# vidIQ

> vidIQ builds AI-powered software for YouTube creators - analytics, keyword research, thumbnails, scripts, and an AI Coach trained on channel data. Founded in 2011 by veterans of Viddler, the San Francisco company helps more than 20 million creators figure out what to post, why it works, and what to do next.

- **Founded:** 2011
- **Headquarters:** San Francisco, California, United States
- **Founders:** Rob Sandie (Co-founder & CEO), Todd Troxell (Co-founder), James Cross (Co-founder)
- **Team size:** ~130
- **Products:** vidIQ Chrome Extension, AI Coach, Keyword Research & Trend Discovery, Thumbnails v2, AI Script Writer
- **Notable:** YouTube Certified since 2013, Surpassed 20 million creators using the platform, Backed by Mark Cuban, Techstars, and angel heavyweights

## Products & services

- **vidIQ Chrome Extension** — Overlays SEO scores, keyword opportunities, and competitor metrics directly on YouTube.
- **AI Coach** — GPT-powered assistant that uses your channel's data to diagnose stalled videos, propose ideas, and audit your channel.
- **Keyword Research & Trend Discovery** — Find searches with real volume, plus trending topics in your niche.
- **Thumbnails v2** — AI thumbnail generation and A/B testing using proven templates.
- **AI Script Writer** — Generates YouTube-optimized scripts and hooks based on your channel voice.
- **Competitor Tracking** — Track rival channels, scorecards, and what's working in your category.
- **Coaching Plan** — One-on-one coaching from human YouTube experts paired with the software.

## Achievements

- YouTube Certified since 2013
- Surpassed 20 million creators using the platform
- Backed by Mark Cuban, Techstars, and angel heavyweights
- Reached ~$8.9M ARR with a lean ~130-person team

## Latest updates

- **2025-08** — Summer 2025 Drop: Thumbnails v2, AI Script Writer, Shorts Scorecard
- **2024** — AI Coach upgraded with GPT-4 and deeper channel-context awareness

## Links

- Website: https://vidiq.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vidiq
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/vidiq
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/vidiq
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vidiq/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vidIQapp
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vidiq

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Last updated: 2026-05-22