How do I find keywords for YouTube SEO?

Start with a broad topic your audience cares about, then search for it on YouTube and check the autocomplete suggestions. These can show the specific phrases people use when searching.

You can also use a keyword research tool to compare search demand and find related terms. When evaluating keywords, check:

  • Relevance: Does it accurately describe your video?
  • Search intent: Does your video answer the question or meet the need behind the search?
  • Specificity: Could a more specific phrase match your video better?

Pick one primary keyword that meets these criteria, and use it naturally in your title and description. Don’t try to cram in every related term.

Once you have your keyword, use Quillbot’s free AI YouTube Description Generator to draft a description around your video topic.