What YouTube's New Monetization Policy Means for Creators
YouTube levels the playing field for monetization. Here's what we know. Smaller creators will be excited to learn that YouTube is making it easier for them to start monetizing their content. Let's explain the details, what this change entails, who qualifies, and the creators who benefit most. YouTube Makes Monetization More Accessible As of June 13th, 2023, YouTube has expanded its monetization policy by adding earlier access to the YouTube Partner Program. Creators may qualify for fan funding if they meet the following criteria: 500 subscribers 3 valid public uploads within the last 90 days Either 3,000 public watch hours within the last year or 3M public Shorts views in the last 90 days Specifically, this policy provides qualifying creators the following: Product promotion via YouTube Shopping Fan funding via super thanks, super chats, super stickers, and channel memberships Access to Creator Support Ad Revenue Still Follows the Old Standard While t...