The algorithm is not magic. It’s a system optimizing for one outcome: maximizing viewer satisfaction and session time. Here’s how the system actually works, and what you can control to increase your chances of getting recommended. What the Algorithm Actually Measures YouTube’s recommendation system is built around a single objective: maximize viewer satisfaction and session … Continued
Finding the perfect background music for your YouTube videos can be tough. If you’re a content creator on the hunt for the best background music for YouTube, or simply want to get your hands on some copyrighted music you know your audience will love, we’re here to help. We’ll say it straight: The best songs … Continued
High-quality video editing is essential for content creators who want to grow, engage, and stand out online. But editing takes time, skill, and often resources many creators don’t have. That’s where professional video editing services come in. Whether you’re a YouTuber, TikTok creator, or brand building your audience through video, outsourcing editing can save you … Continued
Nearly every creator has been where you are now, wondering how to use music on YouTube without getting hit with a copyright claim. Let’s set the scene: you’ve just perfected the edit on your latest YouTube video. The visuals are stunning, the pacing is spot-on, and the music – your favorite song from an artist … Continued
The biggest event of the year is back! VidCon, the annual convention for online video stars, brands, creators, and fans, returns in 2025 after a triumphant return in 2024. This year’s event promises to be huge. People from all over will head over to the Anaheim Convention Center in California, from June 19 to 21 … Continued
Every spring, the California desert transforms into the ultimate playground for music lovers, fashion icons, and content creators. This year’s festival takes place April 11-13 & 18-20 2025 and the lineup includes artists such as Green Day, Benson Boone, Megan Thee Stallion, Sam Fender, MARINA, Chase & Status, Clairo, Shaboozey and loads more. Coachella isn’t just a … Continued
The Sidemen Charity Football Match is back, and this year, it was bigger than ever. On 8th March 2025, Wembley Stadium was packed with fans as some of the biggest creators in the world took to the pitch, all in the name of a good cause. With the event running since 2016, the Sidemen Charity … Continued
Well, now everyone and their dog is doing some kind of Spotify Wrapped style year in review, but we’ve been doing this gig for a few years now and we’re not about to stop. So who’s ready to take a trip down memory lane and look at some of the very best music that soundtracked … Continued
Ah, Christmas. Is there anything better? Gathering around the fire, eating copious amounts of sweet treats, and listening to your favorite Christmas tunes. Music is sure to get you in a festive mood! Everyone who’s anyone likes Christmas; the faux-grinches can’t fool us. We all know it takes a special kind of discipline not to … Continued
Lickd has been advocating for creators to get access to mainstream music for over 7 years now, and with your support we now have a catalog of over 1.4 million tracks! But we need more help. Your recommendation is the thing that we crave! We know how important your opinion is to your fellow creators … Continued