How the YouTube recommendation system works in 2026 β clicks, watch-time, satisfaction, browse vs. suggested.
$29
About this course
YouTube's algorithm rewards satisfaction signals, not just clicks. This course teaches the Browse vs. Suggested vs. Search ranking differences, the satisfaction metrics YouTube tracks via surveys, the click-bait-recovery mechanic, and what to do about each.
What you'll walk away with
Browse vs. Suggested vs. Search ranking differences
Satisfaction metrics: how YouTube knows if you lied to the viewer
Click-bait recovery: when a high-CTR video backfires
Channel-level vs. video-level signals that compound
A pre-publish checklist that protects against clickbait penalties
Course curriculum
20β30 minutes β full lesson-by-lesson breakdown unlocks with enrollment.
Your instructor
Meet your instructor
The BoostLyke YouTube editorial team builds and updates this course every quarter so the tactics ship with the current platform shifts.