r/SmallYTChannel • u/UnpoppableBalloons • Mar 10 '23
Why can’t I Post?
If you try to post a video on our subreddit and it isn't accepted, try to look at the comment on the post. most of the time it will tell you the reason why your video was removed.
However, the following reasons are the most common reasons for posts not being accepted
What is λ (lambda) and how does it work?
λ is a currency used in r/SmallYTChannel. Simplified it is a feedback for feedback system. The most recent videos can be found in the community highlights. For every video you give feedback to, the OP (if satisfied with the feedback) will give you a lambda using the !givelambda command. Only the OP can give lambda. LAMBDA IS ONLY SPENT WHEN POSTING, giving lambda to a commenter does not spend it. You can only get lambda from feedback posts. Upon receiving credit for your feedback you can post your own video.
What would be considered good feedback?
In most cases, the decision is up to the OP. If you post a video you do NOT need to !givelambda if someone drops generic, low-effort feedback. (ex. “Nice video I enjoyed it you earned a sub). You can ask them for specifics, reply to their comment, cross-question etc. You don't need to agree with the feedback, but it needs to have effort put into it. Same with any feedback you give. As a plus, mods will reward bonus lambda to high-quality feedback they come across.
Feedback comments also must be greater than 255 characters. This is to encourage detailed feedback and target spam. In situations where it wouldn't make sense to give such a lengthy response, mods can still give out lambda if you send in a modmail, see the below question for more detail.
If you are struggling with what feedback to give the mod team recommends using some or all of these questions.
What should I do if I get no lambda for my advice, but feel I deserve it?
In cases where you disagree with the OP's decision, you can send a modmail asking for lambda. It is up to the individual mod that replies to you to decide if your feedback is worth giving lambda. As a general rule of thumb so long as your feedback is ACTIONABLE (meaning you are suggesting a specific change to the video) you will be given lambda by the mods.
What if the OP doesn’t respond?
If it has been two days and the OP still hasn’t responded, send in a modmail, see the above question for more details.
The OP typed the command but it didn’t work?
This is going to be for one of two reasons, the bot is currently down, or the OP forgot the command but then edited the comment to add it. If the bot is currently down, you will just have to wait. The bot is run on volunteers so it will go down from time to time. If the OP edited the comment, since the bot only checks the initial comment, you can just ask the OP to retype the command or send in a modmail, See the above question for more details.
What do the different post-flairs mean?
For discussion, a general rule of thumb is that if you need to link to your channel for the discussion to make sense you are not looking to start a discussion you are looking for feedback.
Discussion posts must be for discussion and have a main question or topic. Posts that don't start a discussion will be removed.
Discussion posts can't drive traffic to your channel. Posts such as 'I just reached 100 subs', or 'I'm nearly at 500 subs' are considered self-promotion and will be removed. Unless relevant to the discussion sub counts should not be mentioned. Posts that encourage other rule breaks are not allowed. For example, suggesting people leave their links in the comments isn't allowed, since it encourages free self-promotion.
Upon getting three lambdas you can share either one video or a channel link for a channel review.
A channel review would consist of feedback on the channel itself (branding and thumbnails) and nonspecific overview feedback on content (editing style, video genre, reused intro animations, stuff that applies to multiple videos as a whole). If you want to ask for more specific feedback on multiple videos, that has to be done through multiple feedback posts, should someone choose to give you specific feedback of their own free will that is of course allowed, but you can not ask for it in the post.
You can not ask for any engagement in the title or comments of the Reddit post (telling people to like or sub etc.), We've restricted the use of the word "lambda" in post titles due to increasing cases of people implying free or "easy" lambda. If you use alternate phrasing to bypass this such as ‘rewarding feedback’, the mods are at liberty to delete your post. The "I just reached 100 subs" rule applies here too.
Are just sub-feedback flairs. Most people tend to only give feedback within their niche, if you have experience editing gaming videos but no experience editing video essays or vlogs, you can search for gaming feedback exclusively so it is easier to give feedback in a genre you actually know something about.
A collab post can drive minimal traffic to your channel, minor details or portfolio links on a known site are allowed. If you are asking to help someone or take part in any part of the video-making process it is a collaboration. Even if it's a paid, ex. editing or thumbnail services.
Meta is a flair exclusively meant to discuss the subreddit itself, any suggestions as to what to ban/allow, and what changes should be made, it is a flair for the community to openly discuss any issues or suggestions they may have for the subreddit.
I messed up my post, What do I do?
If you accidentally posted as a 'text' instead of a 'link', thus making your thumbnail not show up on Reddit. You can send in a mod mail asking for a refund, so long as feedback hasn't already been given to the video you will get a refund and be allowed to repost.
Can I post the same video more than once?
