{"id":192573,"date":"2026-02-13T20:49:57","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T19:49:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/?p=192573"},"modified":"2026-02-13T20:49:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T19:49:59","slug":"youtube-hype","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/youtube-hype\/","title":{"rendered":"YouTube Hype Explained: What It Is And How to Earn More YouTube Hype Points"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ever felt like your favorite small YouTube channel deserves way <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/how-to-get-more-views-subscribers-youtube\/\">more viewers<\/a>? Or perhaps you are a creator struggling to break through the tough competition in your niche?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If yes, there&#8217;s good news for you. YouTube recently introduced a new feature called Hype. It\u2019s a fan-powered turbo boost designed specifically to help emerging creators get noticed. The new feature pushes your videos onto special, country-specific leaderboards, right where new audiences look for fresh content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog, we\u2019ll break down exactly how Hype works, why it matters, <strong>and how you can use it to your advantage.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In this article, we\u2019ll cover<\/strong>&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list no-clenos custom-tlist\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6c3660621da2cea79a05168792cd473a\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"#title_0\">What Are YouTube Hype Points &amp; Why They Matter for Growth<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-79f595c222f742d9edd162cc5b9c6a7b\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"#title_1\">Who Can Use the YouTube Hype Feature? (Eligibility Explained Simply)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5f9ddbad3202f1c5615b7806b116f89c\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"#title_2\">YouTube Hype: How Viewers Use It to Support Creators<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e5ed7dc624a782c537f802d99708c833\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"#title_3\">How to Hype a YouTube Video Step-by-Step<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c660881edc8be781746edc40b8494228\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"#title_4\">YouTube Hype Leaderboard Explained: How Rankings Really Work<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e64b951507df2c2221d17122e453ceb7\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"#title_5\">Top Benefits of the YouTube Hype Feature for Creators<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3248fd7bd065a682c367145f7ca0ea67\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"#title_6\">5 Proven Tips to Get More Hypes on Your YouTube Videos<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-061af6d56d153c41a7c728d321f8fcfa\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"#title_7\">YouTube Hype Features 2026: New Updates &amp; What\u2019s Coming Next<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What are Hype Points On YouTube?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1030\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-1030x670.png\" alt=\"Image explaining what Hype Points are on YouTube. The illustration shows the YouTube Hype feature on mobile phones with a \u201cHype this video\u201d button and point count. It shows how viewers can give Hype Points to support videos and help creators get more reach.\" class=\"wp-image-193173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-1030x670.png 1030w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-768x499.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-1536x998.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-2048x1331.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-1500x975.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-705x458.png 705w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-450x293.png 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/what-are-youtube-hype-points-600x390.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube Hype Points are a<strong> new feature<\/strong> made to help smaller channels get noticed faster. If a creator has between 500 and 500,000 subscribers, their new videos can be \u201chyped\u201d by viewers. <strong>Each hype acts like a boost or a vote<\/strong> that pushes the video higher on a special discovery page. The more hype a video gets, the more people can find it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eligibility Criteria for Creators: Who Can Use the YouTube Hype Feature?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1030\" height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-feature-eligibility-criteria-for-creator-1030x519.jpeg\" alt=\"Illustration explaining eligibility criteria for creators who can use the YouTube Hype feature. The image shows creator profiles being reviewed, with approved and rejected stamps, to explain how YouTube selects eligible channels based on requirements for using the Hype feature.\" class=\"wp-image-193186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-feature-eligibility-criteria-for-creator-1030x519.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-feature-eligibility-criteria-for-creator-300x151.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-feature-eligibility-criteria-for-creator-768x387.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-feature-eligibility-criteria-for-creator-705x355.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-feature-eligibility-criteria-for-creator-450x227.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-feature-eligibility-criteria-for-creator-600x302.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-feature-eligibility-criteria-for-creator.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube Hype tool is actually meant for upcoming creators. Here is the <strong>simple checklist <\/strong>to see if you have access:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You must have between 500 and 500,000 subscribers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You need to be in the YouTube Partner Program (YPP).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hype feature YouTube is only for fresh content. Fans can only Hype videos published in the last 7 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This feature does not work on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/how-to-create-youtube-shorts-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">YouTube Shorts<\/a>. It is strictly for your main long-form videos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Hype button shows only on eligible videos. If the button isn\u2019t there, the video doesn\u2019t qualify.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If your content is set as &#8216;Made for Kids&#8217;, Hype is disabled.