- Rename your video file using a target keyword.
- Insert your keyword naturally in the video title.
- Optimize your video description.
- Tag your video with popular keywords that relate to your topic.
- Categorize your video.
- Upload a custom thumbnail image for your video’s result link.
- Use an SRT File to add subtitles & closed captions.
- Add Cards and End Screens to increase your YouTube channel’s viewership.
- Add hashtags to increase reach.
- Create a playlist about your video’s general topic.
- Experiment with video length.
- Use YouTube’s autocomplete feature.
- Try timestamps.
- Add a call-to-action in your video and video description.
- Review YouTube search analytics.
- Optional: Leave a pinned comment on your own video.