YouTube is expanding a feature that brings direct messaging and in-app video sharing to more markets. The functionality, which YouTube began testing in November with limited availability in Ireland and Poland, is now rolling out more broadly. After initial expansion to some European countries in March, the feature is moving into additional regions including the United States, the United Kingdom, Brazil, and Singapore, alongside a wider global list of supported countries.
The feature combines in-app chat with the ability to share videos without leaving the YouTube app. Users can open the messaging experience by selecting the messaging icon in YouTube, then invite others to share content and interact. It supports sharing multiple types of YouTube content, including long-form videos, Shorts, and live streams, and is designed for real-time reactions within the conversation.
YouTube’s rollout is described as an expansion to dozens of countries in total, following earlier regional limits. Availability depends on country, with users able to check YouTube’s list of supported locations.