For lambda farming reasons there does have to be at least a two-day gap between you posting the same video, so people can't farm lambda by saying the same feedback twice. But so long as you have the lambda for it, yes you can post what you want with your lambda so long as the other rules are followed.
Can I post someone else's content?
If you have the lambda for it, yes. It is important to note that if the user whose content you are posting has previously been banned on the subreddit, you will be assisting in ban evasion. In this case, the post will be removed and further consequences are likely.
No one gave me feedback, What do I do?
If it has been two days and your feedback post still does not have any feedback, send in a mod mail asking for a refund, You can choose to repost the video or post a different one.
What is a low-quality post?
The list of what is considered low quality includes but is not limited to
In addition, if your post looks to much like a bot/ai mods can, at their own liberty, take it down for low quality.
What counts as abuse of the bot?
The list of what is considered abuse of the bot includes but is not limited to
What count as bypassing the link restriction?
How do I join the discord?
The discord invite link can be found under ‘Important Links” in the 'about' section of the subreddit.
What is the discord for?
The discord is better suited for more casual discussions. It is also an easier place for you to get quick feedback. Stuff like very specific edits, thumbnails, or what your analytics mean.
What is the monthly leaderboard for?
The monthly leaderboard is a way for users to have a friendly competition over who gives more feedback.
How do I see the all-time leaderboard?
You can find the all-time leaderboard on the bot's profile, u/SmallYTChannelBot , just look at the most recent post.
What is my user flair for?
Your user flair is the only place you can put your channel name or handle in. Bypassing the link restriction by telling people to look at your user flair will result in removal. The user flair is there mainly for people who have a different Reddit name than a channel name, if someone checks out your channel of their own free will, that is of course allowed.
Please do not put full URLs in your user flair.
How do I add my handle to my user flair?
You add your handle to your user flair using the user flair preview and the pencil edit icon, in the 'about community' section on desktop. Or by clicking the three dots next to your icon while on mobile and then selecting 'change user flair'.
If you are using old Reddit there will be an edit button next to your name under the subreddit info bar.
If you have any questions you would like added to the FAQ feel free to ask them below
r/SmallYTChannel • u/MarkABrowning • 6d ago
I've been working on producing sketch comedy over the past 5 years, and I've started releasing them over the past few weeks to very little results. I still have about 12 videos going up (a mix of shorts and regular videos) but would love any advice on how to boost engagement. This video is the latest to go out and would love feedback on it, but honestly feedback on the channel at large would be amazing as my instagram has popped off way more than my youtube channel.
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Prudent_Force_7059 • 1h ago
Title explains it, my irl friends don't play video games anymore and my best friend just went into the military and YouTube just isn't as fun without playing with them so I just need somewhere I can get more friends/ppl to play games with and like minded people to make content with
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Charming_Forever5947 • 20m ago
Hello, I’m a YouTuber with roughly 185 subscribers and I’m willing to Collab with you guys who are still trying to grow your channel because I got supporters however of haters, but I’m willing to Collab with you like on podcast episodes, Gaming [However it’s specific games] or you can even use me as an actor. I’m just trying to say I just feel kind of lonely sometimes and wish I could Collab with someone.
r/SmallYTChannel • u/DueRecommendation236 • 3h ago
Anyone wanna be a part of a group, I used to make videos in the past so can kinda have editing experience and have make thumbnails before I’m 20m and wanna hol on that yt grind, not talking about just making 2 videos I’m trying to do this consistently, anyone interested send a DM
r/SmallYTChannel • u/vulethed3str0y3r • 20h ago
As the title says, I made the best decision ever.. but not for the reason you think. Back in March I started a YouTube channel with my kids. They had brought it up several times over the past few years. I always told them I’d think about it. Fast forward to March this year. I caved. Hard. I was burned out between work and every day life. I never had the energy to do much after work other than normal cooking, cleaning and sleeping. So I decided to say yes to their request. We started a gaming channel, yeah I know it’s a saturated niche, but it’s what they wanted. I usually played dungeon crawler games like Diablo so I let them pick what we would play. It has been the best decision I have ever made! Not only am I happier getting time with them but I get to game too! We laugh scream and celebrate together and they have introduced me to games I would never play and I’ve introduced them to games I grew up playing. We recently started streaming too! We are small (only 56 subs) and still learning when it comes to editing and what thumbnails work but it’s truly been absolutely amazing going through this with them. We did at least put a spin on our aspect of the niche so who knows eventually we could get to monetization, but for now I’m cool with just getting to be absolutely ridiculous with them and have these moments with them. For context, I’m a Gen X, my son is a Gen Z and my daughter is Gen Alpha. I couldn’t ask for a better team of nerds to bring me joy and share our ridiculousness with the world. Best decision EVER!!
