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Timestamp Generator
Generate formatted YouTube timestamps and chapters for video descriptions
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0:00IntroYouTube Timestamp Best Practices
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First timestamp must be 0:00 - YouTube requires this to recognize chapters
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Minimum 3 chapters required - Less than 3 won't activate chapter feature
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Chapters must be 10+ seconds - YouTube ignores chapters shorter than 10 seconds
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Place in description, not comments - Timestamps in comments won't create chapters
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Use descriptive titles - Chapter names appear in video progress bar
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Improves SEO and retention - Timestamps help viewers navigate and improve watch time
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