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Misleading titles not allowed; YouTube prepares to take action against YouTubers.
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Renjini RamachandranMisleading titles to increase viewer count are no longer allowed. YouTube is preparing to take action against YouTubers. YouTube is preparing to take strict action against those who violate the rules. Google has initiated the new measures to provide a better experience for viewers . YouTube has announced that videos where creators use irrelevant information as thumbnails will be removed. This move is being made to ensure that consumers are not misled .
YouTube has stated that if titles and thumbnails unrelated to the content of the video are used for new news events, it will be considered 'clickbait'. Using catchy titles to attract viewers is called clickbait. This approach can disappoint those who come to YouTube seeking new and important news . Google's goal through this decision is to cleanse YouTube platforms in India.