{"id":12016,"date":"2025-03-13T09:39:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T16:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/?p=12016"},"modified":"2025-12-30T09:09:24","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T16:09:24","slug":"three-minute-youtube-shorts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/blog\/three-minute-youtube-shorts\/","title":{"rendered":"Who Likes Short Shorts? Three Minute YouTube Shorts Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n.entry-content {\nmargin-top: -3em !important;\n}\n\/* Hide built in feature image *\/\n.post-tb-main__image {\ndisplay: none !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"\ud83d\udea8Big YouTube Shorts Update You Must Know!\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2wOUpYXNtnc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<script src=\"https:\/\/apis.google.com\/js\/platform.js\"><\/script>\n\n<div class=\"g-ytsubscribe\" data-channelid=\"UCo33niDKpTpgwZ_dohqvylg\" data-layout=\"full\" data-count=\"default\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>YouTube Shorts<\/strong> have quickly become one of the most popular ways to create and consume content, offering bite-sized videos that capture attention instantly. Now, YouTube is giving creators even more room to showcase their creativity with the introduction of <strong>three-minute YouTube Shorts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This new format opens up exciting possibilities, allowing you to dive deeper into your content while still keeping things concise and engaging. Whether you&#8217;re telling a story, sharing a tutorial, or simply having fun, three-minute <strong>YouTube Shorts <\/strong>offer more flexibility to connect with your audience.<br>In this guide, we\u2019ll explore why this change matters, how it can boost your channel, and the best ways to make the most of <strong>YouTube short-form videos<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"blog-cta-global\">\n    <div><\/div>\n    <article>\n        <header>\n<!--DONT EDIT THIS IMAMGE-->\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/tubebuddy_by_BENlabs_logo_on_dark_bg.svg\" \/>\n        <\/header>\n        \n<!--EDIT INFO FROM HERE DOWN-->\n        \n        \n<!--HEADER-->\n        <h3>\n            Get an unfair advantage on YouTube\n        <\/h3>\n        \n        \n<!--DESCRIPTION-->\n        <p>\n            Give your YouTube channel the upper hand and easily optimize for more views, more subs, and more of every metric that matters.\n        <\/p>\n        \n<!--CTA LINK &amp; TEXT-->\n        <section>\n            \n    <!--LINK-->\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/pricing?utm_source=site&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog-cta&amp;utm_id=standard-cta\">\n                \n    <!--TEXT-->\n                get started\n            <\/a>\n        <\/section>\n        \n<!--BOTTOM IMAGE (REMOVE SRC IF NONE)-->\n  \n     <img \/> \n   \n        \n    <\/article>\n<\/section>\t\t<style>.blog-cta-global{\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: 800px!important;\n    border-radius: 12px;\n    box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 0px 4px 12px;\n    background-image: url('https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/bg_triangle_green_light_gray-1.png');\n    position: relative;\n    background-size: 300px;\n    background-repeat: repeat;\n    caret-color: transparent;\n}\n\n.blog-cta-global div{\n    position: absolute;\n    height: 100%;\n    width: 100%;\n    background: red;\n    border-radius: 12px;\n    background: linear-gradient(#fafaff, rgba(250,250,255,0.80));\n    z-index: 2;\n}\n.blog-cta-global article{\n  position: relative;\n  z-index: 3;\n  padding-bottom: 5%;\n}\n.blog-cta-global header{\n    background: #0c1942;\n    display: flex;\n    justify-content: center;\n    border-top-left-radius: 12px;\n    border-top-right-radius: 12px;\n    padding: 10px;\n}\n.blog-cta-global header img{\n    width: 180px!important;\n}\n.blog-cta-global article h3{\n    margin: auto;\n    text-align: center;\n    width: 85%;\n    font-size: 40px;\n    padding: 20px;\n}\n.blog-cta-global article p{\n    margin: auto;\n    text-align: center;\n    width: 85%;\n    font-size: 25px;\n    padding-bottom: 20px;\n}\n\n.blog-cta-global article a{\n    padding: 15px 30px;\n    background: #4BEAD7;\n    color: black;\n    margin: auto;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    border-radius: 100px;\n}\n\n.blog-cta-global article section{\n    display: flex;\n    justify-content: center;\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\n}    \n.blog-cta-global article img{\n    width: 80%;\n    display: flex;\n    margin: auto;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 475px)  {\n    .blog-cta-global article h3{\n        font-size: 30px;\n        width: 100%;\n    }\n    .blog-cta-global article p{\n        font-size: 20px;\n    }\n}<\/style>\n\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-new-with-three-minute-youtube-shorts\">What\u2019s New with Three-Minute YouTube Shorts?