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Videos with active <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/youtube-copyright-strike-vs-copyright-claim\/\">copyright claims, strikes<\/a>, or age restrictions are disqualified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The feature may not be available in every country yet, so the release date and rollout can differ by region. As of now, it\u2019s available in many countries Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, India, US, UK, and so on. <a href=\"#faq-hype-countries\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#faq-hype-countries\">Check out the full list here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"945\" height=\"1030\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600-945x1030.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot showing the option to Hype a YouTube video. The image displays the YouTube video player with the Hype button visible, showing Hype Points count and access to the Hype leaderboard for viewer engagement.\" class=\"wp-image-193190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600-945x1030.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600-275x300.jpg 275w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600-768x837.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600-647x705.jpg 647w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600-450x490.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600-300x327.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600-600x654.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/option-to-hype-a-youtube-video-screenshot-e1770841775600.jpg 1049w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>YouTube Hype Explained From a Viewer\u2019s Perspective<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/YouTube-Hype-Explained-From-a-Viewers-point.png\" alt=\"Image showing YouTube Hype explained from a viewer\u2019s perspective. Two mobile phone screens display a YouTube video with the \u201cHype this video\u201d button and Hype Points count. The image shows how viewers can give Hype Points to videos to support creators and help them get discovered. A person is shown using a phone, representing viewer interaction.\" class=\"wp-image-193175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/YouTube-Hype-Explained-From-a-Viewers-point.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/YouTube-Hype-Explained-From-a-Viewers-point-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/YouTube-Hype-Explained-From-a-Viewers-point-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/YouTube-Hype-Explained-From-a-Viewers-point-705x508.png 705w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/YouTube-Hype-Explained-From-a-Viewers-point-450x324.png 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/YouTube-Hype-Explained-From-a-Viewers-point-600x432.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As a viewer, Hype is super simple. In fact, it&#8217;s just a new form of engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you watch a new video from an eligible creator, you\u2019ll see a Hype button. Tap it, and you instantly give that video points. You get <strong>three free hypes<\/strong> every week to support the videos you genuinely enjoy. The videos with the most hype show up on a <strong>\u201cmost-hyped\u201d page.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To reward your dedication, YouTube will notify you if a video you supported is close to hitting the top rankings in the leaderboard. The most dedicated <strong>fans can even earn a Hype Star Badge<\/strong> each month for being a top advocate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How To Hype A YouTube Video?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out how to use the YouTube hype feature, explained in simple words:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Watch a recently uploaded video from a creator who has 500 to 500k subscribers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Under the video, you\u2019ll see a Hype button (near like\/share).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"1030\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button-936x1030.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot showing how to use the YouTube Hype feature. The image displays a YouTube video page with the Hype button visible under the video, near like and share options. It shows how viewers can give Hype Points to a recently uploaded video from a creator with 500 to 500k subscribers.\" class=\"wp-image-193191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button-936x1030.jpg 936w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button-272x300.jpg 272w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button-768x846.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button-640x705.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button-450x495.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button-300x330.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button-600x661.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/how-to-use-youtube-hype-feature-hype-button.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Simply tap it once. You can see how many points the video earns from your click.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"464\" height=\"1030\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-464x1030.jpg\" alt=\"Tap the Hype option once and see how many points the video gets from your support. It is an easy way to help creators get discovered.\" class=\"wp-image-193192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-464x1030.jpg 464w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-135x300.jpg 135w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-768x1706.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-692x1536.jpg 692w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-675x1500.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-317x705.jpg 317w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-450x999.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-300x666.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature-600x1333.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-points-one-tap-feature.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 464px) 100vw, 464px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How the YouTube Hype Leaderboard Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-leaderboard-for-creators.png\" alt=\"Image explaining how the YouTube Hype Leaderboard works. The illustration shows a mobile phone displaying the YouTube Hype leaderboard with the Top 100 tab highlighted. A person is pointing at the screen to show how videos rank based on Hype Points and viewer support.\" class=\"wp-image-193331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-leaderboard-for-creators.