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- Overview
- Installation & Setup
- Getting Started
- Main Features
- Account Management
- Settings Configuration
- Comment Templates & Spintax
- Running the Bot
- Monitoring & Status
- Troubleshooting
- Best Practices
- FAQ
The YouTube Comment Bot is a powerful automation tool designed to help content creators and marketers engage with YouTube videos through intelligent commenting. The bot supports multiple YouTube accounts, advanced filtering options, and sophisticated comment generation using both nested spintax templates and AI Context-Aware Commenting.
- Multi-Account Support: Manage and rotate between multiple YouTube accounts
- Smart Commenting: Skip videos you've already commented on
- Advanced Filtering: Filter videos by upload date, view count, comment count, and duration
- Spintax Support: Create varied comments using nested spintax syntax
- Scheduling: Set specific times for comment posting
- Dry Run Mode: Test your setup without actually posting comments
- Real-time Monitoring: Track success/failure rates and comment history
- Windows 10/11
- Internet connection
- YouTube account(s) with commenting permissions
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Download the Application
- Download the latest version from your distribution source
- The application comes as a single executable file
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First Launch
- Run the executable file
- No additional setup required
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Client Secret Setup
- The application no longer comes with pre-configured client secrets.
- You will need to create your own client secrets to use.
- The more you create, the more API calls you will get.
- Creator Assistant is made to be used with as many client_secrets as you want.
- Create a folder named "clients" in the same directory as the exe.
- This is where you will keep your client_secret.json files.
- (For more info see client_secrets.md)
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Launch the Application
- Double-click the executable to start
- Wait for the splash screen to complete
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Authenticate Your YouTube Account
- Go to the "Accounts" tab
- Click "Add Account"
- Follow the authentication process in your browser
- Make sure that your YouTube accounts have a "channel" created
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Configure Basic Settings
- Set your keywords in the "Main" tab
- Add your comment templates
- Configure basic bot settings
- Purpose: Define what videos the bot should search for
- Format: Comma-separated keywords (e.g., "python tutorial, coding tips, programming")
- Tips: Use specific, relevant keywords for better targeting
- Purpose: Define what comments to post
- Spintax Support: Use
{option1|option2|option3}for variation - Nested Spintax:
{Great|Awesome|Amazing} {video|content|tutorial}! {Thanks|Appreciate} for sharing. - Multiple Comments: Add one comment template per line
- Real-time Preview: See how many unique variations your templates will generate
- Length Analysis: Monitor minimum and maximum comment lengths
- Validation: Ensure your spintax syntax is correct
Videos per Keyword
- Set how many videos to process for each keyword
- Recommended: 3-5 for balanced activity
Delay Settings
- Format:
min,max(e.g., "90,180" for 90-180 seconds between comments) - Purpose: Avoid detection and respect YouTube's rate limits
- Recommended: 120-300 seconds for safety
Upload Date Filter
- Anytime: No date restrictions
- Last Hour: Very recent videos only
- Today: Videos uploaded today
- This Week: Videos from the past week
- This Month: Videos from the past month
- This Year: Videos from the current year
View Count Filter
- Min Views: Minimum view count (e.g., 1000)
- Max Views: Maximum view count (e.g., 100000)
- Purpose: Target videos with an appropriate audience size
Comments Count Filter
- Min Comments: Minimum comment count
- Max Comments: Maximum comment count
- Purpose: Target videos with active engagement
Video Duration Filter
- Any: No duration restrictions
- Short (<4 min): Quick videos
- Medium (4-20 min): Standard length
- Long (>20 min): Long-form content
Dry Run Mode
- Purpose: Test your configuration without posting actual comments
- Use Case: Perfect for testing new templates and settings
- Output: All actions are logged, but no comments are posted
- Navigate to Accounts Tab
- Click "Add Account"
- Complete Authentication
- Browser will open for YouTube authentication
- Grant necessary permissions
- Account will be added to your "authenticated" directory
Account Rotation
- Automatic: Bot can cycle through accounts for each comment
- Manual Selection: Choose a specific account for next job
- Status Tracking: Monitor which accounts are active
Account Information
- Channel Name: Display name of the YouTube channel
- Last Used: Timestamp of last activity
- Status: Active/Inactive status
Best Practices
- Use 3-5 accounts for optimal performance
- Ensure accounts have different IP addresses (use proxies if needed)
- Rotate accounts regularly to avoid detection
- Monitor account health and quota limits
Videos per Keyword
- Range: less than 50 recommended
- Purpose: Control how many videos to process per keyword
- Balance: More videos = more activity, but higher risk
Delay Between Comments
- Minimum: 60 seconds (absolute minimum)
- Recommended: 120-300 seconds
- Maximum: 600+ seconds for maximum safety
- If cycling multi accounts, the more accs you use = the lower delay you can put
Upload Date Strategy
- Recent Content: Use "Last Hour" or "Today" for trending topics
- Established Content: Use "This Week" or "This Month" for stable engagement
- Evergreen Content: Use "Anytime" for broad reach
View Count Strategy
- New Channels: Target 100-10,000 views
- Growing Channels: Target 1,000-100,000 views
- Established Channels: Target 10,000+ views
Comment Count Strategy
- Active Communities: Target videos with 10+ comments
- Growing Engagement: Target videos with 5-50 comments
- New Content: Target videos with 0-10 comments
Simple Variations
{Great|Awesome|Amazing} video!
Multiple Variations
{Thanks|Appreciate} for the {helpful|useful|valuable} {tutorial|guide|tips}!
Nested Variations
This is {so {helpful|useful}|{absolutely|really} {amazing|incredible}}! I {can't believe|never thought} I'd {find|come across} something like this.
