Find out which keywords are actually working on YouTube right now. This Trending Keyword Finder analyzes top-viewed videos in any region and time period, then extracts the keywords, tags, hashtags, and long-tail recommendations that are driving views.
Instead of guessing, you see real data: how many videos use each keyword, how many views they get, and proof videos you can check yourself.
What You Get
Paste a seed keyword (like “relaxing music” or “gaming setup”), pick a region and time period. The tool searches top-viewed videos matching your topic, then extracts:
- 🎯 Keywords — phrases from video titles, sorted by how many videos use them
- 🏷️ Tags — real tags from video metadata, ranked by frequency
- #️⃣ Hashtags — from titles and descriptions
- ⭐ Long-tail Recommendations — 4-5 word phrases that are easier to rank for
- 📺 Proof Videos — see the actual top videos with their view counts
Why Real Data Matters
Many “keyword tools” guess search volume or show made-up numbers. This tool does the opposite — it shows you verifiable data straight from YouTube:
- How many top videos actually use each keyword
- Total and average views per keyword
- The exact videos you can watch to confirm
If a keyword shows up 15 times across top videos with an average of 500K views, that’s a strong signal — not a guess.
Filter by Region & Period
Keyword demand varies by country and changes over time. The tool lets you filter by:
- Region: 10+ countries including US, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, UK, India, Japan, Korea, Indonesia, Philippines
- Period: Last 3 months, last 6 months, or last 12 months
This means you can find what’s working right now in your target market — not outdated keywords from 3 years ago.
How to Use the Results
1. Use keywords in your video titles
Pick 1-2 top keywords and place them naturally in your title. The closer to the start, the better.
2. Add tags to your video
Copy the top 15-20 tags and paste them into YouTube Studio → your video → Tags field.
3. Add hashtags to descriptions
Use the top hashtags in your video description. Keep it to 3-5 for best results.
4. Target long-tail keywords
The “Long-tail” tab shows 4-5 word phrases. These have less competition and are easier to rank for — perfect for new channels.
What Makes This Tool Different
- Real view counts — no fake search volume
- Proof videos — click through to verify
- Region-specific — what’s trending in Cambodia is different from the US
- Time-filtered — last 3/6/12 months
- 4 data types — keywords, tags, hashtags, long-tail
- Copy & download — export as .txt for easy use
How to Get a YouTube API Key (Free)
- Go to console.cloud.google.com
- Create a new project (or use existing)
- Enable YouTube Data API v3
- Go to Credentials → Create API Key
- Copy the key and paste it into the tool
The key is saved in your browser only — it never leaves your device.
The free tier includes 10,000 quota units per day. Each analysis uses about 100 units, so you can run ~99 analyses daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a search volume tool?
No. YouTube doesn’t publish search volume data, and any tool claiming to show it is estimating. This tool shows real views and video counts — measurable data you can verify.
How accurate is the data?
100% accurate. Every number comes directly from YouTube’s official Data API v3. The videos shown are real, the views are real, and the tags are the actual tags from those videos.
Do I need an API key?
Yes. It’s free and takes 2 minutes to get. The tool saves it in your browser for future use.
How many analyses can I run per day?
About 99 analyses on the free tier (10,000 daily quota ÷ ~100 units per analysis).
Why do some keywords show “com” or “www”?
We filter out URLs and website names automatically. If you see junk keywords, please let us know so we can improve the filter.
What’s the difference between Keywords and Long-tail?
Keywords are 1-3 word phrases found in titles and descriptions. Long-tail are 4-5 word phrases found only in titles — they’re more specific and easier to rank for.
Can I use this for any niche?
Yes. Works with music, gaming, cooking, tech, education, vlogs — anything you can think of.
Does this work for YouTube Shorts?
Yes. Just add “shorts” to your seed keyword, or search for a topic that’s popular in Shorts.
Best Use Cases
For New Channels
Find low-competition long-tail keywords to rank for faster. Focus on the “Long-tail” tab and pick keywords with high average views but moderate video counts.
For Growing Channels
See what’s currently trending in your niche. Update old video titles and tags with new high-demand keywords.
For Content Planning
Before you create a video, check what keywords are working right now. Build your title and description around the top 3-5 results.
For Niche Research
Compare regions. If a keyword works in Thailand but isn’t used in Cambodia yet, you may have found an untapped opportunity.
Related Tools
- YouTube Keyword Finder — autocomplete-based keyword ideas
- YouTube Thumbnail Downloader
- YouTube Money Calculator
- YouTube Video Data Fetcher
Last updated: 2026. Powered by YouTube Data API v3. Real data, no estimates.