Step 1: Find the YouTube Channel ID
First, you need the unique ID of the YouTube channel you want to follow. Here’s how to find it:
- Go to the YouTube channel page.
- Look at the channel name and click on "..more" link. This will show "About" popup.
- At the bottom of the popup there is "Share channel" button. Click on it.
- This will open drop down list. Select "Copy channel ID".
Step 2: Create the RSS Feed URL
YouTube provides a standard format for RSS feeds using the channel ID. Here’s the format:
https://www.youtube.com/feeds/videos.xml?channel_id=UCXXXXXXXXX
Replace UCXXXXXXXXX with the actual channel ID you found in the previous step.
Step 3: Add the RSS Feed to Your RSS Radar App
Now that you have the RSS feed URL, follow these steps to add it to your RSS App:
- Open your RSS Radar App.
- Go to the option (plus) to add a new feed.
- Enter the RSS feed URL you created.
- Save the feed and wait for the app to fetch the latest videos.
Step 4: Enjoy Your Content
You’re all set! Now you’ll receive updates in your RSS Radar App whenever new videos are uploaded to the YouTube channel. Enjoy staying up-to-date with all the latest content without having to visit YouTube directly.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Incorrect Channel ID: Make sure the channel ID is correct. Any mistakes will prevent the feed from working.
- Feed Not Updating: Check your internet connection and ensure the RSS Radar App is set to update feeds automatically.
- Missing Videos: Sometimes, there might be a delay in fetching new videos. Adjust the update interval if necessary.
Adding YouTube channel RSS feeds to your RSS Radar App is a great way to keep up with your favorite content creators effortlessly. Happy viewing!