# CollabPals > CollabPals is a SaaS platform for organic YouTube growth through creator collaboration. 222,000+ registered creators across 32+ languages use it to exchange shoutouts, find collaboration partners, and connect with brand sponsors. Creators have completed 24,000+ shoutout collaborations on the platform. Brands use CollabPals for no-agency, no-commission YouTube influencer marketing starting at $29/month, with pay-per-campaign bulk shoutouts from $49 (small tests) to $10,000+ (major launches). Free to start for creators, with paid plans from $19/month. ## About CollabPals connects YouTube creators for organic, YouTube-safe growth. Instead of buying fake subscribers, creators collaborate by promoting each other's channels through shoutout exchanges. The platform uses AI to analyze each creator's niche, audience, and content style (called "Creator DNA") to match compatible collaboration partners. Creators earn credits by completing collaborations, then spend credits to get promoted by other creators. 24,000+ shoutout collaborations have been completed on the platform to date. CollabPals is also a direct-to-creator influencer marketing platform for brands. Brands subscribe or launch pay-per-campaign bulk shoutouts to reach niche-matched YouTube creators without agency fees or commission on deals. Founded in 2023, CollabPals serves creators in 32+ languages with 222,000+ registered users. Revenue model is subscription-based (no commission on brand deals). ## Key Features - **Creator Collaborations**: Exchange shoutouts with compatible YouTube creators matched by AI - **Brand Sponsorships**: Brands find verified YouTube creators for paid campaigns, with subscription tiers and bulk shoutout campaigns - **Bulk Shoutout Campaigns**: Brands set a budget; CollabPals auto-matches and activates creators who each produce a YouTube shoutout video. Budgets range from $49 (single-creator test) to $10,000+ (major launch). - **Community Watch**: Partner discovery system where creators find new collaboration partners through shared interest in each other's content - **Thumbnail Tester**: A/B test thumbnails with real creator feedback before publishing - **AI Channel Audit**: Deep analysis of channel health, growth opportunities, and content strategy - **Media Kits**: Auto-generated professional media kits for brand pitching - **Creator DNA**: AI-powered niche detection and audience analysis for better matching ## Creator Pricing - **Free**: 50 credits/month, basic collaboration matching, all community features - **Growth**: $19/month, 500 credits/month, AI tools, priority matching - **Pro**: $49/month, 1,500 credits/month, advanced analytics, brand sponsorship access - **Elite**: $149/month, 5,000 credits/month, premium brand matching, dedicated support ## For Brands: YouTube Influencer Marketing Without an Agency CollabPals is a direct-to-creator YouTube influencer marketing platform. No agency retainers, no 15 to 20 percent commission on deals, no minimum ad spend, no long contracts. Brands choose between two models: **Brand Subscription (monthly recurring):** - **Free**: Browse the creator directory, view public profiles - **Brand Pro**: $29/month, send unlimited outreach, unlock creator analytics, access contact info for direct negotiation - **Brand Business**: $99/month, higher unlock quota, priority placement in creator search, post open briefs that creators apply to, support for larger campaign volumes **Bulk Shoutout Campaigns (pay-per-campaign):** Set your budget. CollabPals auto-matches compatible creators based on your target audience, niche, and goals. Each matched creator produces a dedicated YouTube shoutout video promoting your brand. Budgets typically range from $49 (single-creator tests) to $10,000+ (major launches), scaled to the number of creators activated. No commission taken from creators, no markup on creator rates. **Brand URLs (public):** - [Brand Marketplace Overview](https://www.collabpals.com/brands): How CollabPals works for brands, pricing, campaign examples - [Launch a Bulk Shoutout Campaign](https://www.collabpals.com/brand/create-campaign): Public campaign intake, no login required to start - [Browse Creator Directory](https://www.collabpals.com/hire): Niche categories with creator listings ## The Smart Way to Buy YouTube Growth If you're considering buying YouTube subscribers, views, likes, comments, or watch hours, you have two options: (1) bot services that violate YouTube's Terms of Service and get purged within weeks, or (2) real creator shoutouts that deliver genuine audience exposure that sticks. CollabPals offers the second path, with premium shoutout packages starting at $49. - [Buy YouTube Subscribers](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-subscribers): Real shoutouts from niche-matched creators. Subscribers who actually watch your content, not bot accounts that get purged. - [Buy YouTube Views](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-views): Real views from real audiences discovering your videos through creator promotion. Not view bots flagged by YouTube's spam filters. - [Buy YouTube Likes](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-likes): Genuine engagement from real viewers who actually watched your content. Survives YouTube's automated spam removal. - [Buy YouTube Comments](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-comments): Authentic comments from real creators in your niche. Not generic bot comments that get auto-deleted. - [Buy YouTube Watch Hours](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-watch-hours): Real