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest change here is the video length\u2014<strong>YouTube Shorts<\/strong> can now be up to three minutes long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But it\u2019s not just about the length; format plays a crucial role in what qualifies as a <strong>YouTube short-form video<\/strong>. Any vertical (portrait) video under three minutes can now be classified as a <strong>YouTube Short<\/strong>, while horizontal (landscape) videos will still be considered standard <strong>YouTube<\/strong> videos, regardless of length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This update doesn\u2019t affect past content. Any vertical videos that are between 60 seconds and three minutes long will remain as long-form videos unless they are re-uploaded as <strong>YouTube Shorts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The response from the community has been mixed. Some creators are excited about the opportunity for longer storytelling, while others are uncertain about how this will affect their discoverability and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/blog\/youtube-monetization-requirements\/\">monetization<\/a> strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are <strong>three-minute YouTube Shorts<\/strong> a good thing? It all depends on how you look at it\u2014whether you see the extra time as a chance to get creative or a shift that could change the game for discoverability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-three-minute-youtube-shorts-impact-music-usage\">How Three Minute YouTube Shorts Impact Music Usage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The introduction of the up to<strong> three minute YouTube Shorts<\/strong> has a knock-on effect when it comes to music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Shorts videos up to 60 seconds long, the same music usage rules apply; creators can use popular songs from the Shorts audio library in their videos. However, for<strong> YouTube Shorts<\/strong> over 60 seconds, using popular songs is not an option and if you choose to include copyright audio, your video will not be recommended, and it won&#8217;t be eligible for monetization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creators can still grab royalty-free music from YouTube&#8217;s audio library and use it in their up to three minute YouTube Shorts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To access YouTube&#8217;s royalty-free audio library, just go to the <strong>Audio library<\/strong> section in YouTube Studio. which can be accessed in the YouTube Studio under the audio library section. You won&#8217;t find the latest trending commercial music but you will find a bunch of great options.<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/firebasestorage.googleapis.com\/v0\/b\/videotoblog-35c6e.appspot.com\/o\/%2Fusers%2FnVoWbGs1aKS92zPs8zdCNryep1b2%2Fblogs%2FKmQibl7ku1j4TI2Fk0Ia%2Fscreenshots%2F806b8c2e-18ff-4fa0-a0d3-392b76870c71.webp?alt=media&amp;token=bf3b0717-c223-40f3-8dc2-f40ee584cc8f\" alt=\"Important Music Usage Rules\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-three-minute-youtube-shorts-impact-on-search-and-discoverability\">Three Minute YouTube Shorts: Impact on Search and Discoverability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the major concerns among creators is how this update will affect their ability to be discovered. YouTube has stated that the Shorts discovery system will remain unchanged. Longer Shorts will still appear in the home feed, watch next suggestions, and the Shorts tab. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, there isn&#8217;t a distinct advantage <em>or<\/em> a distinct disadvantage to making longer Shorts; audience engagement will ultimately determine Shorts performance, regardless of video length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether up to <strong>three minute YouTube Shorts<\/strong> are \ud83d\udc4d or \ud83d\udc4e depends on your perspective:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-glass-half-full\">Glass Half Full \ud83e\udd43<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the new <strong>three minute YouTube Shorts<\/strong> limit, creators have more room to tell engaging stories. This could be just what long form YouTube creators may have struggled to make sense of the sub-60-second YouTube Shorts format need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Better content generally leads to more views and discoverability, allowing creators to connect with their audience on a deeper level. The option to slow it down a bit could help YouTube Shorts feel less frenetic and less like a desperate attempt to get attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-glass-half-empty\">Glass Half Empty \ud83e\udd43<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By tripling the upper limit for YouTube Shorts, viewers could conceivably watch three times fewer videos which would harm