{"id":30056,"date":"2025-03-07T11:00:56","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T05:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/?p=30056"},"modified":"2026-04-10T18:59:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T13:29:24","slug":"how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Change Your YouTube Video\u2019s Category: Easy 2026 Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Key_Takeaways\" title=\"Key Takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#How_to_Change_the_Category_of_a_YouTube_Video\" title=\"How to Change the Category of a YouTube Video?\">How to Change the Category of a YouTube Video?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#How_to_Set_Your_Channels_Default_Category\" title=\"How to Set Your Channel&#8217;s Default Category?\">How to Set Your Channel&#8217;s Default Category?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#How_Does_Categorizing_Videos_Affect_The_YT_Channel\" title=\"How Does Categorizing Videos Affect The YT Channel?\">How Does Categorizing Videos Affect The YT Channel?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#What_Are_the_Most_Popular_Categories_on_YouTube\" title=\"What Are the Most Popular Categories on YouTube?\">What Are the Most Popular Categories on YouTube?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Why_YouTube_Video_Category_Matters_for_Your_Channel\" title=\"Why YouTube Video Category Matters for Your Channel?\">Why YouTube Video Category Matters for Your Channel?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Q1_What_Category_is_Best_for_YouTube_Videos\" title=\"Q1. What Category is Best for YouTube Videos?\">Q1. What Category is Best for YouTube Videos?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Q2_Does_changing_YouTube_category_affect_views\" title=\"Q2. Does changing YouTube category affect views?\">Q2. Does changing YouTube category affect views?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Q3_Which_category_is_highly_paid_on_YouTube\" title=\"Q3. Which category is highly paid on YouTube?\">Q3. Which category is highly paid on YouTube?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Q4_Which_category_is_most_searched_on_YouTube\" title=\"Q4. Which category is most searched on YouTube?\">Q4. Which category is most searched on YouTube?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/guide\/how-to-change-your-youtube-videos-category-in-just-a-few-steps\/#Q5_Can_I_change_my_YouTube_channel_category_after_monetization\" title=\"Q5. Can I change my YouTube channel category after monetization?\">Q5. Can I change my YouTube channel category after monetization?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Proper categorization helps the 2026 AI algorithm match your content with specific viewer &#8220;interest clusters&#8221;.<\/li>\n<li>You can update categories in YouTube Studio by selecting &#8220;Edit,&#8221; then &#8220;Category.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>The YouTube Studio mobile app lets you quickly switch categories in the &#8220;Advanced Settings&#8221; for any video.<\/li>\n<li>Save time by using the &#8220;Select All&#8221; feature in Studio to change the category for your entire video library at once.<\/li>\n<li>While categories are broad, they provide a baseline signal that the AI uses alongside &#8220;Viewer Satisfaction&#8221; metrics to rank your content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Change_the_Category_of_a_YouTube_Video\"><\/span>How to Change the Category of a YouTube Video?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many creators forget to set, update, or choose the wrong category by mistake. Let us look at the steps on how to change YouTube video category.<\/p>\n<p>Follow these easy steps to update video categories on YouTube:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in to your <strong>YouTube account<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Tap on the profile picture and tap on <strong>YouTube Studio<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>From the Dashboard, select <strong>Content<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36532\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-1-.jpg\" alt=\"change YouTube category\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-1-.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-1--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-1--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-1--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-1--1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Here, you will see the <strong>list of videos<\/strong> uploaded on your channel<\/li>\n<li>Find and select the video you want to edit<\/li>\n<li>Hover over the video and tap on the pencil icon<\/li>\n<li>Once inside the <strong>video details page<\/strong>, scroll down.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36535\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-2-.jpg\" alt=\"steps to change the youtube category\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-2-.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-2--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-2--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-2--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-2--1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on the <strong>Show More<\/strong> button to expand additional settings.<\/li>\n<li>Scroll to the <strong>Category section<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36536\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-3-.jpg\" alt=\"youtube category change\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-3-.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-3--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-3--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-3--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-3--1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Click the dropdown menu to see all available categories.<\/li>\n<li>Select the category that<strong> best fits<\/strong> your video content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-36537\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-4-.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-4-.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-4--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-4--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-4--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/YT-category-4--1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>After selecting the appropriate category, scroll up and click\u00a0<strong>Save<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Your video category will be updated instantly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Set_Your_Channels_Default_Category\"><\/span>How to Set Your Channel&#8217;s Default Category?