What is Egregious clickbait ?
Egregious clickbait is another word for misleading clickbait which happens when a video’s title or thumbnail makes promises or claims that the video itself fails to deliver. This is especially problematic with content that focus is on breaking news or current events, as it can leave viewers feeling deceived, frustrated, or misinformed—particularly when they turn to YouTube or other platforms for urgent or significant updates.
Examples:
- A video titled “The President Resigned!” where the video doesn’t mention any presidential resignation.
- A thumbnail labeled “Top Political News” on a video that lacks any actual news coverage.