discovery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, longer form Shorts will be competing for attention with the often in-your-face style of sub 60-second YouTube Shorts that act on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/ca\/blog\/where-addiction-meets-your-brain\/201404\/your-lizard-brain\" rel=\"nofollow\">lizard brains<\/a> to keep viewers swiping. In this case, longer form Shorts could have a significant disadvantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/firebasestorage.googleapis.com\/v0\/b\/videotoblog-35c6e.appspot.com\/o\/%2Fusers%2FnVoWbGs1aKS92zPs8zdCNryep1b2%2Fblogs%2FKmQibl7ku1j4TI2Fk0Ia%2Fscreenshots%2F20aec382-d5f4-45f9-8398-2bf99861d3ba.webp?alt=media&amp;token=ae2596a4-8d49-4d3d-88e5-6999ec566cf7\" alt=\"How This Affects Search &amp; Discovery\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-three-minute-youtube-shorts-and-monetization\">Three Minute YouTube Shorts and Monetization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It might be reasonable to expect changes to YouTube Shorts monetization to accompany such a big change. Given <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/blog\/youtube-shorts-pay-1000000-views\/\">how little YouTube Shorts pay<\/a>, we were hopeful. However, nothing has changed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The monetization structure for Shorts remains effectivel the same. Longer Shorts will earn the same ad revenue as their shorter counterparts. In other words, a three minute YouTube Short will pay creators the same as an under 60 second Short with the same number of views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, the big advantage of the new three minute YouTube Shorts limit minute limit is that creators have the freedom to create the kind of content they want to create without feeling rushed. But creators who make longer YouTube Shorts are still competing with more &#8220;bite-sized&#8221; content on the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, using Shorts to push viewers to your long form videos is probably still <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/blog\/youtube-shorts-strategy-small-channels\/\">the best YouTube Shorts strategy<\/a> for most creators. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-creating-engaging-three-minute-shorts\">Tips for Creating Engaging Three-Minute Shorts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new<strong> three-minute YouTube Shorts <\/strong>format gives you more time to engage your audience and create compelling content. Here are some <strong>YouTube Shorts tips <\/strong>to help you make the most of it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Tell a Complete Story<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the extra time to craft a complete narrative. Whether it&#8217;s a tutorial or a quick skit, you can now fully develop your content and provide a satisfying ending that keeps viewers engaged and helps your channel <strong>grow with YouTube Shorts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Build Suspense or Anticipation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Take advantage of the longer format to create suspense. Tease your audience in the beginning, and build anticipation to keep them hooked until the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Prioritize Quality Content<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Focus on delivering value rather than just filling time. Each second should offer something meaningful, whether it&#8217;s educational or entertaining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Show Your Personality<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the additional time to connect with your audience. Share personal stories or just be yourself. Authenticity helps build a stronger connection with viewers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tubebuddy-tools-to-optimize-your-youtube-shorts\">TubeBuddy Tools to Optimize Your YouTube Shorts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to make the most of your YouTube Shorts, TubeBuddy has the perfect tools to help you improve visibility, boost engagement, and streamline your workflow. Here\u2019s how you can use TubeBuddy to optimize your Shorts and get the best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suggested Shorts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>TubeBuddy\u2019s AI-powered recommendations tool makes it easy to identify the most engaging parts of your long-form videos and repurpose them as YouTube Shorts. It analyzes your content and helps you pinpoint which segments will work best in a shorter format. This way, you can quickly create engaging, attention-grabbing Shorts without spending extra time brainstorming new ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SEO Studio<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>With SEO Studio, TubeBuddy helps you optimize your Shorts for maximum discoverability. The tool assists you in finding relevant keywords to include in your Shorts&#8217; titles, descriptions, and