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Best prompts for YouTube descriptions using competitor content analysis

13 copy-ready prompts to analyze competitor YouTube content and generate SEO-optimized, conversion-focused video descriptions. Each prompt is practical, specific, and includes a realistic example you can paste and use immediately.

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You spend hours crafting the perfect YouTube video, only to watch it get buried because your description reads like a robotic afterthought. Meanwhile, your competitors are pulling thousands of views with descriptions that somehow hook viewers from the first line and convert browsers into subscribers. The worst part? You know your content is better, but their descriptions are doing the heavy lifting you wish yours could do.
This collection of 13 battle-tested prompts transforms your approach to YouTube descriptions by reverse-engineering what actually works for your competitors. Instead of guessing at keywords or copying generic templates, you'll analyze real competitor content to create SEO-optimized descriptions, strategic CTAs, and engagement-driving copy that matches your niche's proven patterns. From quick Shorts descriptions to comprehensive educational content with timestamps, these prompts turn competitor research into your secret weapon for descriptions that actually convert views into subscribers and clicks into sales.
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Competitive SEO Short Description (150–250 words)
You are an expert YouTube SEO writer. Analyze the following competitor descriptions and produce a 150–250 word description for my video. Include: a 1–2 sentence hook, top 5 SEO keywords (comma-separated), a short 1-line CTA, 3 relevant hashtags, and a 1-sentence pinned comment suggestion. Maintain the provided tone and include no more than two links. Inputs: - VIDEO_TITLE: [How to Bake Sourdough at Home — Beginner Friendly] - TONE: [friendly, encouraging] - TARGET_KEYWORDS: [sourdough, sourdough starter, beginner sourdough, bread recipe, sourdough tips] - COMPETITOR_DESCRIPTIONS: ["Baker's Journal: Learn step-by-step how to build a starter and bake a crusty loaf. Full recipe below.", "Sourdough School: Beginner's guide with timings and troubleshooting. See timestamps for each step."] - TRANSCRIPT_SNIPPET: ["mix flour and water, let autolyse for 30 minutes, fold every 30 minutes, bake at 475F"] Output structure: Hook, 3–4 sentence body with keywords, 1-line CTA, Hashtags line, Top 5 keywords line, Pinned comment suggestion.
Analyze competitor descriptions and craft a concise, keyword-optimized description with a strong hook and CTA.
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Long-Form Description with Timestamps & Chapters
Analyze the competitor timestamps and descriptions, then draft a long-form YouTube description (350–600 words) including: 8–10 clear chapter titles with timestamps, a short summary paragraph, three resource links, top 7 keywords, and a CTA. Use this input: - VIDEO_TITLE: [Full-Body At-Home HIIT Workout — 30 Minutes] - TRANSCRIPT: [provide full transcript or key timestamps/snippets] - COMPETITOR_CHAPTERS: ["00:00 Warm up - FitnessPro", "02:00 HIIT Circuit 1 - FitAtHome", "15:00 Cooldown - HomeFitnessHub"] - TARGET_AUDIENCE: [busy adults, intermediate level] Produce polished timestamps and chapter names consistent with competitors but uniquely phrased. Ensure readability and include 'Subscribe' CTA and link placeholders.
Create a detailed long description with chapter titles and timestamps derived from competitor chapter patterns and the transcript.
3
Three A/B Description Variants Based on Competitor Hooks
Given these competitor openings and target keywords, generate 3 distinct description variants (each 2–4 short paragraphs). For each variant include: Hook (1 line), 2–3 supporting lines, CTA, 2–3 hashtags, and which header line to test as the pinned comment. Inputs: - VIDEO_TITLE: [How to Use Lightroom Presets for Consistent Instagram Photos] - COMPETITOR_OPENINGS: ["Instant edits with one click — EditFix", "From dull to vibrant: step-by-step — PhotoGuru"] - TARGET_KEYWORDS: [Lightroom presets, Instagram edits, photo editing tips] Keep variants focused on different conversion triggers: urgency, simplicity, and credibility.
Produce three short A/B variants with distinct opening hooks and keyword emphases modeled on competitor openings. Useful for rapid testing.
4
Playlist & Series Description for Episodic Content
Use competitor series descriptions and episode lists to produce a 120–200 word playlist/series description plus an episode-specific blurb. Include: series overview, learning outcomes, links placeholders for Episode 1 and Episode 3, top 5 series keywords, and recommended watch order. Inputs: - SERIES_TITLE: [Mastering Guitar: 6-Week Beginner Course] - EPISODE_TITLE: [Week 2 — Basic Chords & Strumming] - COMPETITOR_SERIES: ["GuitarEasy: 8-week beginner course with practice plans", "StrumPro: weekly chord challenges and play-alongs"] Tone: encouraging, structured.
Create a series/playlist description that references competitor series structure and explains the episode's place in the series with links to previous/next episodes.
5
Affiliate/Product-Focused Description from Competitor Product Mentions
Analyze competitor descriptions for product names and positioning, then create a product-focused description including: 2 product benefit bullets, 2 affiliate link placeholders, an FTC-compliant disclosure line, a 1-line testimonial-style social proof adapted from competitors, and 3 product-related hashtags. Inputs: - VIDEO_TITLE: [Top 5 Budget Laptops 2025 — Best Value Picks] - COMPETITOR_PRODUCTS_MENTIONED: ["TechValley: XYZ Ultrabook 14 — great battery life", "LaptopLab: Affordable Performer — ABC NoteBook 15"] - TONE: impartial, reviewer Output length: 80–140 words.
Scan competitor descriptions for product mentions and craft a compliant product-focused description: product features, affiliate links, short disclaimer, and one testimonial line.
6
Short Description + Hashtags + Pinned Comment for Shorts
From competitor shorts and descriptions, write a punchy 1–2 sentence description for a YouTube Short, include 4 hashtags and a pinned comment question to boost engagement. Inputs: - VIDEO_TITLE: [30-Second Healthy Breakfast Smoothie Recipe] - COMPETITOR_SHORTS: ["QuickBites: 15-sec smoothie hacks #smoothie", "FitFuel: fast breakfast ideas #mealprep"] Tone: energetic Output maximum: 40–60 words total including hashtags and pinned comment.
Generate a compact description optimized for Shorts with a hook, 1-line description, 4 hashtags, and a pinned comment prompt that encourages engagement.
7
Multilingual Description (EN + Spanish) with Competitor Localization
Analyze competitor multilingual descriptions and provide: an English description (100–180 words) optimized for specified keywords, then a native-sounding Spanish translation localized for Spain/Latin America (choose one). Include localized hashtags, and a short note indicating which keywords were localized. Inputs: - VIDEO_TITLE: [Meditation for Sleep — 20-Min Guided Relaxation] - TARGET_KEYWORDS_EN: [meditation for sleep, guided relaxation, sleep meditation] - PREFERRED_SPANISH_VARIANT: [Latin America] - COMPETITOR_MULTILINGUAL: ["CalmNow: guided sleep meditations (EN/ES)", "SleepBetter: translations with localized phrases"] Tone: soothing.
Produce an English description and a Spanish localized version based on competitor translations and keyword mapping.
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