Create spine-chilling horror content that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats
Why Horror is a Goldmine for Faceless Channels
Horror content has unique advantages that make it perfect for AI-generated faceless videos
High RPM ($8-15)
Horror attracts premium advertisers. True crime and mystery channels often earn 2-3x the average YouTube RPM.
High Watch Time
Viewers stay glued to scary content. Horror has some of the highest average view duration on YouTube.
Loyal Subscribers
Horror fans are dedicated. They subscribe, turn on notifications, and binge-watch entire channels.
Profitable Horror Niches
Choose a horror sub-niche that matches your interests
True Crime
$10-20
Real crime stories and investigations
Creepypasta
$8-12
Internet horror stories and legends
Paranormal
$8-15
Ghost stories and supernatural events
Mystery/Unsolved
$10-18
Unsolved cases and mysteries
Simply enter your horror story topic and AutoClips creates the complete video
See How Easy It Is
Watch AutoClips create engaging content in minutes
How to Create Horror Videos with AI
Find Your Horror Story
Source stories from Reddit (r/nosleep, r/creepypasta), true crime databases, urban legends, or create original content. Focus on stories with strong hooks and suspenseful pacing.
Content Ideas:
Choose Your Video Style
Use Character Explainer for narrator-style horror (great for Reddit stories), Faceless AI for documentary-style true crime, or 3D Animation for cinematic horror scenes.
Character Narrator
Documentary Style
3D Cinematic
Generate & Customize
AI creates your video with eerie voiceovers, atmospheric visuals, and timed captions. Adjust voice speed for dramatic effect, add suspenseful pauses, and choose dark backgrounds.
Upload & Grow
Download your video and upload to YouTube. Use keyword-rich titles, create a consistent posting schedule, and engage with your horror community.
Tips for Horror Channel Success
Hook in First 3 Seconds
Start with a shocking statement or question to grab attention immediately
Build Tension Slowly
Use pacing and voice speed to create suspense throughout the video
Post Consistently
Horror fans binge-watch - give them content 3-5x per week
Create Series
Multi-part stories keep viewers coming back for more
Engage the Community
Ask viewers to share their own scary experiences in comments
Stay Monetization-Safe
Avoid graphic content - psychological horror performs better anyway
Horror channels consistently outperform other niches in RPM and viewer engagement
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best AI video maker for horror YouTube channels?
AutoClips is ideal for horror channels because it offers dark, atmospheric voice cloning, satisfying gameplay backgrounds that build tension, and the ability to create eerie character dialogues. You can create horror content without filming anything scary yourself.
How much do horror YouTube channels earn?
Horror channels typically earn $8-15 RPM, which is higher than average. A channel with 1 million monthly views can earn $8,000-$15,000 per month. Horror content also has high watch time and subscriber retention.
What types of horror content work best for faceless channels?
True crime stories, creepypastas, urban legends, paranormal investigations, horror game commentary, scary Reddit stories, and mystery/unsolved cases all perform exceptionally well. These genres have dedicated audiences hungry for content.
Can I create horror videos without showing my face?
Absolutely! AutoClips specializes in faceless content. Use Character Explainer with dark-themed characters, Faceless AI with eerie narration voices, or 3D Animation for atmospheric horror scenes. No camera needed.
How do I make my horror videos more engaging?
Use suspenseful pacing, atmospheric background music, dramatic voice cloning, and hook viewers in the first 3 seconds. AutoClips lets you customize voice speed, add sound effects, and choose tension-building backgrounds.
Is horror content safe for YouTube monetization?
Yes, if done correctly. Avoid graphic violence, gore, or content that violates community guidelines. Focus on psychological horror, mystery, and suspense rather than explicit content. True crime and scary stories are very monetization-friendly.