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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Technology
Giuliano de Leon

EXPLAINED: Youtube recap vs spotify wrapped platforms now turning stats into social media trend | Vintage Vibes

YouTube announced its new feature to rival Spotify: YouTube Recap. (Credit: YouTube Official Blog/YouTube)

YouTube released its first YouTube Recap on 2 December 2025. The feature arrived for users worldwide through the platform's homepage and the You tab.

It gives viewers a clear look at their year on YouTube. The launch places YouTube in direct competition with Spotify Wrapped, which rolled out a day later.

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