YouTube was launched in which year?

YouTube was launched in 2005 by three former PayPal employees – Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim. The platform quickly became the world’s most popular video-sharing website.

Key Facts in Simple Words:

• Launch Year: February 2005


• First Video: "Me at the Zoo" uploaded by Jawed Karim in April 2005


• Growth: Gained millions of users within its first year


• Acquisition: Purchased by Google in 2006 for $1.65 billion

Why is YouTube important?

YouTube changed the way people share and watch videos online. It gave everyone a chance to create content, learn new skills, and connect with a global audience. Today, it is one of the most visited websites in the world and a major platform for education, entertainment, and news.