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-leaderboard-for-creators-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-leaderboard-for-creators-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-leaderboard-for-creators-705x508.png 705w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-leaderboard-for-creators-450x324.png 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/youtube-hype-leaderboard-for-creators-600x432.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you hype a YouTube video, it straightly lands on the leaderboard. Here is the simple breakdown of how the<a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/youtube\/answer\/15334500?hl=en#zippy=\"> YouTube Hype leaderboard<\/a> system works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Every time a viewer hits the Hype button on a video, that video earns points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On top of that, <strong>YouTube adds extra bonus points <\/strong>based on the channel\u2019s size. Smaller channels (closer to 500 subs) get bigger bonus points than bigger ones (closer to 500k).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>YouTube collects all the hype points each week and shows the top hyped videos on a leaderboard that viewers can see under the Explore tab.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The leaderboard isn\u2019t based on personal watch history. Everyone in the same country sees the same list of top hyped videos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>YouTube can <strong>show up to 50 top hyped videos<\/strong> and even lets you filter by category like gaming or music to find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/youtube-trending-videos-day-week-month\/\">what\u2019s trending in different topics<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Videos on the leaderboard often get a special badge showing their rank.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits of YouTube Hype Feature For Creators<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/benefits-of-youtube-hype-feature-for-youtube-creators-explained.png\" alt=\"Infographic showing the benefits of the YouTube Hype feature for creators. The image highlights key benefits such as leveling the playing field, getting more views, building a strong community, giving fans a purpose, quality content winning, and new ways to make money through YouTube Hype.\" class=\"wp-image-193188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/benefits-of-youtube-hype-feature-for-youtube-creators-explained.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/benefits-of-youtube-hype-feature-for-youtube-creators-explained-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/benefits-of-youtube-hype-feature-for-youtube-creators-explained-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/benefits-of-youtube-hype-feature-for-youtube-creators-explained-705x508.png 705w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/benefits-of-youtube-hype-feature-for-youtube-creators-explained-450x324.png 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/benefits-of-youtube-hype-feature-for-youtube-creators-explained-600x432.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a content creator? Have a look at the biggest benefits of YouTube hype function for creators like you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Levels the Playing Field<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Big creators already have massive audiences. Small creators don\u2019t. This feature balances things a bit. Since bonus points are higher for smaller channels, <strong>creators closer to 500 subscribers<\/strong> can still compete with creators near 500k. That\u2019s a huge motivational push for new YouTubers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get a Shortcut to the Explore Page &amp; Get More Views<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, getting on the Trending or Explore tab feels impossible for small channels because the giants dominate everything. But this feature changes the rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can <strong>land a spot on the Hype leaderboard<\/strong>, which is specifically reserved for creators with under 500k subscribers. It puts your content directly in front of thousands of strangers who are looking for something new, giving you the visibility usually reserved for viral stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gives Your Fans a Real Purpose<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before this feature, viewers could only like, comment, or share. Subscribers often ask: &#8220;How can I support the channel besides these?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, the Hype button lets fans give an extra boost. Each hype has meaning because they give extra points to help the video compete on the leaderboard. When they see your video climb the ranks, they feel a sense of ownership and pride because they helped put you there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rewards Building A Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube Hype strengthens your community. When viewers actively hype your content, they feel more connected to your journey and invested in your growth. Over time, this creates loyal supporters who engage consistently, promote your videos organically, and stick with your channel long-term instead of watching passively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A New Way to Make Money (Coming Soon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Right now, Hype is just about exposure. But <strong>YouTube has explained that it will soon be about money, too<\/strong>. They are already testing a feature that lets fans <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.youtube\/news-and-events\/youtube-hype\/\">pay a small fee to buy YouTube Hypes for your video<\/a>. Just like Super Thanks, you will get a share of this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/youtube-money-calculator\/\">money<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quality Content Gets Rewarded<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since hype works best on new videos and within a short date window, creators are encouraged to upload fresh, high-quality content. They plan <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/how-to-make-a-great-thumbnail-for-youtube-for-free\/\">great thumbnails<\/a>, titles, and topics so viewers feel like pressing the Hype button. Overall, it improves content quality on the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5 Tips To Get More Hypes For YouTube Videos<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/5-tips-to-get-more-youtube-hypes.png\" alt=\"Infographic showing 5 tips to get more Hypes for YouTube videos. The image lists actions like showing the Hype button, warming up the audience, pinning a Hype comment, creating urgency, and publishing at peak time. A magnet attracting stars represents gaining more YouTube Hype Points and viewer engagement.