Context-Aware Comments
AI-powered context-aware comments are Coming Soon!
Variation Guidelines
- Use 3-5 options per variation for optimal diversity
- Keep variations similar in length and tone
- Test templates with the Spintax Helper before using
Content Guidelines
- Keep comments genuine and relevant
- Avoid spammy language
- Use proper grammar and spelling
- Match the video's tone and content
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Verify Settings
- Check keywords and comment templates
- Confirm account authentication
- Review filter settings
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Choose Mode
- Live Mode: Default
- Dry Run: Test without posting (recommended first)
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Start the Bot
- Click "Start Bot" in the Main tab
- Monitor progress in the Status tab
Search Process
- Bot searches for videos using your keywords
- Applies filters (date, views, comments, duration)
- Checks if you've already commented
- Generates comment using spintax
- Posts comment (if not in dry run mode)
- Waits for specified delay
- Repeats for next video
Account Rotation Mode
- Bot automatically cycles through authenticated accounts
- Each comment uses a different account
- Prevents overuse of individual accounts
Status Tab Features
- Real-time Logs: See what the bot is doing
- Success/Failure Counters: Track performance
- Error Logs: Identify and resolve issues
- Comment History: Review posted comments
Live Activity Feed
- Real-time updates of bot activity
- Search results and video information
- Comment posting confirmations
- Error messages and warnings
Performance Metrics
- Success Rate: Percentage of successful comments
- Total Comments: Number of comments posted
- Failed Attempts: Comments that couldn't be posted
- Account Status: Health of authenticated accounts
Common Issues
- Authentication Errors: Account needs re-authentication
- Quota Exceeded: Daily comment limit reached
- Network Issues: Connection problems
- Video Restrictions: Comments disabled on video
Error Resolution
- Check account authentication status
- Verify network connection
- Review video-specific restrictions
- Adjust delay settings if needed
- Quota Detection: Fixed overly aggressive quota exceeded detection
- Comment Verification: Improved comment verification reliability
- Error Handling: Better error messages and recovery
- Syntax Fixes: Resolved compilation issues
- Enhanced Verification: More reliable comment posting confirmation
- Better Quota Management: Smarter client secret cycling
- Improved Error Messages: Clearer feedback on issues
- Robust Verification: Multiple verification methods for comments
- Processing Delays: Added delays for YouTube comment processing
- Author ID Verification: Check comments by channel ID
- Dual Search Methods: Multiple verification approaches
- Better Text Matching: Exact and partial match detection
Bot Won't Start
- Check Authentication: Ensure at least one account is authenticated
- Verify Keywords: Make sure keywords are entered
- Review Settings: Check all required settings are configured
No Videos Found
- Broaden Keywords: Use more general terms
- Adjust Filters: Relax view count or date restrictions
- Check Keywords: Ensure keywords are relevant and popular
Comments Not Posting
- Check Account Status: Verify accounts are authenticated
- Review Quota Limits: Accounts may have reached daily limits
- Verify Video Settings: Some videos may have comments disabled
High Failure Rate
- Increase Delays: Longer delays between comments
- Check Account Health: Some accounts may be flagged
- Review Comment Templates: Ensure comments are appropriate
Speed vs. Safety
- Fast Mode: 60-120 second delays (higher risk)
- Balanced Mode: 120-300 second delays (recommended)
- Safe Mode: 300+ second delays (maximum safety)
Account Management
- Regular Rotation: Use 3-5 accounts
- Monitor Health: Watch for quota issues
- IP Diversity: Use different IP addresses if possible
Quality Over Quantity
- Focus on relevant, valuable comments
- Avoid generic or spammy language
- Engage genuinely with content
Template Design
- Create multiple variations
- Test templates before using
- Keep comments concise but meaningful
Account Health
- Don't overuse individual accounts
- Monitor quota limits regularly
- Rotate accounts frequently
Safety Measures
- Use appropriate delays
- Avoid commenting on restricted content
- Monitor for account warnings
Keyword Selection
- Use specific, relevant keywords
- Avoid overly broad terms
- Research trending topics
Targeting Strategy
- Focus on videos with moderate engagement
- Avoid over-saturated content
- Target channels in your niche
Q: Is this tool safe to use? A: Yes, when used responsibly. Follow the guidelines, use appropriate delays, and avoid spammy behavior.
Q: How many accounts should I use? A: 3-5 accounts is optimal. More accounts provide better rotation but require more management.
Q: Can I get banned for using this tool? A: Following best practices minimizes risk. Use appropriate delays, quality comments, and don't overuse accounts.
Q: Why is the bot not finding videos? A: Check your keywords, adjust filters, or try broader search terms.
Q: How do I know if my comments are posting? A: Check the Status tab for real-time logs and success counters.
Q: What if an account gets quota exceeded? A: The bot will automatically switch to other accounts. Wait 24 hours for quota reset.
Q: What delay should I use? A: 120-300 seconds is recommended for safety. Longer delays are safer but slower.
Q: How many videos per keyword? A: 3-5 videos per keyword is a good balance between activity and safety.
Q: Should I use dry run mode? A: Yes, always test your setup with dry run mode before going live.
- Check the Status tab for error messages
- Review the troubleshooting section
- Ensure all settings are configured correctly
- The application includes automatic font installation
- No manual updates required for basic functionality
- Check for new versions periodically
- Always use dry run mode for testing
- Monitor your accounts for any warnings
- Follow YouTube's community guidelines
- Use appropriate delays between comments
This guide covers all major features and best practices for using the YouTube Comment Bot effectively and safely. For additional support or questions, refer to the troubleshooting section or contact your system administrator.