Tudou
Tudou was a Chinese online video sharing platform that emerged as one of the earliest providers of streaming media in China. The service was founded in 2005 by Li Jiyong and a group of entrepreneurs who recognized the potential for video content on the rapidly expanding internet. Initially, Tudou focused on user‑generated videos, short clips, and low‐quality streaming that allowed Chinese users to upload and share content without the high bandwidth costs typical of Western services.
The platform grew quickly, topping the local internet traffic rankings and attracting millions of daily visitors
In May 2011, Tudou was merged with China’s largest video portal, Youku, a move that was largely
The legacy of Tudou is still evident in the way Chinese users discover and share video, and