Question 1

How do I check a YouTube channel's subscriber count?

Accepted Answer

You can see subscriber counts directly on YouTube (unless the creator hides them), or use NoteLM's Channel Analytics for detailed subscriber insights alongside other metrics.

Question 2

Why do some channels hide their subscriber count?

Accepted Answer

YouTube allows creators to hide subscriber counts in their settings. This is often done by smaller channels or for privacy reasons. You can't see hidden counts with any tool.

Question 3

What is a good subscriber growth rate?

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It varies by niche, but 1-5% monthly growth is considered healthy. New channels may see faster percentage growth, while established channels often grow more slowly by percentage.

Question 4

Are YouTube subscriber counts in real-time?

Accepted Answer

YouTube updates public subscriber counts periodically, not in real-time. For channels under 1,000 subscribers, counts are exact. Above 1,000, they're abbreviated (e.g., 1.2M).

Question 5

How do I see exact subscriber counts for large channels?

Accepted Answer

Tools like Social Blade and NoteLM show more precise counts than what YouTube displays. We access the YouTube API which provides more detailed numbers.

Question 6

Can subscribers affect my revenue?

Accepted Answer

Not directly - views drive revenue, not subscribers. However, subscribers tend to watch more videos and engage more, indirectly boosting revenue. 1,000 subscribers is required for monetization.

Question 7

What's the difference between subscribers and views?

Accepted Answer

Subscribers are people who follow your channel. Views count every time someone watches your video. Not all subscribers watch every video, and many views come from non-subscribers.

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