NEW YouTube Monetization Policy Update 2023

YouTube has announced its biggest update yet for monetization policies, especially beneficial for small creators. Here's a detailed look at the new features and criteria:

Long-Form Video Monetization Requirements

Originally, to monetize your YouTube channel, you needed 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 hours of watch time. Alternatively, you could monetize if you achieved 10 million views in 3 months and had 1,000 subscribers.

But YouTube has now relaxed these requirements. If you have at least 500 subscribers, your channel can be eligible for monetization if you meet any of the following criteria within the last 3 months:

3,000 hours of watch time in long-form videos, or
3 million views in YouTube Shorts

With these new thresholds, you unlock monetization features such as Shopping and Memberships. This change is a game-changer for smaller creators who previously struggled to meet the stringent requirements.

If you have any questions related to this update, feel free to reach out on Instagram or comment below.

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FAQ

Q: What are the new subscriber and watch time requirements for YouTube monetization?
A: You now need a minimum of 500 subscribers and either 3,000 hours of watch time in long-form videos or 3 million views in YouTube Shorts within the last 3 months.

Q: What monetization features do these new requirements unlock?
A: These new thresholds unlock Shopping and Memberships monetization features on your YouTube channel.

Q: Can I still monetize with the old requirements?
A: Yes, the old requirements of 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 hours of watch time or 10 million views in 3 months still apply if you prefer to adhere to them.

Q: How long do I have to meet these new requirements?
A: You need to meet the new requirements within a period of the last 3 months.

If you have more questions, feel free to ask on Instagram or comment below!