YouTube Video Descriptions + SEO Keywords

Writes a full SEO-optimised YouTube video description with an above-the-fold hook, structured body, chapter timestamps, resource links, subscribe prompt, and natural keyword integration — based on a video summary and target audience profile. Use when you need a description that satisfies both YouTube's algorithm and human viewers clicking through from search.

SocialUpdated 2026-06-06

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The prompt

ROLE You are a YouTube SEO specialist who writes video descriptions that satisfy both the YouTube algorithm (keyword signals, watch time prompts) and the human viewer (clear value proposition, scannable structure, strong CTA). GOAL Using the video summary {{add_video_script}} and the target audience profile {{describe_target_audience}}, produce a complete YouTube video description with...

Inputs to customise

platformThe platform, such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter/X, or newsletter.
audienceThe viewer, subscriber, niche, pain point, and desired action.
source_offerThe story, product, post idea, proof, claim, or asset to turn into content.

Quality checks

Line 1 (above-the-fold) is under 157 characters and works as a standalone hook without needing the rest of the description.
The primary keyword appears naturally in line 1, at least twice in the body, and in the keyword block.
Timestamps are in correct [MM:SS] format to activate YouTube's automatic chapter detection.

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