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What makes a good YouTube hook
- Say what the video is about in the first 5 to 10 seconds.
- Match the promise in your title and thumbnail, so viewers stay.
- Cut the long intro and logo animation. Start with the hook.
- Only promise what the video delivers.
How to use these hooks
These are fill-in-the-blank openers, so edit the wording to your own voice and make sure each one is true for your video. For the full script, read how to write a YouTube script.
Free AI tools for the rest of your video
- TitleCraft – free AI YouTube title generator
- DescriptionCraft – free YouTube description generator
- TagCraft – free YouTube tag generator
Frequently asked questions
What is a YouTube hook?
The first few seconds of a video, used to tell viewers what they will get so they keep watching.
How long should a hook be?
Five to ten seconds. Say what the video covers and why it is worth watching, then start.
Should the hook match the title?
Yes. If the opening does not deliver what the title and thumbnail promised, viewers leave.