- YouTube Shorts are getting a time limit upgrade.
- Creators will soon be able to upload Shorts that are three minutes long.
- The new Shorts upgrade will take effect starting October 15.
YouTube Shorts are getting longer. The platform has announced that starting October 15, creators will be able to upload videos up to three minutes long, a highly requested feature designed to enhance storytelling and engagement.
The increased YouTube Shorts time limit will apply to videos that are square or taller in aspect ratio. It won’t affect any videos creators upload before October 15. YouTube says it’ll also be working to improve recommendations for longer Shorts in the coming months.