Title Optimizer
AI analyzes and suggests better titles for your YouTube Short.
YouTube Shorts Title Optimizer
Your title is one of the few text elements YouTube uses to understand and distribute your Short. While Shorts are primarily discovered through the feed (not search), a strong title still matters — it influences click-through rate when your Short appears in search results, suggested videos, and channel pages.
This tool analyzes your current title and generates optimized alternatives using AI. Each suggestion comes with reasoning explaining why it might perform better. You can paste a video URL to analyze an existing title or enter a title directly to get improvement suggestions before publishing.
The best Shorts titles are concise (under 50 characters), create curiosity or set expectations, and include relevant keywords naturally. Avoid clickbait that doesn't deliver — YouTube tracks when viewers bounce quickly after clicking, and misleading titles will hurt your distribution over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do titles matter for YouTube Shorts?
- Yes, but differently than long-form videos. Shorts are primarily discovered through the Shorts feed where titles may not be prominently displayed. However, titles still matter for search discovery, the browse/suggested feed, and when viewers visit your channel page. A good title also helps the algorithm understand your content's topic.
- How long should a YouTube Shorts title be?
- Keep titles under 50 characters. Shorter titles are fully visible across all surfaces. YouTube truncates long titles, which can cut off important information. Front-load the most compelling words since viewers may only see the first 30-40 characters.
- Should I use keywords in my YouTube Shorts title?
- Yes, but naturally. Include your main topic keyword in the title so YouTube can categorize your content correctly. 'Morning Routine That Changed My Life' is better than 'You Won't Believe This' because it tells both YouTube and viewers what the content is about.
- Is it better to use questions or statements in Shorts titles?
- Both can work well. Questions ('Are You Making This Mistake?') create curiosity and can boost click-through rate. Statements ('The #1 Reason Your Shorts Flop') convey authority and set clear expectations. Test both formats and track which gets better engagement for your specific audience.