YouTube API
Integration
Streamline your YouTube strategy with LATE's robust API. Schedule regular videos and YouTube Shorts, manage channels, and reach billions of viewers with enterprise-grade reliability.
Why Choose LATE for YouTube?
Smart Scheduling
Schedule YouTube videos for peak viewer activity. Our analytics suggest optimal upload times based on your audience demographics and behavior.
YouTube Data API v3
Official YouTube Data API v3 integration with full support for video uploads, metadata management, and channel operations.
Channel Management
Manage multiple YouTube channels from a single API. Perfect for content creators and agencies with multiple YouTube properties.
Auto Shorts Detection
YouTube automatically detects Shorts based on video duration (≤ 3 minutes). We optimize metadata for maximum Shorts feed visibility.
How YouTube Integration Works
Connect YouTube Channel
Authenticate your YouTube channel through Google's OAuth. Secure permissions for video uploads and channel management.
Upload & Schedule
Upload videos with metadata, thumbnails, and descriptions. Set publish schedules and privacy settings.
Auto-Publish
Your videos automatically go live at the scheduled time. Real-time notifications and upload progress tracking.
Get Started in Minutes
Schedule a YouTube Video
JavaScript// Upload any video - YouTube automatically detects Shorts (≤ 3 min)
const response = await fetch('https://api.getlate.dev/posts', {
method: 'POST',
headers: {
'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
'Content-Type': 'application/json'
},
body: JSON.stringify({
platforms: [{
platform: 'youtube',
accountId: 'your-youtube-channel-id'
}],
content: 'Amazing tutorial on building APIs! Check it out 🚀',
mediaItems: [{
type: 'video',
url: 'https://your-video-url.mp4', // Shorts or regular video
thumbnail: 'https://your-thumbnail.jpg'
}],
scheduledFor: '2024-01-15T16:00:00Z'
})
});
const result = await response.json();
console.log('Scheduled successfully:', result.id);YouTube Marketing Benefits
Consistent Content
Maintain a consistent YouTube upload schedule with automated publishing. Keep your audience engaged with regular content delivery.
Multi-Channel Support
Manage multiple YouTube channels from a single API. Perfect for content creators and media companies.
Enterprise Ready
Built for scale with enterprise-level reliability. Handle large video files and high-volume uploads with ease.
YouTube Features Supported
- Video uploads and scheduling
- Custom thumbnails
- Title and description management
- Tags and categories
- Privacy settings (public, unlisted, private)
- Playlist management
- Upload progress tracking
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No credit card required • 10 free uploads per month • 99.97% uptime SLA