Does YouTube Count Your Own Views (Answered + Details!)

The way that YouTube counts views is actually quite unique – and YouTube has changed it several times over the years.

As creators, we all want our videos to have as many views as possible. But can you increase the view count on your videos by watching them yourself?

This is an interesting question. In this article, I’ll cover what YouTube considers to be a view, and whether or not you can boost your view count by watching your own videos. We’ll also talk about how YouTube factors views into their algorithm, and what you should actually be focusing on to grow your channel.

Let’s get to it!

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YouTube Processing Stuck At 0%, 95% Or 99%? Here’s The Fix!

Did you upload a video to YouTube, only to have it get stuck at the processing stage?

Most commonly, YouTube processing gets stuck at 0%, 95%, and 99%, and each of these are incredibly frustrating.

Thankfully, this doesn’t mean that there’s anything wrong with your video – usually one of the quick fixes mentioned below will solve the problem, often without needing to reupload.

Let’s look into them now!

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The Best Screen Recording Software For Windows: Free And Paid

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One of the most effective ways to develop quality videos or presentations, is to utilize screen recording software.

You’ve likely seen this being used many times before. Video creators will record their screens to help showcase what they’re talking about, walk you through a tutorial, or explain things more quickly.

But how do they actually achieve this?

There is a large variety of screen recording software on the market today, with a diverse set of additional features.

In this article, I will break down what I’ve found to be the top solutions – both the paid premium options, as well as free screen recording software for those just looking to try it out.

Because the majority of us are using Windows, I will focus primarily on Windows software. However, I will also mention whether or not the software also supports Mac or Linux as I cover them.

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Shure SM7B Microphone Review (For Podcasters And Content Creators)

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If there’s one microphone that you’ve likely seen used by your favorite content creators, it’s the Shure SM7B.

Seriously, this thing is everywhere.

It’s not only the microphone of choice for famous personalities like Joe Rogan or Gary Vaynerchuk – this all-around beast of a microphone is used for everything from radio, to live music, to professional voice over recordings.

In this review, I’m going to delve deep into this microphone, highlighting all of its benefits and drawbacks. Because while it may be one of the best microphones for podcasting and overall content creation, there are a few situations where a different microphone may make more sense.

Let’s get to it!

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How To Get Started With YouTube

Getting started with producing videos for YouTube can be an incredibly daunting task. While the service itself is free to use, preparing to use it can take a lot of resources. It can take your time, preparing you to make the best videos possible. It could take your money, in the form of video equipment and editing software. It can also force you to change yourself, and overcome certain personal issues you may be facing, such as shyness or nervousness.

Honestly, the hardest part of producing videos on YouTube is simply getting started. Once you learn the ropes, and have all the things you need to actually begin producing videos, the entire process only gets easier. However, this will require managing the resources mentioned above. Let’s tackle them one by one, and create a plan to get your YouTube channel up and running as soon as possible. 

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The Benefits Of A YouTube Channel For Your Website

Are you taking advantage of the world’s 2nd largest search engine?  Are you utilizing potentially the biggest entrance door to your website in existence? Chances are, you’re a regular user of this site. But are you profiting from it?

The fact of the matter is, YouTube is an incredibly powerful resource for your business provided you’re utilizing it as you should. In this article, we will discover the potential benefits of having a YouTube channel for your website. 

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