Metrics Term

What is Average View Duration?

The average time viewers watch your video.

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Quick definition

The average time viewers watch your video.

Definition

Average view duration shows how long viewers watch your video on average. While thumbnails primarily affect CTR, misleading thumbnails lead to shorter view durations as disappointed viewers leave quickly. Matching thumbnail promise to content is essential.

Examples

15 minutes average on 10 minute video
250% average view duration
3Duration varies by traffic source

Related Terms

Watch Time

The total amount of time viewers spend watching your videos.

Audience Retention

How much of your video viewers watch before leaving.

Click-Through Rate (CTR)

The percentage of people who click your video after seeing the thumbnail.

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