How to use the like counter
- 1Paste the video link.
- 2Press Start counting.
- 3Leave the tab open; it refreshes every 30 seconds.
How it works
Counts come from the official YouTube Data API. Like counts are exact unless the creator has hidden them. Refreshing pauses while the tab is in the background so it doesn't waste requests.
Frequently asked questions
Why doesn't the like count change every second?
YouTube's public statistics update in batches, so counts move in steps rather than continuously.
Why does it say likes are hidden?
Creators can hide like counts on their videos; the API then returns no number.