YouTube's Multi-Language Audio Feature Rolls Out to All Creators
YouTube announced on Wednesday that its multi-language audio feature has officially launched after a two-year-long pilot. The feature allows creators to add dubbing to their videos in different languages, enabling them to reach a wider global audience.
The rollout is expected to happen over the coming weeks, marking a significant milestone for the platform's efforts to expand its global presence. Initially launched as a pilot in 2023, the feature was available to a limited number of creators, including popular YouTubers MrBeast and Mark Rober, as well as chef Jamie Oliver.
"We're excited to bring this feature to all our creators," said a YouTube spokesperson. "Our goal is to make it easier for them to connect with their audiences around the world."
The multi-language audio feature uses AI-powered auto-dubbing tool that leverages Google's Gemini technology to replicate a creator's tone and emotions. This innovation has been tested by several creators, who have seen significant success with the feature.
According to YouTube, those who uploaded multi-language audio tracks saw an average of 25% of their watch time coming from views in the videos' non-primary language. Jamie Oliver's channel, for instance, tripled in views after using multi-language audio tracks.
The company has also been testing multi-language thumbnails with a select group of creators. Since June, creators have been able to customize thumbnails to display text in other languages, catering to their international audiences.
"This feature is a game-changer for creators who want to reach a global audience," said MrBeast, one of the pilot participants. "It's amazing to see how it can help increase engagement and views."
The rollout of this feature marks a significant step forward in YouTube's efforts to become a more inclusive platform. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the need for content that can be understood by people from different linguistic backgrounds has never been greater.
With the multi-language audio feature now available to all creators, YouTube is poised to play an even bigger role in shaping global conversations and connecting communities around the world.
The rollout of this feature will happen over the coming weeks. In the meantime, creators are encouraged to explore the new feature and experiment with different language options.
As YouTube continues to push the boundaries of what's possible on its platform, one thing is clear: the future of content creation has never looked brighter.
*Reporting by Techcrunch.*