Turn your videos into YouTube Shorts automatically
Import any YouTube video by URL. AI finds the best 60-second moments and renders them as vertical Shorts ready to upload.
Create YouTube Shorts clips freeYouTube Shorts video specs
YouTube Shorts best practices
Videos must be 60 seconds or under AND vertical to be classified as Shorts
Post 3-5 Shorts per week for optimal channel growth
Shorts bring in new subscribers — add a CTA to subscribe or watch the full video
Strong hooks are even more critical on Shorts — viewers swipe away in 1-2 seconds
Use #Shorts in the title or description (YouTube auto-detects, but it helps)
Shorts and long-form feed different algorithmic systems — both benefit your channel
How Kllivo makes YouTube Shorts clips easy
Import directly from YouTube
Paste your video URL — Kllivo downloads and processes it. No need to download and re-upload your own content.
Clips under 60 seconds
AI generates clips within YouTube Shorts' 60-second limit, ensuring they're properly classified as Shorts.
Drive traffic to full videos
Each Short is a trailer for your long-form content. Add a pinned comment linking to the full video.
Frequently asked questions
- Do Shorts help grow a YouTube channel?
- Yes. Shorts get surfaced on the Shorts shelf to millions of users. Many creators report Shorts driving 50-80% of new subscriber growth.
- What if my clip is 62 seconds?
- YouTube won't classify it as a Short. Kllivo's AI typically generates clips well within the 60-second limit. You can also trim in the editor.
- Can I monetize YouTube Shorts?
- Yes. YouTube's Shorts monetization shares ad revenue with creators based on views. The more Shorts you post, the more you can earn.
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