tags, improving their chances of being found. It also offers suggestions on how to fine-tune these elements, ensuring your Shorts are primed for better performance in search results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Helpful Tools<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>TubeBuddy offers even more tools to take your YouTube Shorts to the next level. Video + Thumbnail helps you create standout thumbnails that grab viewers&#8217; attention, while Batch Processing lets you save time by bulk editing titles, descriptions, and tags across multiple videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>three minute YouTube Shorts<\/strong> update opens up new possibilities for creators without drastically altering the existing landscape. While music usage rules have tightened and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/blog\/youtube-shorts-monetization\/\">YouTube Shorts monetization<\/a> would benefit from a little attention, the ability to create longer, more engaging content could lead to better viewer engagement and discoverability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately while YouTube is the platform, it&#8217;s the creators and viewers who will decide whether longer YouTube Shorts are worth their time and attention.<\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"blog-cta-global\">\n    <div><\/div>\n    <article>\n        <header>\n<!--DONT EDIT THIS IMAMGE-->\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/tubebuddy_by_BENlabs_logo_on_dark_bg.svg\" \/>\n        <\/header>\n        \n<!--EDIT INFO FROM HERE DOWN-->\n        \n        \n<!--HEADER-->\n        <h3>\n            Get an unfair advantage on YouTube\n        <\/h3>\n        \n        \n<!--DESCRIPTION-->\n        <p>\n            Give your YouTube channel the upper hand and easily optimize for more views, more subs, and more of every metric that matters.\n        <\/p>\n        \n<!--CTA LINK &amp; TEXT-->\n        <section>\n            \n    <!--LINK-->\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tubebuddy.com\/pricing?utm_source=site&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog-cta&amp;utm_id=standard-cta\">\n                \n    <!--TEXT-->\n                get started\n            <\/a>\n        <\/section>\n        \n<!--BOTTOM IMAGE (REMOVE SRC IF NONE)-->\n  \n     <img \/> \n   \n        \n    <\/article>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"faqSection\" style=\"margin-top: 60px\">\r\n <h4>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4>\r\n  <article class=\"QuestionContainer notActive \">\r\n   <div> \r\n     <h5>What is the maximum length for YouTube Shorts?<\/h5>\r\n     <div class=\"whiteBtn dropDownBtn\"><\/div>\r\n   <\/div>\r\n   <p class=\"hideText\">YouTube Shorts can now be up to 3 minutes long, giving you more time to connect with your audience.<\/p>\r\n  <\/article>\r\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"faqSection\">\r\n<article class=\"QuestionContainer notActive \">\r\n   <div> \r\n     <h5>How can three-minute Shorts help my channel grow?<\/h5>\r\n     <div class=\"whiteBtn dropDownBtn\"><\/div>\r\n   <\/div>\r\n   <p class=\"hideText\">With extra time, you can offer more value, keep viewers engaged, and boost your YouTube engagement, helping your channel grow.<\/p>\r\n  <\/article>\r\n  <\/section>\n\n<section id=\"faqSection\">\r\n<article class=\"QuestionContainer notActive \">\r\n   <div> \r\n     <h5>How do I use TubeBuddy tools to optimize my Shorts?<\/h5>\r\n     <div class=\"whiteBtn dropDownBtn\"><\/div>\r\n   <\/div>\r\n   <p class=\"hideText\">Use TubeBuddy\u2019s Keyword Explorer to find trending topics, and optimize your titles, descriptions, tags, and thumbnails to increase visibility.<\/p>\r\n  <\/article>\r\n  <\/section>\n\n<section id=\"faqSection\">\r\n<article class=\"QuestionContainer notActive \">\r\n   <div> \r\n     <h5>Are three-minute Shorts better for storytelling?<\/h5>\r\n     <div class=\"whiteBtn dropDownBtn\"><\/div>\r\n   <\/div>\r\n   <p class=\"hideText\">Yes! The added time helps you build a fuller story, keeping your audience engaged with a complete narrative.<\/p>\r\n  <\/article>\r\n  <\/section>\n\n<section id=\"faqSection\">\r\n<article class=\"QuestionContainer notActive \">\r\n   <div> \r\n     <h5>What topics work best for longer YouTube Shorts?<\/h5>\r\n     <div class=\"whiteBtn dropDownBtn\"><\/div>\r\n   <\/div>\r\n   <p class=\"hideText\">Longer YouTube Shorts work well for tutorials, behind-the-scenes, or storytelling, as they allow you to explain more clearly.