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every time you upload and publish a video, the category will be set as follows. This will help simplify the upload process and optimize your channel&#8217;s visibility. To set a default YouTube category, follow the steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to YouTube Studio<\/li>\n<li>Select Settings<\/li>\n<li>Go to Upload Defaults<\/li>\n<li>Select Advanced Settings<\/li>\n<li>Choose your default video category.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Unless you manually change the category, the selected category will be labeled under every video. If not, the default settings, in the above section, we have shown you, with visual images, how to change category on YouTube video.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Categorizing_Videos_Affect_The_YT_Channel\"><\/span>How Does Categorizing Videos Affect The YT Channel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does category matter on YouTube? Well, yes, it does. Let us explain to you in brief how categorizing videos will help you grow your channel and maximize engagement:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Strengthens Channel Authority:<\/strong> A well-categorized channel establishes authority in a specific niche, leading to stronger <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/youtube\/three-youtube-algorithm-hacks-to-target-your-audience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/youtube\/three-youtube-algorithm-hacks-to-target-your-audience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0algorithm support<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boost Watch Time:<\/strong> When videos are correctly categorized, you can\u00a0create playlists, which help viewers watch multiple videos in a row. This keeps them on the channel longer and helps them discover newer videos. It also enables you to achieve a higher retention rate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improves Discoverability:<\/strong> The YT algorithm gives your content credibility, making it easier for viewers to find. This also increases the chances that your videos will appear in the &#8220;Recommended&#8221; and &#8220;Suggested&#8221; video lists.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Personalization:<\/strong> Based on video categories, the YouTube algorithm suggests videos tailored to each user&#8217;s preferences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Expectation:<\/strong> Once the video is placed in a category, viewers are more likely to watch it because they already know they enjoy that type of content. They&#8217;re familiar with what to expect. It is essential to classify videos into the correct categories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Most_Popular_Categories_on_YouTube\"><\/span>What Are the Most Popular Categories on YouTube?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We have already explained the different YouTube category change, but here are some popular ones that attract more engagement and views than other categories:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Music<\/li>\n<li>Gaming<\/li>\n<li>Home and lifestyle<\/li>\n<li>Vlogging<\/li>\n<li>Make-up tutorials<\/li>\n<li>Entertainment and comedy<\/li>\n<li>How-to videos and guides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_YouTube_Video_Category_Matters_for_Your_Channel\"><\/span>Why YouTube Video Category Matters for Your Channel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We have explained in detail why does category matter on YouTube. In brief, yes:\u00a0categorizing video is essential for the channel&#8217;s visibility. It helps the target audience to recognize your video&#8217;s niche. Additionally, the YouTube algorithm will also categorize your videos and recommend them to the right audience. Based on the category you choose, your videos will appear in related videos, which will improve your credibility within your niche. It will also help attract viewers genuinely interested in your content, boosting discoverability, watch time, and engagement.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How to set category on YouTube video has been explained in simple terms, along with the importance of increasing visibility and engagement.\u00a0 Changing your YouTube video category is a quick and easy way to improve your video\u2019s reach and engagement. By ensuring your content is categorized correctly, you help YouTube recommend your videos to the right audience. Follow these steps and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/youtube\/how-to-optimize-your-videos-for-the-youtube-algorithm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">optimize your content<\/a> for better visibility.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_What_Category_is_Best_for_YouTube_Videos\"><\/span>Q1. What Category is Best for YouTube Videos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are several popular categories on YouTube, including gaming, entertainment, food, music, beauty, sports, fashion, and more. You can grow your YouTube channel and ensure your videos reach the right audience by using the best categories.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_Does_changing_YouTube_category_affect_views\"><\/span>Q2. Does changing YouTube category affect views?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the YT category affects the video&#8217;s number of views. The video will appear in the search results if the category and topic match and if the audience is looking for similar content.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_Which_category_is_highly_paid_on_YouTube\"><\/span>Q3. Which category is highly paid on YouTube?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The highest-paid categories on YouTube are finance and investing, real estate, etc. Other <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/youtube-marketing\/best-youtube-channel-ideas-whos-on-top\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">niche categories<\/a> include Tech, ASMR, online educational platforms, and digital marketing.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Which_category_is_most_searched_on_YouTube\"><\/span>Q4. Which category is most searched on YouTube?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The most searched category on YouTube is Music, followed by gaming, how-to, entertainment, etc.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Can_I_change_my_YouTube_channel_category_after_monetization\"><\/span>Q5. Can I change my YouTube channel category after monetization?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can change your YouTube channel&#8217;s category even after you start monetizing your videos. 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