YOUTUBE TOOLS & RESOURCES TO GROW YOUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Curated by Andrew Kan and Ike Do, these are tools we highly recommend, trust, and vet for YouTube creators. From video editing to analytics, we keep this list updated based on our community feedback and real creator needs.

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YOUTUBE TOOLS WE USE TO GROW

The tools that make the biggest impact on our content - recommended by Andrew Kan and Ike Do

KDCC FAVORITE

OPUSCLIP

CONTENT CREATION

Create YouTube Shorts with AI magic. This tool saves us hours every week turning long-form content into viral shorts.

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KDCC FAVORITE

TUBESPANNER

CHANNEL GROWTH

All-in-one YouTube toolkit for planning, scripting, and optimizing. Our go to for content strategy and channel growth.

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KDCC FAVORITE

ADOBE EXPRESS

CONTENT CREATION

Create stunning thumbnails, graphics, and videos fast. a go to option for professional looking visuals without the learning curve.

Create Content for Free

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CONTENT CREATION TOOLS

Plan, record, and edit faster with tools we trust every week.

OPUSCLIP

CONTENT CREATION

Create YouTube Shorts with AI magic. This tool saves us hours every week turning long-form content into viral shorts.

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ADOBE EXPRESS

CONTENT CREATION

Create stunning thumbnails, graphics, and videos fast. A go-to option for professional looking visuals without the learning curve.

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FOURTHWALL

CONTENT CREATION

Run memberships, sell merch, and share exclusive posts all in one place. The platform The KDCC uses for our community.

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USCREEN

CONTENT CREATION

Build video memberships and sell online courses. Perfect for creators ready to monetize their expertise beyond YouTube.

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KIT.COM

CONTENT CREATION

Write and send beautiful emails for creators and brands. Our email marketing platform of choice for The KDCC newsletter.

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ADOBE PREMIERE PRO

CONTENT CREATION

Pro video editing for YouTube creators. Industry-standard software with AI-powered features to speed up your workflow.

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YOUTUBE GROWTH TOOLS

Plan, optimize, and track what works, from ideas to analytics.

TUBESPANNER

CHANNEL GROWTH

All-in-one YouTube toolkit for planning, scripting, and optimizing. Our go-to for content strategy and channel growth.

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VIDIQ

CHANNEL GROWTH

YouTube growth and SEO tools with keyword research, competitor analysis, and optimization tips built right into YouTube.

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TUBEBUDDY

CHANNEL GROWTH

Use andrewsbuddy for 25% off! Browser extension with powerful workflow tools. Manage your channel faster.

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CREATIVE FUEL

CHANNEL GROWTH

Sparking ideas for creators. Never run out of video concepts with AI-powered brainstorming tailored to your niche.

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OONA

CHANNEL GROWTH

A/B testing for thumbnails and titles. Test what works and let data drive your decisions for maximum CTR.

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CREATOR HOOKS PRO

CHANNEL GROWTH

Generate YouTube titles that grow your channel. AI-powered hook formulas based on what actually gets clicks.

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ROYALTY-FREE MUSIC & SOUND

Music and sound solutions for videos, podcasts, and streams.

SOUNDSTRIPE

AUDIO & MUSIC

Royalty-free music library for creators. Get 10% off with code KDCC on any subscription plan.

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EPIDEMIC SOUND

AUDIO & MUSIC

30-day free trial music for YouTube. Huge library with safe, high-quality tracks and sound effects.

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ARTLIST

AUDIO & MUSIC

Copyright-free music and sound effects. Unlimited downloads with simple, creator-friendly licensing.

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ADOBE PODCASTS

AUDIO & MUSIC

AI-powered audio enhancement for podcasts and videos. Clean up background noise and improve voice quality instantly.

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RODE MICROPHONES

AUDIO & MUSIC

High-quality microphones for podcasting and YouTube. Professional audio capture for every budget.

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VIDEO EDITING & POST-PRODUCTION

Record, edit, and ship faster with pro-grade tools.

ADOBE PREMIERE PRO

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Pro video editing for YouTube creators. Industry-standard software with AI-powered features to speed up your workflow.

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DAVINCI RESOLVE

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Professional editing, color grading, VFX, and audio. Industry-standard software with a powerful free version.

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CINECOM

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Free presets for Premiere Pro and After Effects. Speed up your workflow with professional effects.

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DESCRIPT

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Video transcripts and editing by text. Edit videos like a document—cut words, not timeline.

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GRAPHICS & DESIGN TOOLS

Design and branding helpers for thumbnails and channel assets.

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP

GRAPHICS & DESIGN

Industry-standard photo editing and graphic design. Create custom thumbnails, channel art, and polish your visuals to perfection.

