Explaining complex computer science concepts through engaging and accessible video lectures.
Computerphile is a popular YouTube channel dedicated to all things computing, from programming and algorithms to hardware and cybersecurity. The channel features academics and experts from universities like the University of Nottingham, making complex topics understandable. It is supported by Jane Street and is a sister channel to the equally renowned Numberphile.
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2.6M
as of Oct 14, 2026
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Computerphile is a renowned educational collective based in the United Kingdom that focuses on the world of computing and technology. The channel is a sister project to the popular mathematics series Numberphile and features a rotation of academic experts, primarily from the University of Nottingham. It serves as a digital bridge between high-level computer science research and the general public.
The channel gained prominence by leveraging the established audience of the 'Phile' network of educational channels. Its success is rooted in the ability of its guest professors to explain complex concepts like blockchain, cybersecurity, and algorithms in a way that is accessible to non-experts. This unique blend of academic rigor and casual presentation helped it secure a massive global viewership early on.
The content style features interviews with experts who use whiteboards or digital overlays to illustrate technical concepts. Popular videos cover a wide range of topics including how passwords are cracked, the mathematics of image compression, and the history of various programming languages. The channel is well-known for breaking down viral tech stories and foundational computing principles.
Computerphile is supported by the quantitative trading firm Jane Street, which often appears as a primary sponsor for their deep-dive technical videos. The channel also maintains a partnership with the University of Nottingham, which provides the expertise and filming environments. Additionally, the network generates support through official merchandise and community funding platforms.
There is no reliable public estimate for the total net worth of the Computerphile project. The collective generates revenue through YouTube advertisements, long-term corporate sponsorships from firms like Jane Street, and affiliate relationships. As a collective involving multiple academics and production staff, income is likely distributed across production costs and institutional support.
While not a traditional film production house, Computerphile is considered a staple of educational digital media. Its signature work includes long-running series on encryption, artificial intelligence, and hardware architecture. The channel is frequently cited as a top-tier resource for students and professionals within the global tech community.
The primary hub for all Computerphile content is their official YouTube channel, where they host their full library of educational videos. Fans can also find related discussions and updates across various social media platforms linked to the wider Numberphile and 'Phile' network. The content is also widely shared in academic and coding forums worldwide.
A significant milestone for the channel is surpassing a combined following of about 2.6 million subscribers on YouTube. This achievement cements its position as one of the leading educational resources in the science and technology category. The project is highly regarded for its contribution to public understanding of computer science.
Computerphile has 2.6M followers in total, which puts this profile in the mega band (1m – 10m followers). The largest single audience is on YouTube with 2.6M followers — about 100% of the total reach.
Combined reach is the sum of followers and subscribers per platform. It is not unique people: audiences overlap, so treat it as a size indicator for shortlisting rather than a guaranteed audience.
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Here is where Computerphile's audience actually sits, platform by platform, using the latest count we recorded on each one (last checked Oct 14, 2026).
Every handle above links to the official account, so you can open it and check the numbers yourself before you reach out.
| Platform | Followers / subscribers | Share of reach | Official handle |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube | 2.6M followers | 100% | @computerphile |
Every handle on this page links to the official account. If you are verifying Computerphile before a deal, open the profiles directly rather than trusting screenshots — the live number is always one click away.
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Computerphile is based in United Kingdom and posts in English. For brands that usually means the core audience follows the same market and language, with a long tail from everywhere else — big accounts rarely stay local.
The content sits in education and tech & science, so the people watching are self-selected for those interests. That is the useful part of a niche profile: a mid-size account inside the right category often beats a much larger general account, because the audience already cares about the subject.
If you need the same audience profile in another market, the country and language lists on CreatorFanBase let you line up comparable creators side by side instead of guessing.
If you are shortlisting Computerphile for a campaign, these are the facts worth carrying into the brief. Everything here is stored data, refreshed on a schedule rather than typed in once.
A practical sequence: check the lead platform matches where your buyers are, check market and language, open the official account to see recent posting frequency, then ask for a media kit and rate card directly.
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Computerphile's counts come from the platforms themselves via Apify YouTube public channel and are refreshed on a schedule; the most recent check was Oct 14, 2026. When a platform blocks a read, we keep the last verified number and show where it came from instead of filling the gap with an estimate.
Large jumps are treated as suspect: a sudden drop past our safety threshold is held back for review rather than published, which is why the numbers here tend to be lower-drama than screenshots circulating elsewhere. Found something out of date? The profile links on this page go to the official accounts, so the live number is always one click away.
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Follower growth is best judged across several comparable monthly checks, not a few days of snapshots. CreatorFanBase does not yet have enough monthly history to call a reliable rise or fall for Computerphile; the current platform totals above remain the clearest view of audience size.
