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#1: YouTube will remain the epicenter of culture. For over a decade our mission has been to give everyone a voice and show them the world. That means we provide a platform for free speech and creative ...

YouTube Shorts now has an average of over 70B daily views since launching in 2021. This 60 seconds (or less) format has given creators new avenues to earn money, and the Shorts community is beginning ...

YouTube Shorts offers a dynamic and engaging way to connect with audiences in bite-sized bursts. If you're ready to dive into the world of vertical video, here's your guide to getting started with ...

The world moves quickly and our policies need to keep up. That’s why we regularly review our policies to make sure that — similar to the laws that govern civil society — they reflect the changes that ...

This April, YouTube turns 20 and we celebrate 20 years of the Creator Economy. With 3 million channels in the YouTube Partner Program –700,000 in just the last three years – and a staggering $70 ...

Today YouTube lost a teammate, mentor, and friend. Susan's legacy lives on in everything she touched at Google and YouTube. I'm forever grateful for her friendship and guidance. I will miss her ...

In today’s digital-first age, teens face unique challenges when it comes to nurturing and preserving their mental health and wellbeing. We know teens now are more online than ever, and it’s all of our ...

Editor's note by Neal Mohan, Chief Product Officer: For creators, building a business isn’t a one-size-fit-all approach. Some may gravitate towards tools like channel memberships while others may ...

Pop the confetti, because YouTube is turning 20! From the 19-second clip that started it all, to now over 20 billion uploaded videos, 1 including music, Shorts, podcasts, and more, we’ve grown so much ...

For years, YouTube’s fans have been telling us they want more—more choice when watching their favorite content, more ways to support their favorite creators and, above all, the option to watch their ...

In 2021, you tuned in to see NASA’s Mars Perseverance Rover land (live!) on Mars, joined together to set a new record for BTS, and took part in the epic storylines that played out across the Dream SMP ...