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TUBER TOOLS

GRAPHICS & DESIGN

Easy graphics templates for creators. Pre-made assets to speed up your thumbnail and banner creation.

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UI GRADIENTS

GRAPHICS & DESIGN

Free CSS and JPG gradients for backgrounds. Beautiful color combinations ready to use.

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PEXELS

GRAPHICS & DESIGN

Free stock photos, videos, and sound effects. Massive library with no attribution required.

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CANVA

GRAPHICS & DESIGN

Drag-and-drop design for everyone. Create thumbnails, channel art, and social graphics easily.

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LIVESTREAMING SOFTWARE & TOOLS

Go live with overlays, alerts, and multi-platform chat tools.

OBS STUDIO

LIVESTREAMING

Free open-source streaming and recording software. The gold standard for live content creators.

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STREAMYARD

LIVESTREAMING

Simple, reliable live studio in your browser. Interview guests and go live without downloads.

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RIVERSIDE

LIVESTREAMING

Record and go live from your browser. Studio-quality recordings with separate audio tracks.

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ECAMM LIVE

LIVESTREAMING

Professional live studio for Mac users. Powerful features with an intuitive interface.

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MELD STUDIO

LIVESTREAMING

Go live with perfect audio, flawless video, and cutting-edge performance from Elgato.

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ELGATO MARKETPLACE

LIVESTREAMING

Stream Deck plugins, overlays, and integrations. Expand your setup with thousands of creator-made tools and extensions.

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SOCIAL STREAM NINJA

LIVESTREAMING

Merge live chats from multiple platforms. See all your comments in one unified overlay.

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FAIRLY ODD STREAMERS

LIVESTREAMING

Livestreaming resources and sponsorship opportunities. Newsletter and community for streamers.

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AITUM VERTICAL

LIVESTREAMING

Vertical streaming plugin for OBS. Stream to TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts easily.

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COMMUNITY & ENGAGEMENT

Reply faster and build community with purpose-built tools.

CREATOR KEYBOARD

COMMUNITY

Turbocharge your YouTube comment replies on iOS. Save time with custom shortcuts and templates.

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DISCORD

COMMUNITY

Free chat platform for communities. Voice, video, and text channels to connect with your audience in real-time.

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GHOST

COMMUNITY

Professional blogging platform for creators. Clean, fast publishing with built-in newsletters and membership features.

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FREE TOOLS FOR CREATORS

Free YouTube tools that deliver real value for your channel.

CREATOR MIX

FREE TOOLS

Free background music for creators. Safe, copyright-free tracks you can use in any video.

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YOUTUBE AUDIO LIBRARY

FREE TOOLS

Free music and sound effects from YouTube. Built into YouTube Studio, safe for all videos.

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SOCIAL BLADE

FREE TOOLS

Free channel analytics and rankings. Track any YouTube channel's growth and performance.

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THE KDCC TEAM'S FAVORITES

Merch and gear we personally use and recommend.

OFFICIAL KDCC MERCH

KDCC FAVORITES

Rep The KDCC with official apparel and stickers. All proceeds support the community.

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ANDREW KAN'S GEAR

KDCC FAVORITES

Andrew's current YouTube kit and recommendations. See exactly what gear he uses daily.

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IKE DO'S GEAR

KDCC FAVORITES

Ike's picks for YouTube gear. From cameras to lighting, these are his trusted tools.

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ELGATO CREATOR GEAR

Elgato Stream decks, cameras, mics, and lighting for pro setups!

STREAM DECK MK.2

ELGATO GEAR

Classic stream control deck with 15 customizable keys. Control OBS, StreamYard, and more.

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STREAM DECK NEO

ELGATO GEAR

Budget-friendly macro pad for fast actions. 8 keys perfect for new streamers.

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ELGATO PROMPTER

ELGATO GEAR

Integrated teleprompter with camera mount inside. Read scripts naturally on camera.

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FACECAM PRO

ELGATO GEAR

4K webcam that's sharp and simple. Pro sensor for crystal-clear video quality.

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FACECAM NEO

ELGATO GEAR

1080p webcam for creators on a budget. Great quality without the premium price.

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CAM LINK 4K

ELGATO GEAR

HDMI capture to USB adapter. Turn any camera into a high-quality webcam.

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WAVE:3

ELGATO GEAR

USB microphone with clean audio processing. Broadcast quality without complicated setups.

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WAVE PANELS

ELGATO GEAR

Simple acoustic treatment for better room sound. Reduce echo and improve audio clarity.

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EMBRACE CHAIR

ELGATO GEAR

Ergonomic seating for long sessions. Designed for creators who spend hours at their desk.

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