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YouTube Trend Analysis
Analyze trending videos by keyword on YouTube. Get format split, recency signals, and rule-based trend summary. Paid users get AI-powered trend insights.
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How it works
Keyword Input
Enter a keyword to analyze trending video activity for that topic.
Search Analysis
The tool collects videos for your keyword and optional timeframe filters.
Format Breakdown
Videos are grouped by format—long-form or Shorts—to show trend patterns.
Recency Signals
Publish dates and performance indicate whether interest is rising or stable.
Rule-Based Summary
Free users get instant trend summaries based on observable signals.
AI Insights
Paid users get deeper AI-powered trend explanations and early signals to act on.
Expected Results
Trending Videos
A list of videos currently gaining attention for the searched keyword.
Format Split
Breakdown showing how trends differ between long-form videos and Shorts.
Recency Signals
Indicators highlighting how recently trending videos were published.
Rule-Based Trends
Deterministic summaries describing whether interest appears rising or stable.
AI Trend Insights
Paid users receive AI-generated explanations and early trend signals.
Snapshot View
All trend insights represent a snapshot in time rather than long-term forecasting.
Use Cases
Trend Discovery
Identify emerging content trends before they become saturated within YouTube.
Content Timing
Plan video publishing schedules aligned with rising topic interest.
Format Decisions
Decide whether to publish Shorts or long-form content based on trend patterns.
Market Awareness
Stay informed about shifting audience interests within specific niches.
Competitive Advantage
Capitalize on early trend signals identified through AI-enhanced analysis.
Editorial Planning
Support editorial calendars with data-driven trend insights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do trend results represent long-term trends or short-term spikes?
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What additional trend insights are unlocked with paid AI analysis?
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Which time ranges are supported for trend analysis?
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Can trend analysis be filtered by country or region?
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How often do trend results change based on new videos?
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Does this tool predict future trends or analyze current activity only?
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