YouTube Lowers Barrier to Entry for Monetization Program
YouTube announced today that it is lowering the barrier to entry for its monetization program. The new requirements are:
- Have 500 subscribers
- 3 public uploads in the last 90 days
- Either 3,000 watch hours in the past year or 3 million Shorts views in the last 90 days
This is a significant change from the previous requirements, which were 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the past year. The new requirements are designed to make it easier for smaller creators to start earning money from their videos.
“We want to make it easier for creators to make a living on YouTube,” said Neal Mohan, YouTube’s Chief Product Officer. “By lowering the barrier to entry for monetization, we hope to empower more creators to share their stories and ideas with the world.”
YouTube is also expanding its shopping affiliate program to U.S-based creators who are part of YPP and have more than 20,000 subscribers. This program allows creators to earn a commission on sales generated from links they share in their videos.
“We’re always looking for new ways to support our creators,” said Mohan. “By expanding our shopping affiliate program, we’re giving creators another way to earn money from their videos.”
The new monetization requirements and the expansion of the shopping affiliate program are a sign that YouTube is committed to supporting its creators, both big and small. By making it easier for creators to earn money, YouTube is helping to ensure that the platform remains a vibrant and creative space.
How to Qualify for YouTube Monetization
To qualify for YouTube monetization, you must meet the following requirements:
- Have 500 subscribers
- 3 public uploads in the last 90 days
- Either 3,000 watch hours in the past year or 3 million Shorts views in the last 90 days
Once you have met the requirements, you can apply to join the YouTube Partner Program. To apply, go to your YouTube Studio and click on the “Monetization” tab. Then, click on the “Apply” button.
If your application is approved, you will be able to start earning money from your videos. You will earn money from ads, channel memberships, Super Chat, Super Stickers, and YouTube Shopping.
How to Earn Money from YouTube Monetization
There are a few ways to earn money from YouTube monetization:
- Ads: When viewers watch your videos, they may see ads. You will earn money from these ads.
- Channel memberships: Viewers can become members of your channel for a monthly fee. As a member, they will get access to exclusive content and features.
- Super Chat: Viewers can send messages to you during your live streams. These messages can be highlighted and pinned to the top of the chat. Super Chat messages cost money, and you will earn a portion of the sale.
- Super Stickers: Viewers can send stickers to you during your live streams. These stickers cost money, and you will earn a portion of the sale.
- YouTube Shopping: If you have a product that you want to sell, you can create a YouTube Shopping listing. When viewers click on the listing, they will be taken to a page where they can buy the product. You will earn a commission on any sales that you generate.
Conclusion
YouTube’s new monetization requirements make it easier for smaller creators to start earning money from their videos. If you are a creator who is interested in earning money from your videos, I encourage you to apply for YouTube monetization.
