YouTube is testing new pop-up surveys that ask viewers to rate whether a video they just watched felt AI-generated. The surveys appear after video playback and directly ask, "Did this feel like AI slop?" according to a screenshot shared on Reddit and reported by Dexerto.
YouTube has confirmed that the test is being rolled out to a small portion of users.
How YouTube’s “AI slop” Survey Works
The prompt appears after watching certain YouTube videos and asks whether the content felt like AI slop. Users see five response options: "Not at all," "Slightly," "Moderately," "Very much," or "Extremely."
The wording reflects a growing trend where low-effort AI-generated content is commonly called “AI slop.”
How Widely is YouTube Testing AI Slop Surveys
The feature is currently being tested with a small group of users. YouTube has not announced how widely it might roll out or if it will become a permanent addition. The company has also not provided details on how it plans to use the feedback received.
Why YouTube is Collecting AI Slop Feedback From Viewers
AI-generated videos are now common on YouTube, especially in Shorts. The platform's recommendation system has been showing this content widely, including to younger viewers. YouTube has not provided details on how survey responses will be used or whether they will influence content moderation, demonetization, or changes to the recommendation algorithm.
The company has also not given a timeline for expanding the test or sharing results.
Gathering user feedback on AI content might serve purposes beyond quality control. Platforms capable of identifying and labeling AI-produced content at scale could gain an advantage in managing emerging regulations around synthetic media disclosures. YouTube has not indicated if this is part of their plan.
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