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Collect YouTube channel stats & contact info with Google Sheets and SerpAPI

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1. Workflow Overview

This advanced n8n automation is a powerful channel research and intelligence gathering tool designed to transform raw YouTube channel data into actionable insights. By intelligently connecting mult...

Best for

  • Lead Generation automation workflows
  • advanced n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.googlesheetstrigger, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.set, n8n-nodes-base.code, n8n-nodes-base.googlesheets, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Yaron Been.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Collect YouTube channel stats & contact info with Google Sheets and SerpAPI
Workflow name
Collect YouTube channel stats & contact info with Google Sheets and SerpAPI

Workflow Overview

This advanced n8n automation is a powerful channel research and intelligence gathering tool designed to transform raw YouTube channel data into actionable insights. By intelligently connecting multiple APIs and data sources, this workflow:

  1. Discovers Channel Metrics:

    • Automatically retrieves channel statistics
    • Captures detailed performance indicators
    • Provides comprehensive channel intelligence
  2. Performs Deep Analysis:

    • Extracts recent video performance data
    • Calculates engagement metrics
    • Aggregates view count insights
  3. Uncovers Contact Information:

    • Attempts to retrieve public email addresses
    • Provides direct outreach opportunities
    • Enhances lead generation capabilities
  4. Seamless Data Logging:

    • Automatically updates Google Sheets
    • Maintains a live intelligence dashboard
    • Preserves historical channel data

Key Benefits

  • 🤖 Full Automation: Continuous channel intelligence gathering
  • 💡 Smart Analysis: Comprehensive performance insights
  • 📊 Real-Time Tracking: Always-updated channel metrics
  • 🔍 Lead Generation: Direct contact information extraction

Workflow Architecture

🔹 Stage 1: Channel Identification

  • Google Sheets Trigger: Detects new channel additions
  • YouTube Data API: Fetches channel statistics
  • Comprehensive Metric Collection:
    • Subscriber count
    • Total view metrics
    • Channel overview

🔹 Stage 2: Video Performance Analysis

  • Recent Video Retrieval: Fetches 5 latest uploads
  • View Count Aggregation:
    • Calculates total recent views
    • Provides engagement snapshot
  • Performance Insights: Measures content effectiveness

🔹 Stage 3: Contact Discovery

  • SerpAPI Integration: Attempts email extraction
  • Public Contact Information:
    • Retrieves available email addresses
    • Supports outreach and networking

🔹 Stage 4: Data Compilation

  • Intelligent Data Formatting
  • Google Sheets Update
  • Live Intelligence Dashboard

Potential Use Cases

  • Marketing Teams: Influencer research
  • Sales Professionals: Lead qualification
  • Content Strategists: Competitive analysis
  • Recruitment Specialists: Talent scouting
  • Business Development: Partnership identification

Setup Requirements

  1. YouTube Data API

    • Google Cloud API credentials
    • Configured API access
  2. SerpAPI Account

    • API key for email extraction
    • Web scraping permissions
  3. Google Sheets

    • Connected Google account
    • Prepared tracking spreadsheet
    • Appropriate sharing settings
  4. n8n Installation

    • Cloud or self-hosted instance
    • Workflow configuration
    • API credential management

Future Enhancement Suggestions

  • 🤖 AI-powered channel scoring
  • 📊 Advanced trend analysis
  • 🔔 Automated alert system
  • 🌐 Multi-platform channel tracking
  • 🧠 Machine learning insights generation

Technical Considerations

  • Implement robust error handling
  • Use exponential backoff for API calls
  • Maintain flexible data extraction strategies
  • Ensure compliance with platform terms of service

Ethical Guidelines

  • Respect content creator privacy
  • Use data for legitimate research
  • Maintain transparent data collection practices
  • Provide opt-out mechanisms

Connect With Me

Ready to unlock YouTube channel insights?

📧 Email: [email protected]

🎥 YouTube: @YaronBeen

💼 LinkedIn: Yaron Been

Transform your channel research with intelligent, automated workflows!

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - New Channel Added

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleSheetsTrigger - googleSheetsTrigger
Config choices
Version 1

Block 2 - Get info about channel

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 3 - Get Channel Stats

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 4 - Get Recent Video Views

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 5 - Prepare views to sum

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices
Version 3.4

Block 6 - Sum Video Views

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 7 - Get Channel Email (SerpAPI)

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 8 - Prepare Sheet Data

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices
Version 3.4

Block 9 - Update Channel Insights

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices
Version 4.5

Block 10 - Sticky Note

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 11 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 12 - Sticky Note2

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 13 - Sticky Note3

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 14 - Sticky Note9

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 15 - Sticky Note4

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Collect YouTube channel stats & contact info with Google Sheets and SerpAPI
Complexity advanced
Nodes 15
Categories Lead Generation
Author Yaron Been
Published 02 Jun 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/4585/4585.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Collect YouTube channel stats & contact info with Google Sheets and SerpAPI do?

This advanced n8n automation is a powerful channel research and intelligence gathering tool designed to transform raw YouTube channel data into actionable insights. By intelligently connecting mult...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Lead Generation use case.