What is TubeAnalytics?

TubeAnalytics is a YouTube analytics platform for content creators. It tracks views, watch time, subscriber growth, revenue, audience demographics, and competitor channels — all sourced from the official YouTube Analytics API. Plans start at $19/month.

How much does TubeAnalytics cost?

TubeAnalytics offers three plans: Starter at $19/month (3 channels, 30-day data retention), Professional at $49/month (10 channels, 90-day retention, competitor analysis, AI thumbnail testing), and Enterprise at $149/month (unlimited channels, white-label reports, API access). Annual billing saves 20%.

What data can TubeAnalytics track?

TubeAnalytics tracks views, watch time, engagement rates, subscriber growth, revenue, demographics, geographic data, and much more — plus competitor analysis for up to 20 channels and trend insights.

Can I change plans anytime?

Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time. Changes take effect at the next billing cycle, and differences are prorated.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. You can cancel from your billing dashboard at any time. You retain access until the end of your billing period.

Yes. TubeAnalytics uses industry-standard encryption. Your data is stored securely and never shared with third parties.

What payment methods does TubeAnalytics accept?

TubeAnalytics accepts all major credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal. All payments are processed securely through Stripe.

Does TubeAnalytics offer customer support?

All plans include email support. Professional plans get priority support. Enterprise customers also get phone support and a dedicated account manager.

The Ultimate Guide to YouTube Analytics in 2024

YouTube Analytics is the backbone of any successful channel strategy. Whether you're a new creator or a seasoned veteran, understanding your data is what separates channels that grow from those that plateau.

Why YouTube Analytics Matters

Every successful YouTube creator we've worked with at TubeAnalytics shares one trait: they make decisions based on data, not guesswork. YouTube Analytics gives you a window into how your audience discovers, watches, and engages with your content.

The YouTube Studio dashboard provides a wealth of information, but it can be overwhelming. In this guide, we'll break down every metric that matters and show you how to use them to grow your channel.

Key Metrics You Should Track

Views and Watch Time

Views tell you how many times your videos have been watched, but watch time tells you how long people actually stayed. YouTube's algorithm heavily favors watch time over raw view counts. A video with 10,000 views and 8 minutes average watch time will typically outperform a video with 50,000 views and 30 seconds average watch time.

What to look for: - Average view duration relative to video length - Watch time trends over 28-day periods - Which videos drive the most total watch time

Click-Through Rate (CTR)

Your CTR shows what percentage of people who see your thumbnail actually click on it. The average CTR across YouTube is 2-10%, but this varies significantly by niche and how your video is surfaced.

Tips for improving CTR: - Test different thumbnail styles and track which perform best - Use clear, readable text on thumbnails - Create curiosity gaps in your titles without being clickbait - Analyze your top-performing thumbnails for patterns

Audience Retention

Audience retention shows you exactly where viewers drop off in your videos. This is arguably the most actionable metric in YouTube Analytics because it tells you what's working and what isn't, minute by minute.

Key retention patterns: - Strong intro: Less than 10% drop-off in the first 30 seconds - Mid-roll dips: Natural drop-offs during transitions or slow segments - End screen retention: How many viewers stay until your end screen

Subscriber Growth

Track not just how many subscribers you gain, but also where they come from. YouTube Analytics breaks down subscriber sources by: - Individual videos - YouTube Search - Channel page - External sources

Advanced Analytics Strategies

Comparing Time Periods

Don't just look at raw numbers — compare them against previous periods. A video getting 5,000 views might seem average, but if your previous videos averaged 2,000 views, that's a 150% improvement worth analyzing.

Traffic Source Analysis

Understanding where your views come from helps you optimize your content strategy: - YouTube Search: Optimize titles, descriptions, and tags for SEO - Suggested Videos: Create content similar to your best-performing videos - Browse Features: Focus on thumbnails and titles that stand out - External: Build presence on social media and your website

Revenue Metrics

For monetized channels, track: - RPM (Revenue Per Mille): Your actual earnings per 1,000 views - CPM (Cost Per Mille): What advertisers pay per 1,000 impressions - Revenue by video: Identify your highest-earning content - Revenue by geography: Understand which markets are most valuable

Using TubeAnalytics for Deeper Insights

While YouTube Studio provides essential metrics, TubeAnalytics goes further by offering: - Competitor benchmarking across up to 20 channels - AI-powered content recommendations - Trend discovery for your niche - Revenue optimization suggestions - Historical data beyond YouTube's default 90-day window

Getting Started

The best time to start tracking your analytics is now. Connect your YouTube channel to TubeAnalytics and get a comprehensive dashboard within minutes. Start with the basics — views, watch time, and CTR — then check our guide to understanding metrics for a deeper dive.

For more on growing your subscriber base, read our 10 proven subscriber growth strategies. And if you want to improve how long people watch, check out understanding audience retention.

Data-driven creators grow faster. Period.