The acquisition of complimentary, immediate channel followers on the YouTube platform is a practice pursued by some content creators. This strategy aims to rapidly inflate the perceived popularity of a channel. An example would be a new channel attempting to quickly gain a substantial number of followers without organic growth.
The perceived benefits include an enhanced initial impression, attracting subsequent authentic subscribers due to the channel’s seemingly established presence. Historically, the pursuit of rapid audience growth, even through artificial means, has been a common tactic in online marketing to generate buzz and visibility. However, the long-term advantages of this approach are often questionable.