Linus Sebastian, the founder of the Linus Tech Tips YouTube channel, has spoken out about its recent decline in viewership, describing it as a "very dramatic shift.

A lot of Youtube channels are reporting declining viewership lately.

EX1: https://youtube.com/watch?v=cpVnx4_yqTo
EX2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yF0tmhEtVJE

Fun times. Looks like a lot of channels are seeing a decline not just Linus. Hes just the latest to talk about it.

Then I saw this article as well and thought I would share.

Anyone here youtube creators? Are you seeing the same thing, a general downturn in viewership?

  • Engywook@lemmy.zipEnglish
    18·
    2 days ago

    I prefer to read books. Thanks. By the way, the fact that you need adblocker an sponsorblock to enjoy a few videos speaks volumes.

    • boonhet@sopuli.xyzEnglish
      3·
      2 days ago

      You also need to buy books, or borrow them from someone else who did. YouTube videos are free usually.

      • Engywook@lemmy.zipEnglish
        12·
        2 days ago

        There’s nothing free in this world. You’re paying with your attention and at least metadata, independently on how many blockers you may use.

        • boonhet@sopuli.xyzEnglish
          4·
          2 days ago

          Yes exactly. They provide a service, you pay for it by watching ads and facilitating personalised advertising.

          In comparison, some of the books I’ve bought have cost more per book than a month of YouTube premium, so the value isn’t THAT bad on YouTube.