Latenode
YouTube
Rss.app
Zapier

Automatically sync new YouTube channel videos to an RSS feed

This automation allows users to monitor a specific YouTube channel for new video uploads and automatically generate an RSS feed containing the video details. The feed can then be used in feed readers or other automation tools to stay up-to-date on the latest content from the YouTube channel.

The workflow involves a 'New Video in Channel' trigger that watches for new videos, and a 'Create Item in Feed' action that generates a new feed item with the video's title, description, and source URL. This integration leverages YouTube and Zapier's RSS functionality to provide a convenient way for users to track and distribute their YouTube channel's content.

Updated Apr 2, 2026Est. run: 9sEst. cost: $0.0006
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What this template does

  • Monitors a specified YouTube channel for new video uploads.
  • Automatically generates an RSS feed with the video title, description, and URL.
  • Enables users to subscribe to the RSS feed in feed readers or other automation tools.
  • Ensures users stay up-to-date on the latest content from the YouTube channel.
  • Provides a convenient way to track and distribute the YouTube channel's content.

How it works

1
Trigger

Monitor YouTube Channel

The workflow starts by monitoring a specific YouTube channel for new video uploads using the 'New Video in Channel' trigger.

2
Logic

Process Video Metadata

When a new video is detected, the workflow extracts the video's title, description, and source URL using a custom 'Code' step.

3
Action

Create RSS Feed Item

The extracted video details are then used to create a new item in an RSS feed using the 'Create Item in Feed' action.

4
Action

Publish to RSS Feed

Finally, the new RSS feed item is published using the 'Zapier' action, making the video details available to feed readers and other automation tools.

Setup guide

1

Add YouTube credential in Latenode Credentials

In the Latenode Credentials panel, add your YouTube API credential. This can be an API key or OAuth 2.0 client credential, depending on the YouTube API access you require.

2

Configure 'New Video in Channel' trigger node

In the Latenode visual builder, add a 'New Video in Channel' trigger node. Configure this node with the YouTube channel ID or username you want to monitor for new video uploads.

3

Configure 'Create Item in Feed' action node

Add a 'Create Item in Feed' action node to the workflow. In the node settings, specify the details you want to include in the RSS feed item, such as the video title, description, and source URL.

4

Set the RSS feed settings

In the 'Create Item in Feed' node settings, configure the RSS feed details like the feed title, description, and URL. This will be the public URL of the RSS feed that can be used in feed readers or other automation tools.

5

Test and activate the workflow

Test the workflow by manually triggering the 'New Video in Channel' node or waiting for a new video to be uploaded to the monitored YouTube channel. Once you've verified the RSS feed is being generated correctly, activate the workflow in Latenode.

Requirements

A YouTube account with access to the channel you want to monitor
Permission to create and manage an RSS feed for your YouTube channel
Zapier account with access to the 'New Video in Channel' trigger and 'Create Item in Feed' action
Connectivity between your Zapier account and your YouTube channel

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Common questions about this template

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