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Free YouTube Analytics Tools Compared: What You Get Without Paying
A comparison of free YouTube analytics options: YouTube Studio, SocialBlade, vidIQ free tier, and PJQ Watchtower. What each tool offers.
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Most YouTube analytics tools require paid subscriptions. YouTube Studio is free but limited to your own channel. SocialBlade offers basic rankings. vidIQ free tier gives keyword suggestions. PJQ Watchtower stands out: it provides real YouTube API data — views, likes, and comments of trending videos across 111 countries and 15 categories. No account required. Free, interactive, and updated hourly.