Most channels lose views to small, fixable errors. Here are the YouTube SEO mistakes we see most — and the fix for each.
Key takeaways
- Keyword at the end of the title → move it to the startTitles over 70 characters → 50–70Empty or copy-paste descriptions → one real paragraphNo question for comments → add one.
- 4 steps: Generate SEO → Scan the channel → Fix the top 3 → Repeat monthly.
- Use the SEO checklist before uploads.
Who is this for?
Creators who suspect “something” is holding their videos back.
Title and description
- Keyword at the end of the title → move it to the start
- Titles over 70 characters → 50–70
- Empty or copy-paste descriptions → one real paragraph
- No question for comments → add one
Fix them fast — step by step
- Generate SEO — for new videos.
- Scan the channel — for old ones.
- Fix the top 3 — this week.
- Repeat monthly — keep it clean.
Tags and hashtags
- Unrelated trending tags → topic tags only
- Other channels’ names → remove
- #viral #explore everywhere → specific hashtags
- Over 500 characters → trim
Habits
- Never fixing old videos
- Long intros
- Random upload times
- Copying scripts
Example: five fixes, one afternoon
A creator fixed titles, descriptions and tags on her five most-viewed old videos in one afternoon using Channel Showcase.
Mistakes to avoid
- Fixing only new videos.
- Chasing one mistake forever.
- Ignoring watch time.
- Copying competitors’ SEO.
Smart tips
- Use the SEO checklist before uploads.
- Check scores monthly.
- Keep a consistent style.
- Ask the Coach about patterns.
Hindi mein samjhein
Aam SEO galtiyan: keyword title ke aakhir me, lambe titles, khaali description, bekaar tags, #viral hashtags, purane videos kabhi theek na karna — sabka aasaan sudhaar.
FAQ
Which mistake hurts most?
Titles that don’t match what people search.
Can I fix old videos?
Yes, in Channel Showcase.
Are #viral hashtags bad?
They don’t target anyone — use specific ones.
How often should I check?
Monthly.