\" class=\"wp-image-193183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/5-tips-to-get-more-youtube-hypes.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/5-tips-to-get-more-youtube-hypes-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/5-tips-to-get-more-youtube-hypes-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/5-tips-to-get-more-youtube-hypes-705x508.png 705w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/5-tips-to-get-more-youtube-hypes-450x324.png 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/5-tips-to-get-more-youtube-hypes-600x432.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a look at some specific ways to get more hypes for your YouTube videos:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Use a Visual Arrow Overlay at the 1-Minute Mark<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most viewers are blind to new interface changes. They might be enjoying your content, but have no idea the Hype feature even exists or what is hype this video on YouTube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to physically show them. In your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/best-video-editing-software-for-youtube-beginners\/\">video editing software<\/a>, add a distinct, animated arrow pointing to the area below the video title where the Hype button lives. Time this overlay to appear right when you mention it in your script.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Want more animated buttons like this to show in your video? Download <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/free-download-youtube-animation-subscribe-like\/\">free YouTube animations here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Warm Your Audience on the Community Tab<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The date you publish matters because the Hype leaderboard refreshes weekly. To get maximum velocity in the first few hours, you need your Super Fans prepared to go the moment the video drops. So, <strong>post on your Community Tab 2-3 hours before<\/strong> your upload goes live to alert them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This ensures that when the video is public, you get an immediate influx of points, which signals to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/how-does-youtube-algorithm-work-the-up-to-date-guide\/\">YouTube algorithm<\/a> that this content is hot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Pin A Hype Comment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though people are listening to your intro, they are often scrolling down to read the comments. That&#8217;s a prime spot to capture attention. You can pin a comment that explains exactly what you need them to do to support the channel, like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Mission: Let&#8217;s get this to the Top 10!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>1. Watch the full video.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>2. Click the Hype Button.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>3. Comment &#8216;Hyped!&#8217; below.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This creates a bandwagon effect. When new viewers see a stream of comments saying &#8220;Hyped!&#8221;, they will feel the urge to join in and click the button too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Incentivize Action with a Reward<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the Hype feature relies heavily on momentum, you need to create immediate urgency. The best way to do that is to <strong>create a contest<\/strong> by rewarding the fastest actors. The reward could be something as simple as featuring in the next video, brand mentioning, consultation, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This strategy works because it adds personal meaning to the interaction. It doesn&#8217;t cost them any money, but the potential reward (internet fame or something else) is high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Publish When Your Core Audience Is Most Active<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hype is strongest when points arrive quickly after upload. So, always try to schedule your videos for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/best-time-to-post-on-youtube-shorts\/\">best time to post on YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to post varies depending on your audience. You can find it from your YouTube Studio analytics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Open YouTube Studio<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Select Analytics from the left-side menu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Click on the Audience section<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Scroll down to see when your audience is most active<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Mobilize Your Inner Circle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t just rely on strangers on the internet. Your biggest and most reliable supporters are often the people you know in real life. Send a quick message to your friends, family, or WhatsApp group chats as soon as you upload, asking them to do you a favor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since YouTube gives smaller channels a points multiplier, you don&#8217;t need thousands of people to make a dent. Even <strong>just 10 close friends hitting that Hype button<\/strong> in the first hour can create enough initial velocity to trigger the algorithm and get the ball rolling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Create Content That Actually Deserves the Hype<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All the tactics, arrows, and contests in the world won&#8217;t save a boring video. At the end of the day, the <strong>Hype button is a \u2018Super Like\u2019<\/strong>. Viewers usually only press it if they feel a genuine connection or if the video provided massive value.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, focus on making something special, be it helpful, emotional, or just really entertaining. When your content truly connects with your audience, you won&#8217;t even have to beg. They will naturally want to Hype it just to see you succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2026 YouTube Hype Feature News: What&#8217;s Next<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/2026-youtube-hype-feature-news-whats-next.png\" alt=\"Infographic showing 2026 YouTube Hype feature news and what is coming next. The image highlights upcoming updates like Paid Hype, Hype Star badges, global rollout of the Hype feature, and better Hype analytics for creators. It explains future changes to YouTube Hype and creator growth\" class=\"wp-image-193184\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/2026-youtube-hype-feature-news-whats-next.