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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.

How it works

Keyword Input
Enter a keyword to analyze trending video activity related to the topic on YouTube.
Search Execution
The tool performs YouTube searches using the keyword and optional timeframe filters.
Format Aggregation
Videos are grouped by format such as long-form content or short-form Shorts.
Recency Analysis
Publish dates and view velocity are evaluated to identify trending patterns.
Rule-Based Summary
Free users receive deterministic trend summaries based on observable signals.
AI Job Trigger
Paid users trigger an Inngest job to generate deeper AI-powered trend insights asynchronously.

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?
See the tool description and results for details.
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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