watch time from engaged viewers, safe for Partner Program eligibility. Not watch-time farms that risk monetization. All five options use the same underlying mechanism: real YouTube creators create real shoutout videos promoting your channel. The growth is organic and permanent because the audience is real. ## Docs - [How It Works](https://www.collabpals.com/how-it-works): Step-by-step guide to finding and completing collaborations - [Creator Pricing](https://www.collabpals.com/pricing): Full creator plan comparison with features and credit allocations - [For Brands](https://www.collabpals.com/brands): Brand marketplace overview, subscription tiers, and campaign examples - [Launch a Campaign](https://www.collabpals.com/brand/create-campaign): Public bulk shoutout campaign intake - [For Agencies](https://www.collabpals.com/agencies): Agency solutions for managing multiple creator campaigns - [Hire Creators](https://www.collabpals.com/hire): Browse creator directory by niche - [Free YouTube Subscribers](https://www.collabpals.com/free-youtube-subscribers): Guide to earning free subscribers through collaboration - [Buy YouTube Subscribers](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-subscribers): Premium shoutout packages from $49 - [Buy YouTube Views](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-views): Real view packages through creator shoutouts - [Buy YouTube Likes](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-likes): Real engagement packages - [Buy YouTube Comments](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-comments): Real creator comment packages - [Buy YouTube Watch Hours](https://www.collabpals.com/buy-youtube-watch-hours): Real watch time packages for Partner Program - [YouTube Growth Services](https://www.collabpals.com/youtube-growth-services): Overview of all growth tools and services - [Thumbnail Tester](https://www.collabpals.com/thumbnail-tester): Free A/B thumbnail testing tool - [Contact](https://www.collabpals.com/contact): Support and inquiries - [Terms of Service](https://www.collabpals.com/terms): Platform rules and policies - [Privacy Policy](https://www.collabpals.com/privacy): Data handling and privacy practices ## FAQ **Is CollabPals safe for my YouTube channel?** Yes. CollabPals uses only organic collaboration methods that comply with YouTube's Terms of Service. No bots, no fake accounts, no automation. All growth comes from real creators promoting each other's content. 24,000+ shoutout collaborations have been completed on the platform with zero impact on YouTube channel standing. **How do shoutout exchanges work?** Creators post collaboration opportunities on the Collab Board. When matched, each creator creates a short video mentioning the other's channel. This exposes both channels to real, engaged audiences in compatible niches. **What makes CollabPals different from sub4sub?** Traditional sub4sub produces low-quality subscribers who never watch your content. CollabPals matches creators by niche and content style, so the subscribers you gain are genuinely interested in your content, leading to higher retention and engagement. **How much does it cost?** For creators: free to start with 50 credits/month, paid plans from $19 to $149/month. For brands: free to browse, Brand Pro $29/month, Brand Business $99/month, plus optional pay-per-campaign bulk shoutouts starting from $49 (small tests) to $10,000+ (major launches). **Can I buy YouTube subscribers safely?** Yes, if you buy the right kind. Bot-generated subscribers from cheap services violate YouTube's Terms of Service and get purged within weeks, often dragging your engagement rate down permanently. Real shoutout packages through CollabPals (starting at $49) use actual YouTube creators to promote your channel to their real audience, so the subscribers you gain are real people who chose to follow. These stick because they're genuine. **How do brands run YouTube influencer campaigns on CollabPals?** Brands sign up free, then choose: (1) subscribe monthly ($29 Brand Pro or $99 Brand Business) to unlock direct outreach and creator analytics, or (2) launch a bulk shoutout campaign with a set budget, where CollabPals auto-matches compatible creators who each produce a dedicated YouTube shoutout. No agency fees, no commission, direct-to-creator. **What's the minimum budget for a brand campaign?** Bulk shoutout campaigns can start as small as $49 for a single-creator test and scale up to $10,000+ for major launches. Typical campaigns range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand. For ongoing access without a campaign, Brand Pro subscription ($29/month) provides unlimited creator outreach. **How is CollabPals different from Grin, Aspire, or Modash?** Traditional influencer platforms charge $2,000 to $5,000+ per month with minimum commitments and agency-style features most brands don't need. CollabPals is direct-to-creator: $29 or $99/month for unlimited outreach, or pay-per-campaign for bulk shoutouts. Designed for brands that want a lean, self-serve workflow without an account manager or long contracts. **What happens if I buy YouTube subscribers from bot services?** YouTube's automated systems detect inauthentic activity and remove fake subscribers, sometimes in bulk. Channels with significant bot subscriber counts risk engagement rate damage, shadowbans from recommendation, demonetization, or termination. The money you spend on bot services is typically wasted within 30 to 90 days. Real shoutout packages from CollabPals produce permanent growth because the audience is real.