I’ve been thinking a lot about YouTube lately too, especially from both a creator and viewer point of view.
On the viewer side, I’ve noticed more people getting burned out by ads and algorithm-heavy feeds, which is why YouTube Premium (and yes, even unofficial YouTube mod APKs) keep coming up in conversations. A lot of users try mod APKs for ad-free viewing or background play, but from what I’ve seen and tested, they’re unstable long-term and come with obvious security and account risks. They might feel convenient, but they’re not something I’d rely on seriously — especially if you’re planning to build a channel and care about your Google account health. Anyone curious usually ends up researching pros/cons first or reading breakdowns before deciding to visit website discussions around it.
From a creator perspective, I do think growth is still possible in 2026, but it’s very different now. Shorts can help with discovery, but they don’t automatically translate into loyal long-form viewers unless your niche and content style are clear. Random uploads don’t really work anymore — clarity + consistency seem to matter more than “grinding.”
If I were starting today, I’d probably:
Pick a tight niche first (problem-solving or experience-based content)
Use Shorts as an entry point, not the main strategy
Focus less on trends and more on repeatable value
Definitely interested in hearing real stories too — what actually worked, what failed, and what you’d do differently now.
Avasin Clair
3 weeks ago