YouTube × PostFast Integration
YouTube has evolved into a powerhouse platform for visual storytelling, combining videos, shorts, and reels to create engaging content.
YouTube offers Shorts, which are a great way to reach a wider audience and grow your channel. You can also post your videos as standard videos to YouTube too!
How to connect with YouTube?
Sign up for PostFast today and add your YouTube channel right away. You will get 7 days for free to try out our product.
Track your video performance with built-in analytics: views, likes, and comments updated automatically. And of course, you can cross-post your content to Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and other platforms - while you're at it.
YouTube Scheduling FAQs
Can I schedule both YouTube Shorts and regular videos?
Yes! PostFast supports scheduling both YouTube Shorts (vertical videos under 180 seconds) and standard YouTube videos. Choose the appropriate format when uploading, and we'll handle the rest automatically.
Can I add custom thumbnails to scheduled videos?
Yes! When scheduling a video, you can upload a custom thumbnail image. PostFast will automatically attach it to your video when publishing. Use a JPEG or PNG image: YouTube accepts thumbnails up to 50 MB through its API and recommends 3840x2160 (16:9). Note: your YouTube channel must be phone-verified to use custom thumbnails. Eye-catching thumbnails are crucial for increasing click-through rates on YouTube.
Can I add captions and set the video's language?
Yes! In a YouTube post's settings, open Advanced, choose the Video language, then upload your own SRT or VTT caption file with timings (max 10 MB). PostFast sets the video's language on YouTube and adds your captions in that language right after the upload. YouTube's automatic captions stay available too.
Can I optimize video descriptions for SEO?
Absolutely! Write detailed descriptions with relevant keywords when scheduling. PostFast preserves all your formatting, links, and timestamps, helping your videos rank better in YouTube search results.
What's the best time to post YouTube content?
YouTube engagement typically peaks between 2-4 PM on weekdays and 9-11 AM on weekends. PostFast lets you schedule uploads for these optimal times, ensuring your content reaches the maximum audience.
Can I cross-post YouTube Shorts to other platforms?
Yes! When scheduling YouTube Shorts, you can simultaneously post them to TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Facebook Reels. Create once, publish everywhere - saving hours of manual uploading.
Does PostFast provide YouTube analytics?
Yes! PostFast tracks views, likes, and comments for your YouTube videos and Shorts. Analytics data is automatically updated every 6 hours for the first 2 weeks after publishing, then daily until 2 months. You can also manually refresh individual posts at any time.