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Step 4: Upload your first YouTube video- Well, this is exciting. You’re on the cusp
of becoming a YouTube content creator! I’m not crying, you’re crying.
To put your first video out into the world, hit the Create button in the top-right
corner and follow the instructions.
The most common way to monetize videos is through the YouTube Partner Program (YPP).
Reaching partner status is an upgrade for your channel, as it allows you to place advertisements on
your videos and make money (potentially) every time you upload content. YouTube pays creators
through the Google AdSense program, but it takes a while to understand how all of that works. For
now, just know that when a viewer watches/clicks an ad within your video, revenue is generated.
That revenue is then split between you and YouTube, where you get 55% of the money, and
YouTube takes the other 45%.
YouTube Monetization Requirements- YouTube is quite selective about who it lets into the
monetization program. Before you can apply to the YPP, you must have:
• 1,000 subscribers
• 4,000 watch hours on your channel (within 12 months)
A willingness to follow YouTube’s rules: the community guidelines, advertiser-friendly content
guidelines, and terms of service
How to Join the YouTuber Partner Program- Once you’ve met all of YouTube’s requirements, you’re ready
to apply to the YPP. Here are the steps:
• Go to the YouTube Studio.
• Click Monetization in the left navigation bar.
• If you’re eligible to apply, you’ll see a blue button encouraging that action. Click it!
• Review the YPP terms.
• Set up a Google AdSense account, and connect it to your channel.
• Wait patiently. YouTube will review your channel and email you with a decision.
How to Enable Monetization on YouTube
Once you enter the YPP, turn on monetization for as many videos as possible. You can do this while uploading
new content, but it’s safer to wait until after you upload videos (a few hours).
By then, YouTube will have processed your content. You’ll know if the system found something that could
demonetize the video, such as extreme profanity, adult themes, copyright claims, etc.
Here’s how to enable ads on a YouTube video and make money:
• Go to the YouTube Studio.
• Click Content in the left navigation bar.
• Select the video you want to monetize.
• Click Monetization in the left menu.
• Choose which ads you want to display on the video.
• Click Save.