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YouTube description generator

A description with chapters, links and a call to action.

Quick answer

Lead with a keyword-rich summary, then list chapters starting at 0:00 (at least 3, each 10+ seconds), then links. Descriptions can be up to 5,000 characters.

Your video

Call to action

How to write a YouTube description

  • Summary first

    The first lines show under the video and in search. Say what the video covers and use your main keyword naturally.

  • Chapters

    0:00 Intro 1:20 Step one 4:05 Step two

    List times in order. The first must be 0:00, you need at least 3, and each chapter must be at least 10 seconds long.

  • Links and next step

    Add the links you mention, then one call to action. The whole description can be up to 5,000 characters.

Frequently asked questions

How long can a YouTube description be?

Up to 5,000 characters. Most good descriptions use a few hundred, with the key point in the first two lines.

Why aren't my YouTube chapters showing?

Check that the first time is 0:00, you have at least 3 times in ascending order, and each chapter is at least 10 seconds.

Should I put keywords in the description?

Yes, in normal sentences. Describe the video clearly; don't paste lists of keywords, which breaks YouTube's spam rules.

Related free tools

→YouTube title generatorKeyword-first titles under 70 characters.→YouTube tag generatorTag lists within 500 characters.→UTM link builderTrack clicks from your description links.
Updated ·By the Deviantly data team

Sources: YouTube Help: Add chapters to your videos · YouTube Help: Video description · YouTube Data API: Videos resource