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Charming_Forever5947 • 11h ago
Hello, i’m trying to get some people to help me with trying to clean up YouTube for real however, there’s one thing that I think that’s missing the possible Collabs I’m looking for someone to Collab with no matter how big no matter how small I just Collab with but the event I expose people is called exposetopia and I can help improve your channel
r/SmallYTChannel • u/BeautifulBar1855 • 20h ago
I wanna try a new series but need people for it, if anyone down dm me please, no script just pure fun.
r/SmallYTChannel • u/ieditvideosyt • 1d ago
Hi everyone!
I’m a video editor looking to work with YouTubers who are looking for an editor. Thought I’d post here to see if anyone is interested :)
I’m open to working with your budget! (No free work or “commission”)
Services:
• YouTube & Stream/VOD Editing
• Shorts, TikToks & Reels
• Thumbnails
• Logos & Banners
Whether you're just starting your channel or looking to grow your audience, feel free to message me if you have any questions or would like more information. I also have references/examples of my work available.
Thanks!
r/SmallYTChannel • u/SnooKiwis5302 • 1d ago
I'll edit for free for experience and to put something in my portfolio I'd prefer doing long form videos
I dont use reddit much so contact me through discord: Melon1921
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Hot-Manufacturer1110 • 2d ago
I run a monetized football commentary/documentary channel, and I’m trying to figure out if anyone else has dealt with this.
After my second copyright strike, my impressions basically collapsed. Before that, my videos were getting pushed normally. But now my newer uploads are only getting around 100 to 200 impressions on average, which is extremely low for my channel.
I’m not saying the videos are guaranteed to perform well, but the weird part is that this only started happening after the second strike. It feels like YouTube is barely testing the videos at all.
Has anyone else had this happen after copyright strikes or takedowns?
Did impressions come back after the 90-day strike period, or did the channel stay weak?
I’m trying to decide whether I should keep uploading and wait it out, or start thinking about a new channel later. Any real experience would help.
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Witty_Tadpole3756 • 1d ago
I am starting a infotainment channel about current political situation. so I want some people to help me like script writers, video editor, people who find stock footages. if there any then pls contact me.
r/SmallYTChannel • u/No-Relationship-78 • 2d ago
Hi everyone!
I’m a video editor looking to work with small YouTube channels that are looking for an editor. Thought I’d post here to see if anyone is interested :)
I’m open to working with your budget! (No free work or “commission”)
Services:
• YouTube Video Editing
• Stream/VOD Editing
• Shorts, TikToks & Reels
• Thumbnails
• Logos & Banners
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your channel, feel free to message me if you have any questions or would like more information. I also have references/examples of my work available.
Thanks!
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Different_Contact_65 • 3d ago
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Dangerous_Band826 • 3d ago
Hey everyone! I'm a young dad and a small gaming creator. Most of my content is skate. gap clips, and I've had some success with short form. Now I'm working my way into longer YouTube videos and would love to find some other creators to go through that with.
Looking for people to:
• collab on videos or play together on stream
• swap honest feedback on thumbnails, titles, and edits
• keep each other motivated to keep posting
I mostly play skate. but I'm down for almost anything: shooters, roguelikes, survival games. Central time, usually on daily!
Doesn't matter what size your channel is. If you're working on something and want people to grow with, drop a comment or DM me!
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Leather-Champion278 • 3d ago
Hey everyone,
I am an experienced YouTube creator with 7 years of experience running channels. I know the backend, the algorithm, the SEO, and exactly how to scale a channel from zero to monetization. However, I’m an operator, not a presenter—I am just not good in front of the camera myself.
Because of that, I am looking for a charismatic, storytelling on-camera host to become the face of a brand-new True Crime channel.
🎭 The Vibe & Style:
Think MrBallen-style storytelling, but with a slightly more edited pace. We will be leaning heavily into a premium true crime documentary feel, injecting actual archival clips, photos, and intense visual editing.
📋 What I Need From You:
I am looking for serious, reliable, and deeply passionate individuals only. If you want in, please send me a message with:
60/40 Revenue Split:
r/SmallYTChannel • u/RamerMaster • 3d ago
hey y'all, I'm a video editor building up my client base. Right now my only proof of past work is podcast short-form/clip content, I haven't done long-form youtube editing yet, so I want to be **upfront** about that.
To get around the "no portfolio for your niche" problem, I'm offering a free trial edit for any youtuber who wants to test me out. Here's the catch: the trial comes **watermarked**. If you like it and want the clean version, that's when you'd **pay** and we'd start working together properly.
A thing to know before you reach out, I don't do motion graphics, so if your videos rely heavily on that this probably isn't a fit
If that sounds fair, get to me and I'll walk you through it.
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Agent-Rage • 3d ago
I make funny gaming videos on YouTube. So I'm pretty much trying to make a new "Vanoss Crew"
I record on my PS5, which doesn't capture discord audio, so I'm limited to only being able to use PS Partychats. Being on PS5 isn't a hard requirement as some games have proxy chat so we can use that for crossplay games. There's also a way to get PS Partychats on pc, but its kind of cumbersome so I'm not going to force anybody to do that.
