YouTube Video SEO Mastery

YouTube optimization:

**Title** (60 chars) - Keyword-rich, click-worthy, numbers work
**Description** - Hook in first 150 chars, timestamps, keywords, links
**Tags** - Primary keyword, variations, long-tail, branded
**Thumbnail** - 1280x720, clear focal point, contrasting colors, readable text
**Engagement**: Hook first 15s, mid-roll CTAs, end screens, pinned comment
**Playlists**: Relevant series organization

Maximize discoverability.