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YouTube Tests Reducing Push Notifications for Inactive Subscribers

The experiment aims to address notification fatigue while maintaining creators' ability to reach engaged audiences.

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Overview

  • YouTube is testing a system that limits push notifications for channels users subscribe to but no longer engage with.
  • Notifications from affected channels will still appear in the app's notification inbox but will not be sent as push alerts.
  • The test specifically targets users who have opted for 'All' notifications but frequently ignore them.
  • Creators have expressed concerns that the change could hinder their ability to effectively reach subscribers.
  • The experiment is currently limited to a small group of users, with no timeline for broader implementation.