【Official】 YouTube, Video Summary 'Recap 2025' First Revealed... "Spotify, step aside! My viewing personality is 'Philosopher'?"

"Are you an Adventurer, or a Dreamer?" YouTube has thrown down the gauntlet to Spotify's 'Wrapped'. The year-end summary, which has been limited to music, has now expanded to encompass all of YouTube's essence: 'videos'.

On the 2nd (local time), YouTube officially unveiled the 'YouTube Recap 2025', summarizing viewing records for the year 2025. This is a result of years of user requests and will be sequentially distributed worldwide starting from North America this week.

◆ "Data Tells Your Personality"

The core of this recap is the analysis of 'Personality Types' based on users' viewing patterns. YouTube classifies users into ▲Adventurer ▲Skill Builder ▲Creative Spirit ▲Sunshiner ▲Wonder Seeker ▲Connector ▲Philosopher ▲Dreamer through AI analysis.

According to YouTube data, the most common types were the positive 'Sunshiner' and the curious 'Wonder Seeker', while the deep content indulgers, 'Philosopher' and 'Dreamer', were found to be the rarest types.

◆ 50 Revisions... Details Matter

YouTube put significant effort into this feature. During the development process, it underwent 9 rounds of feedback and over 50 concept tests. As a result, it visualized the most-watched channels, changes in interests, and viewing habits through up to 12 customized cards in an intuitive visual format.

◆ 'King of YouTube' MrBeast & 'Global Queen' Rosé

In the '2025 Trend Chart' released alongside the recap, MrBeast maintained his position as 'Top Creator' for the 6th consecutive year, showcasing his immortal popularity. In the podcast category, 'The Joe Rogan Experience' took the top spot.

In the music category, the collaboration song 'APT.' by South Korea's Rosé and Bruno Mars showed strength, proving to be one of the biggest hits of 2025.

◆ How to Check?

'YouTube Recap 2025' can be checked on both the mobile app and desktop website. By accessing the YouTube homepage or the 'You' tab, users can view their 2025 viewing records through a banner and download individual cards or share them on social media.