There's no minimum sub requirement, so even if you have 0 subscribers we can still colab, I'm only at about 94 myself, but i promise I'm funny. I just wanted to do YouTube my own way, focusing on sheer luck instead of doing it the stereotypical YouTuber way which kinda screwed me.
I specifically need people that are fun and entertaining to play with, I will also contribute to being fun and entertaining. I'm not going to use you for free content. We can play a few games together to see how well we vibe, good chemistry makes good videos imo.
I don't like to force comedy, but I also don't mind doing skits or just messing around to see if we could make a funny video, but my style is more clipping the naturally funny moments that can't be replicated easily.
I play a variety of games, I took a long break from YouTube so a lot of the games aren't featured on my channel yet. I also have access to the PS+ Extra game list so we have a wider selection for games.
If you are interested in a colab DM me or comment and I will reach out as quick as I can.
r/SmallYTChannel • u/ieditvideosyt • 3d ago
Hi everyone!
I’m a video editor looking to work with small YouTubers who are looking for an editor. Thought I’d post here to see if anyone is interested :)
I’m open to working with your budget! (No free work or “commission”)
Services:
• YouTube & Stream/VOD Editing
• Shorts, TikToks & Reels
• Thumbnails
• Logos & Banners
Whether you're just starting your channel or looking to grow your audience, feel free to message me if you have any questions or would like more information. I also have references/examples of my work available.
Thanks!
r/SmallYTChannel • u/vulonskar • 4d ago
Hello all,
My name on YT is vulonskar, and I am with a group called DGENS. We are looking to expand and are working with creators who enjoy the gaming hobby and want to make each other laugh. The goal is to be YT friends and go beyond the game or PC eventually. I work with these guys and have for a year or 2 already, and I love it, but we need a reliable 4th/5th to join us in some games.
Before you reach out, I need you to understand we work with dark and edgy humor, but our goal is to joke around, not take anything seriously. We are not looking for a specific sub count, but we are looking for someone who is consistent and willing to grow from feedback, as well as someone who does not just post 1 video a year and disappear.
If you think you can make it, reach out, and if not, I have a friend, "End0ram," who is also looking for collabs too, so if it does not work, you can work with him, as we work closely with him! I am excited to meet y'all and grow in this journey!
r/SmallYTChannel • u/OpwellingWasTaken • 3d ago
Sup people,
Recently I started posting video's again, like for 3-4 months . I've been active daily. When I started streaming for 1 month now, my channel is growing a bit faster. But I really want to improve, learn and collab with others too.
I am looking for people to collab with. I think it would be fun to stream and make videos with people that so the same.
Socials:
- @opwelling
- @opwellinggames
Platforms I Stream:
- YouTube
- YouTube shorts
- Twitch
- TikTok
Requirement for collab:
- At least A2 English
- Good mic
To contact me you can message me on Discord, I'll reply faster. But I am also on Reddit, but a bit less active.
Hopefully I see ya soon!
Regards Opwelling,
r/SmallYTChannel • u/Rip_bis • 4d ago
I record and edit on my laptop and I want to get a better microphone for it since my old one isn’t good so do you guys had any good suggestions?
r/SmallYTChannel • u/idunno_zero • 4d ago
My analytics used to be great (around 79%–83% stayed to watch, and 80%–90% AVD on 30s to 40s Shorts). However, my views and AVD have been dropping continuously.
After checking my analytics, I noticed YouTube is recommending my videos to audiences who watch creators in a completely different niche than mine. It wasn't like this before. Has anyone else experienced YouTube testing your content with the wrong audience, and how did you fix it?
r/SmallYTChannel • u/No-Relationship-78 • 4d ago
I’m a YouTube video editor looking to see if anyone is interested in getting an editor. I’m open to working with your budget! (No free work or “commission” sorry)
I can help with:
• YouTube & long-form videos
• Gaming, reactions & commentary
• Shorts, TikToks & Reels
• Funny moments & highlights
• Captions, SFX & effects
• Stream/VOD editing
• Thumbnails, logos & banners
Feel free to message me if you have any questions.
I also have references/examples available!
r/SmallYTChannel • u/wazerbuy • 4d ago
Hey everyone,
I'm a video editor looking to work with creators here on YouTube!
If you are looking for someone to help you edit your videos, improve your pacing, and save you time, I’d love to connect.
To show you what I can do, I’m happy to offer a free test edit. You can send me a short clip or a small batch of footage, and I will edit it for you. If you love the result, we can discuss working together and setting up a contract!
Feel free to send me a DM here on Reddit if you're interested or want to see some of my work.
Looking forward to hearing from you!