<\/p>\r\n  <\/article>\r\n  <\/section>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-big-youtube-shorts-update-you-must-know-video-transcript\">\ud83d\udea8Big YouTube Shorts Update You Must Know! &#8211; Video Transcript<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=undefined&amp;t=0s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">00:00<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>okay so big update starting October 15th you can now upload YouTube shorts as long as as long as 3 minutes now just to be clear vertical videos uploaded between 60 and 3 minutes before this date will remain long form videos and any horizontal video regardless of its length won&#8217;t be affected by this update and will stay as a standard YouTube video now I asked you all how you felt about this and there was a very very mixed response not everybody&#8217;s happy but how will this affect your ability to be discovered How would this affect music<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=undefined&amp;t=31s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">00:31<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>and how will this affect monetization all right let&#8217;s start with music usage so for shorts up to 60 seconds nothing changes you can still use any popular song from the shorts audio library but for shorts over 60 seconds using these popular songs it&#8217;s not an option if you do then the video will not be playable or recommended on YouTube it will not be eligible for monetization but you can use any song from YouTube&#8217;s audio library you find that by going to YouTube studio and navigating to the audio library section in the left- hand<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=undefined&amp;t=61s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">01:01<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sidebar from there you can browse through a wide range of royaltyfree music that is safe to use in your content without worrying about copyright restrictions and all those other royaltyfree music sites are also fine now let&#8217;s talk about search and Discovery let&#8217;s talk about how this is going to affect your ability to get found and discovered on YouTube well YouTube says that the shorts Discovery system isn&#8217;t changing your longer shorts will still pop up across home watch next in the shorts tab just like before so<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=undefined&amp;t=89s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">01:29<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>there&#8217;s not necessarily an advantage of making longer shorts but think about this update as giving you the breathing room to tell the stories that you want to tell and if the video is better then the video is going to perform better and therefore you&#8217;re going to get more views and more discoverability because of that but inherently just because they&#8217;re 3 minutes now doesn&#8217;t change anything let&#8217;s talk about monetization because that&#8217;s something you might expect it to be really different but it&#8217;s not longer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=undefined&amp;t=114s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">01:54<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>shorts will earn the same ad Revenue as shorter shorts that sounds crazy you still earn based on shorts views not watch time so a three minute short with 2 minutes of watch time won&#8217;t earn you more than a 60-second short with a same amount of views the only thing really changing here is your ability to have more breathing room to tell bigger and better stories and not being cut off that&#8217;s all that&#8217;s changing the discoverability is not really changing the monetization is not really changing the music is<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=undefined&amp;t=141s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">02:21<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>changing just a little bit all right now let me know what you think about this update in the comments below is it good news is it bad news do do you just not care and if you want to hear about this new update the Youtube CEO just announced for smaller channels go ahead and watch this video right here I&#8217;ll see you over there I enjoyed hanging out with you and keep creating<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>YouTube Shorts have quickly become one of the most popular ways to create and consume content, offering bite-sized videos that capture attention instantly. Now, YouTube is giving creators even more room to showcase their creativity with the introduction of three-minute YouTube Shorts. This new format opens up exciting possibilities, allowing you to dive deeper into your content while still keeping things concise and engaging. Whether you&#8217;re telling a story, sharing a tutorial, or simply having fun, three-minute YouTube Shorts offer more flexibility to connect with your audience.In this guide, we\u2019ll explore why this change matters, how it can boost your channel, and the best ways to make the most of YouTube short-form videos. What\u2019s New with Three-Minute YouTube Shorts? The biggest change here is the video length\u2014YouTube Shorts can now be up to three minutes long. But it\u2019s not just about the length; format plays a crucial role in what qualifies as a YouTube short-form video. 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