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How much does it cost to hire Computerphile? A planning estimate for one sponsored post is $32K – $79K per post.
| Deliverable | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Story or short mention | $11K – $28K |
| Sponsored post, Reel or Short | $32K – $79K |
| Dedicated video or integration | $58K – $140K |
| Three-post campaign package | $83K – $210K |
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Estimates use combined public follower counts. Up to 10 million followers, we show a planning range; above 10 million, we show an open-ended starting estimate because campaign scope drives the final fee.
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Computerphile has about 2.6M YouTube subscribers in the latest snapshot stored on this profile. Quote the profile and the date together. Use the YouTube row when the brief is on that network. A newer snapshot replaces this one on regular updates described on the methodology page.
A sponsored post from Computerphile is estimated at $32K – $79K. The range uses the combined public follower count across the platforms stored on this profile, with the YouTube rate band. It is an estimate, not a quote. Computerphile sets the real fee, and usage rights or extra posts change it. The method is on the methodology page.
The profile marks Computerphile as verified. That flag means the handles were matched to the public accounts, so start there when you send a brief. A mismatch can be reported on the contact page and we check it against the official channel.
Computerphile is listed as United Kingdom. That is the country tag on this profile, and it is what the country lists use. Check a recent post if you need a specific city. A city is not stored separately. More creators tagged United Kingdom are on the country list.
Computerphile is tagged as English-speaking on this profile. Use that when the script or the voiceover has to be in English, then watch a recent post to confirm the mix. One tag can cover more than one language in the work. Other English creators can be filtered in search.
The category stored for Computerphile is Education. That is the niche label on the profile, not a promise that every post matches a brief. One label covers a lot of styles. Watch a recent piece of work, then compare others on the Education category.
Use the collaboration form on this profile to send Computerphile your campaign brief, or contact the official account directly. Include the deliverable, budget and timing; the CreatorFanBase team reaches out and negotiates the deal for you. Discovery plans are on pricing.
Other published creators near Computerphile are in the similar creators section on this page, above these questions. If you want a longer list in Education, use the Education category and keep the country if the market matters. The posts, not the label, decide the fit.
The newest follower snapshot stored for Computerphile is 14 October 2026. Counts are updated regularly, and a missing new reading keeps the previous date rather than inventing one. Put that date next to the number if you quote it. The schedule is on the methodology page.
Computerphile is tagged Education, United Kingdom in the directory, so that is the audience a brand can start from. The tag is a filing label, not a sales result, so watch a recent post before you brief anyone. Then compare a few others with the same tag on the Education list.
You can ask. Send a brief from the collaboration form on this profile with the product, the deliverable and your dates, and the CreatorFanBase team reaches out to Computerphile and negotiates for you. Audiences respond best when the product fits what the creator already posts, so pitch a format that matches recent posts. Computerphile decides whether to accept. See the managed option on pricing.
Our planning estimate for one sponsored post from Computerphile is $32K – $79K. Stories usually cost less than a feed post or reel, and usage rights, exclusivity and extra posts raise the fee. It is an estimate, not a quote — Computerphile sets the real rate. The method is on the methodology page.
Computerphile is one of the Education profiles in United Kingdom on CreatorFanBase. Open the Education category and filter by country, language and follower size to see others ranked by audience. Every filter and follower count stays open; names after the first 5 results need a plan.
Start in search with the Education category and United Kingdom as the country, then set a follower range that fits the budget. Shortlist a few names like Computerphile, compare their platform split, and send a brief — or let CFB Agency run outreach and negotiation for you.
Computerphile is tagged English on this profile, so a script in English is a natural starting point. Check a recent post to confirm the language mix before you brief. Other English-speaking creators can be filtered in search.
We do not publish private management contacts. Use the official links on this profile, or send a brief from the collaboration form and the CreatorFanBase team will reach Computerphile's team for you and negotiate the deal. Plans and the managed option are on pricing.
The official accounts we have for Computerphile are the links on this profile, starting with YouTube. Use those when you write, and compare the handle with the channel you already know. Or send a brief from the profile and the CreatorFanBase team will reach out and negotiate for you. A wrong link can be flagged on the contact page.
Computerphile has 1 platform with a stored follower or subscriber count on this profile, led by YouTube. A missing network means we do not have a public count for it yet, not that the account cannot exist. The rows are listed on the profile. Browse a single network from the creator lists.
Not through a forum post. Send a brief from the collaboration form on this profile and the CreatorFanBase team will reach out to Computerphile for you. Use the official links on the profile and ask Computerphile for a fee. Plan prices for directory access are separate, on the pricing page.
Open this profile and save Computerphile while you compare a few other names. Saving a name does not email the creator. Growth and Agency include unlimited shortlists. Starter includes three. The plan differences, starting at $29 a month, are on the pricing page.
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