Score your video title out of 100. Get detailed analysis on length, power words, numbers, emotional appeal, and specific improvement suggestions.
Our analyzer checks multiple factors that impact CTR and SEO.
Understanding the grading system and what each score means.
Quick wins to boost your title's effectiveness.
Paste your video title exactly as you plan to use it. Our analyzer works with titles up to 100 characters.
Receive an instant score out of 100 with a letter grade. See detailed breakdowns for each factor.
Follow specific improvement suggestions to boost your score and maximize click-through rate.
Aim for a score of 80 or higher (Grade A or high B). Scores above 90 are excellent and indicate a well-optimized title. However, remember that the score is a guide - sometimes a creative title that "breaks rules" can still perform well if it resonates with your audience.
No. A 100 score is achievable but not required for success. Some highly effective titles deliberately break conventions. Focus on improvement rather than perfection. A score of 85 with a title that feels natural is often better than a forced 100-score title.
Our analyzer uses data-driven best practices from successful YouTube titles. However, performance varies by niche and audience. Use the score as a helpful guide, but always consider what works for your specific audience. Test different approaches and track your CTR in YouTube Analytics.
Title length matters because of mobile truncation. Over 70% of YouTube views are on mobile devices, where titles get cut off after ~50 characters. If your key hook is at the end of a long title, mobile viewers never see it. Front-loading important words within 50 characters ensures everyone sees your best content.
Yes, studies show power words can increase CTR by 10-30%. Words like "Secret," "Ultimate," "Proven," and "Essential" trigger emotional responses that drive clicks. However, overusing them or using them inappropriately can feel spammy. Use 1-2 power words per title for best results.
Not every title needs a number, but numbers consistently improve performance. Listicles ("7 Tips..."), years ("2024 Guide"), and specific results ("$10K in 30 Days") all work well. If your video doesn't fit a numbered format naturally, don't force it - but consider if there's a way to incorporate one.
This score predicts title potential, but actual CTR depends on many factors: your thumbnail, audience, topic, competition, and timing. A high-scoring title paired with a weak thumbnail will underperform. Use this tool alongside our Thumbnail Analyzer for complete optimization.
Absolutely! That's the best way to use this tool. Analyze several title variations for the same video and compare scores. Pick the highest-scoring option, or use insights from multiple analyses to craft an even better title. A/B testing titles is a proven optimization strategy.
Trust your instincts! The analyzer provides guidelines, not rules. Some unconventional titles resonate deeply with specific audiences. If you believe in your title, test it and track performance. You can always update the title later if CTR is low. Use the suggestions to understand what you're trading off.
Excessive capitalization (ALL CAPS) is penalized as it appears spammy. Title Case or Sentence case is preferred. Strategic capitalization of 1-2 key words (like "BEST" or "NEW") for emphasis is acceptable and won't hurt your score significantly.
Update titles when a video underperforms or when you have new optimization insights. Wait at least 1-2 weeks after publishing before changing to gather meaningful data. Frequent changes can confuse the algorithm. When you do update, use this analyzer to ensure the new title scores higher.
Yes, brackets and parentheses can boost CTR by 5-10%. They're great for adding context: "[2024]", "(Tutorial)", "[FREE]". They create visual breaks that catch the eye and set expectations. Use them to add year, format, or value indicators without cluttering your main title.
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