ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Video blog

A video blog is like a diary that people film and put on the internet for others to watch. Just like how mommy or daddy might write in their journal to remember what they did each day, people who create video blogs record what they did or experienced and share it with others online.

Instead of using pen and paper, video bloggers use a camera or phone to record themselves talking or showing what they've been up to. Once they're done, they upload the video to a special place on the internet, called a website or a platform, where other people can watch it for free.

Sometimes video bloggers talk about their day or share their thoughts on a particular topic, like how they feel about going back to school or what new video game they're excited to play. Other times, they might show adventures, like going to a theme park, trying new food, or traveling to new places, and show those experiences on video for people to see.

Video blogs, also known as vlogs, are a fun way for people to share their lives with others, and for viewers to learn about new things or experiences they may not have had themselves.