Getting Less Than 400 Views on Your YouTube Videos? Here's What You Should Do (ASAP)

So you've been uploading videos on YouTube. You're excited, maybe even proud of what you've made... but then you check the numbers.

50 views. 120 views. Maybe 300 if you're lucky.
Ouch.

If you're stuck getting less than 400 views per video, don’t stress—you're not alone. A lot of beginner YouTubers go through this. The good news? You can turn things around. Let’s break it down.

Step 1: Let’s Talk About the 400-View Wall

According to Romero (a YouTube pro who's been there, done that), your first milestone should be getting at least 1,000 views per video. But before that, make sure you’ve uploaded at least 15 videos. Why 15? Because one or two viral hits don’t mean much. You need enough content to really see what works—and what doesn’t.

If your first 15 videos all struggle to hit 400 views, it might be a sign that something needs to change.

Step 2: Check Your YouTube Analytics — Yes, Seriously

Don’t guess. Look at your data.

Here’s what to check:

  • CTR (Click-Through Rate): If it’s below 10%, people aren’t clicking your video. Probably a thumbnail or title issue.

  • Average View Duration (AVD): If people leave before 6 minutes in (or halfway if it’s a short vid), they’re losing interest.

Aim for:

  • CTR above 14% (this means your thumbnail/title combo is working!)

  • AVD as long as possible (hook them in and keep them watching)

This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about improving one upload at a time.

Step 3: Spy (Nicely) On the Competition

Here’s a fun one: Go find channels in your niche that are crushing it. Watch their stuff. Pay attention to:

  • Their thumbnails

  • Their video titles

  • How they talk and edit

Don’t copy — that’s boring. But learn and adapt. Take what works and remix it with your own style. People don't need a clone of someone else — they need you, just more polished and viewer-friendly.

And no, you don’t need fancy cameras or Hollywood editing. A smartphone and smart storytelling can go a long way.

Step 4: Post Consistently (No Excuses)

This one is tough but super important.
If you're uploading once a month, it’s no wonder people forget about your channel.

Romero recommends posting at least three times a week if you're serious. Why? Because:

  • You get better faster

  • You give YouTube more chances to recommend your content

  • Your audience starts to recognize (and look forward to) your uploads

Even if the views are low now, you're building momentum.

Step 5: Use the Tools & Help That Are Out There

Feeling stuck? Good news—you're not doing this alone.

There are:

  • Free tools for making titles, scripts, thumbnails

  • Online communities for YouTube creators

  • Mentors and courses (some paid, but many free too)

Leverage them. Don’t try to be a solo superhero. Getting guidance can save you months of trial and error.

TL;DR: Your YouTube Glow-Up Plan

If you’re stuck under 400 views, here’s your checklist: ✅ Upload at least 15 videos before judging your channel
✅ Use YouTube Analytics like a compass
✅ Learn from channels that are doing well
✅ Stay consistent — at least 3x a week
✅ Use free tools and get support

Small changes add up fast. Don’t quit just because the first few videos flopped. Every big YouTuber you admire? They were exactly where you are now—just a few steps behind the win.

Keep going. Your future fans are waiting. 🎥💥



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