YouTube releases the first summary of the videos you’ve ever watched

It’s that time of year when companies roll out Spotify Wrapped-like end-of-year summaries, allowing users to revisit the content they’ve engaged with the most. While YouTube has provided a summary of YouTube Music over the past few years, the platform Announce On Tuesday, it will now launch a separate experience for videos watched on the main service.

YouTube Recap features up to 12 custom cards that highlight a user’s top channels and interests, evolve their viewing habits, and determine their personality type based on their viewing preferences.

For example, the “Skill Builder” personality type goes to users who are attracted to content that helps develop skills, while “Sunshiners” gravitate towards content that spreads positivity. Trailblazers watches original content that challenges the norm.

Other personality types include “Seeker of Wonders,” “Connector,” “Dreamer,” and others.

Users will also be able to see the year’s top artists and songs, but can get deeper insights in the YouTube Music app through the annual YouTube Music Recap, which began rolling out last week.

Recap is available starting today for YouTubers in North America, and will roll out globally this week. Users can find their summary directly on the YouTube homepage or under the You tab. Summaries can be accessed on mobile and desktop devices.

YouTube says the new feature was requested by users, and that it conducted more than 50 different concept tests before arriving at the final product.

Along with the launch of Recap, YouTube also released trend charts showcasing the top creators, podcasts, and songs of the year.

MrBeast took first place for Best Creator for the sixth year in a row. “The Joe Rogan Experience” went to No. 1 on the podcast, while Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga took first place for Best Song for “Die with a Smile.”

YouTube Recap arrives the same day Restart Apple Music and Amazon Music 2025 has been delivered. Spotify has yet to release its long-awaited Wrapped app, suggesting other companies are looking to make the leap in social media engagement.