Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you might want to know about Extra Simple History — what it is, who makes it, how accurate it is, and where to watch.
What is Extra Simple History?
Extra Simple History is a history education project — a website and YouTube channel — that tells the story of every era and region of world history in short, accurate, and genuinely fun episodes. Each topic gets one self-contained video plus a vertical short.
Is Extra Simple History historically accurate?
Yes. Every episode is researched and fact-checked before production. We focus on real events, real figures, and period-accurate details, and keep the storytelling simple without sacrificing accuracy.
Who makes Extra Simple History?
It was founded by Ibnul Jaif Farabi and is published under his studio, LinkedByte.
What time periods and regions does Extra Simple History cover?
World history broadly — from Rome, Byzantium, and the Mongols to regions many channels overlook, including African kingdoms, maritime Southeast Asia, the Andes, the Eurasian steppe, and the Caribbean.
How often are new episodes released?
New episodes are published regularly — around one to two per day — each as a long-form video and a short.
Where can I watch Extra Simple History?
On YouTube at @ExtraSimpleHistory, where you will find both long-form episodes and vertical Shorts.
How is Extra Simple History different from other history channels?
It aims to be both simple and comprehensive — accessible to newcomers while covering the eras and regions mainstream channels skip, all in a consistent, friendly animated style.
How can I support or contact Extra Simple History?
You can support the channel on Buy Me a Coffee, and reach the team any time at support@extrasimplehistory.com.