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/2026-youtube-hype-feature-news-whats-next-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/2026-youtube-hype-feature-news-whats-next-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/2026-youtube-hype-feature-news-whats-next-705x508.png 705w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/2026-youtube-hype-feature-news-whats-next-450x324.png 450w, https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/2026-youtube-hype-feature-news-whats-next-600x432.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The YouTube Hype feature is still new, and 2026 could bring some big changes. Here\u2019s what may be coming next:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Paid Hype is Coming<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Right now, Hype is free, but<strong> limited to 3 clicks a week<\/strong>. YouTube is currently <strong>testing a Paid Hype feature<\/strong> in select countries like Brazil and Turkey, and it is expected to go global soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And yes, content creators will also earn a part of the money. So, this is a good opportunity to increase your income graph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hype Star Badges<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube knows that fans love status. To encourage more people to click that button, they are rolling out special recognition badges for top hypers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If a subscriber consistently Hypes your videos, they will earn a Hype Star badge next to their name in the comments. This gamifies the process, and your fans will compete with each other to prove they are your #1 supporter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Global YouTube Hype Rollout<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, the feature is not available everywhere. In 2026, YouTube is expected to expand global availability, letting more creators with under 500k subscribers join the leaderboard system. So, prepare for more competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Better Hype Analytics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Creators may soon get detailed Hype analytics inside YouTube Studio. This could include how many points each video earned, which date brought the most hype, and how many views you got from the leadership board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-51805909aeb39cadbc36310344b0a207\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong> \u2753<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What are hype points on YouTube?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hype Points are a new YouTube feature that lets viewers support emerging creators by \u2018hyping\u2019 their videos. When a video gets more hype, it can appear on the Hype leaderboard for more reach and visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. When was the YouTube Hype feature released?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube officially unveiled the Hype feature in September 2024 at the &#8216;Made On YouTube&#8217; event. It initially rolled out in beta to markets like Brazil, Turkey, and Taiwan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How to activate hype on YouTube?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not need to manually activate it. If you have between 500 and 500,000 subscribers and are in the YouTube Partner Program (YPP), the Hype button automatically appears on your long-form videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. How to optimize videos for YouTube Hype feature?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To optimize for Hype, add a clear visual or verbal CTA in the first 60 seconds of your video, asking fans to click the button. Additionally, post on your Community Tab immediately after upload to rally your Super Fans while the video is still fresh and eligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Does YouTube Hype feature affect SEO?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Indirectly, yes. Even though Hype doesn&#8217;t change your title or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenostube.com\/en\/youtube-tags-extractor\/\">tags<\/a>, a high Hype score pushes your video to the Leaderboard in the Explore tab. This surge in traffic creates positive user signals that tell the algorithm your content is valuable. This could improve your overall ranking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq-hype-countries\">6. What all countries is YouTube Hype available in?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube Hype is currently available in these countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, and United States. For more details, <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/youtube\/answer\/15509925?hl=en\">visit this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Can you buy YouTube Hype?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No. You cannot currently pay to boost your video (unless you are in Brazil or Turkey where they are testing a paid version). Instead of buying bots (which don&#8217;t work), ask your real network. Get your friends, family, or Discord community to Hype your video within the first hour of upload to grow naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Where can I find the Hype Leaderboard?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is located in the Explore tab on the mobile app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Open YouTube on your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Tap the Compass icon (Explore) in the top-left corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Tap the \u2018Hype\u2019 tile to see the Top 100 videos in your country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Does Hype work on Desktop\/PC?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No. The Hype button is a mobile-only feature. Viewers must use the Android or iPhone app to Hype your video. However, creators can still view their Hype stats in YouTube Studio on desktop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Small channels have had it rough for years. You make great videos, but the algorithm ignores you for the big guys. It feels unfair because it is unfair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube Hype finally changes that. For the first time ever, the platform explicitly gives bonuses for small creators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And right now, Hype is new, it is free, and it works. But we all know how these platforms operate. Eventually, it gets crowded, and they put a price tag on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, don&#8217;t wait for the &#8216;perfect time&#8217; anymore. On your very next upload, look into the camera and talk to your viewers. Tell them about the Hype button. Ask them to help you break through.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever felt like your favorite small YouTube channel deserves way more viewers? 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