Software designed to artificially inflate the number of views on YouTube videos can be broadly categorized as “view boosting applications.” These applications often utilize bots, automated scripts, or networks of users to simulate organic viewership, aiming to make a video appear more popular than it actually is. For example, a user might employ such tools to quickly accumulate thousands of views on a newly uploaded video.
The utilization of these applications stems from the perceived value of higher view counts. A greater number of views can influence a video’s ranking in YouTube’s search results and recommended videos, potentially leading to increased organic reach. Historically, the pursuit of higher view counts has been a key strategy for content creators seeking monetization opportunities and wider audience engagement, leading to a market for tools promising rapid view growth.
