per week on such and such days. This would call for a video schedule and early preparation of content, and your audience will know you are regular in uploading videos on your channel.
Use SEO for Your Videos
Many are unaware that SEO is not just for Google but also YouTube. You can use SEO for the videos by having keywords in the video title and description. You have to ensure they are optimized for search engines. Depending on your video’s content, ensure you have the keywords people search for when looking up content related to your area of interest. Also, ensure your description is sufficiently detailed and incorporates the links to your social platforms’ pages.…
Even though uploading videos is free of charge, you still need to spend since you need to invest in high-end gadgets. Keep in mind that no one would waste their time watching poorly made videos. Besides, it will be hard for you to shoot especially in the outdoors if you do not have the right gadgets. For instance, you will not be able to share your river trekking adventure if you do not own an action camera.