An application or tool which provides an estimate of the number of dislikes a YouTube video has received after YouTube removed the public display of dislike counts. These tools function by extrapolating the approximate number of dislikes based on available data like comments, view counts, and user reports to provide an alternative visualization of audience reaction. For example, if a video receives a high number of negative comments and a low engagement rate relative to its views, a “dislike viewer” tool would estimate a significant number of dislikes.
The availability of estimated dislike counts addresses the needs of content creators, researchers, and general users. Creators leverage these insights to understand audience sentiment and refine content strategy. Researchers employ the data for sentiment analysis and understanding platform dynamics. Individual viewers regain a quick signal of the video’s perceived quality or accuracy, which YouTube’s platform changes removed. Prior to the change, the visual display of negative feedback served as a common indicator. The removal of public dislike counts prompted the development of various methods to approximate this information, fulfilling the demand for a readily available gauge of audience perception.