How the generator builds your description
- About the video — your summary goes first, because the opening lines appear in search and before "Show more".
- Call to action — a short subscribe and notification reminder.
- Timestamps — formatted under a clear heading so YouTube can turn them into chapters.
- Links — your website, products or resources.
- Social handles — where else viewers can follow you.
- Hashtags — your keywords converted to hashtags at the end.
Writing the first two lines
Treat them like a meta description: include the main keyword naturally and say what the viewer gets. Example: "Learn how to make smooth cold brew coffee at home with a simple 1:8 ratio and no special equipment."
Chapter rules
- The first timestamp must be
00:00. - At least three timestamps, each section at least 10 seconds long.
- Descriptive chapter titles ("Grinding the beans") also help Google show "key moments".
Track your links
Add UTM parameters with the UTM Builder and shorten links with the URL Shortener, so you can see how much traffic each video sends to your site.
Frequently asked questions
What should be in the first line of a YouTube description?
A clear sentence with the main keyword that explains what the viewer will get. It is visible before Show more and in search results.
Do timestamps help YouTube SEO?
Yes. They create chapters, improve viewer experience and can show as key moments in Google search.
Should I put links in YouTube descriptions?
Yes, useful links to resources, products and related videos. Shortened, tagged links let you measure clicks.
How many hashtags should I add?
Three relevant hashtags at the end of the description is a good default.