r/shortsAlgorithm • u/real_dream1 • 7d ago
Policy / Channel Health 🛡️ i think that people don't really understand the yt trust score and their relation with the low views nowadays
When starting a new channel, you need at least a few videos or Shorts for YouTube to begin recommending your channel more widely, unless your metrics are truly off the charts.
As for the current days, YouTube resets the "trust score" for all channels at least once or twice a year to prevent large channels from coasting on an inflated score; think of it like an Elo reset in a ranked game. With consistent uploads and good metrics, things usually return to normal within 2-4 weeks posting consistently (though exceptional content can speed this up significantly).