
YouTube updates Shorts views counting method
4 days ago
YouTube is changing how it counts views on Shorts. Starting March 31, 2025, views will count each time a Short starts to play or replay, eliminating the previous minimum watch time requirement. The original view metric will be renamed “engaged views” in YouTube Analytics. This change won't affect earnings or eligibility for the YouTube Partner Program, but aims to give creators better insights into their content performance and overall reach.