What YouTube Team Reviews when you Apply for Monetization in 2024 | YouTube Policy Updates in 2024

Introduction

Introduction

Assalam alekum, I am Tanveer Asghar and you are watching Technical Tanveer Ba. Today's video is very important for new users because in this video, we will talk about the update which new users ask a lot about on YouTube. Specifically, about what happens when their channel completes 1000 subscribers and 4000 hours of watch time, how they create an AdSense account and link it with their channel, and what the review process entails.

YouTube Review Process

Once your channel meets the requirement of 1000 subscribers and 4000 watch hours, you can create an AdSense account and link it with your channel. Subsequently, your channel goes under review. YouTube evaluates if your channel content complies with their policies and guidelines. Here are the main steps YouTube takes to review your channel:

1. Initial Click and Theme Recognition:

   • Once you provide the link to your channel, a YouTube team member clicks on it to view the entire channel.
   • They look at the thumbnails and titles to understand your channel's theme. This step helps in identifying whether it's a cooking channel, vlog channel, poetry channel, gaming channel, tech channel, etc.
   • It’s crucial your main theme complies with YouTube’s policies. Any illegal activity like hacking or cracking will hinder your progress.

2. **Most Viewed Videos:**

   • YouTube checks your videos with the highest view counts. These videos likely represent the most popular content on your channel and show what engages your audience the most.

3. Latest Videos:

   • YouTube also checks recently uploaded videos to ensure you maintain the policy compliance over time.

4. Key Performing Videos for Watch Time:

   • The platform reviews the videos which contributed significantly to achieving the required 4000 watch hours.

5. Metadata:

   • YouTube examines metadata including the title, description, tags, and thumbnails of your videos. These help YouTube understand the context and content of your videos.

6. About Section:

   • The reviewer checks the “About” section of your channel. This part should clearly describe what your channel is about. At least two to three lines summarizing your channel’s theme are mandatory.
   • Avoid writing anything illegal or inappropriate in the About section. Instead, keep it simple and clear with your channel’s purpose and goals.

Timeframe for Monetization Review

The time it takes for YouTube to review and decide on your monetization application varies. Typically, it can take anywhere from one day to up to a month, although most cases are resolved within 8 to 10 days. This is not a fixed time, and the decision can come sooner or later depending on numerous factors.

Conclusion

In today's video, we learned what process YouTube follows when reviewing a channel for monetization once it has met the specified criteria. By ensuring your content aligns with YouTube's policies from the start, the review process can be smooth and efficient.

Keywords

• YouTube Monetization
• YouTube Policy
• Review Process
• 1000 subscribers
• 4000 watch hours
• AdSense account
• Channel Theme
• Metadata
• About Section

FAQ

What does YouTube check during the monetization review process?

YouTube reviews your channel's theme, videos with the most views, latest videos, key videos used to generate watch time, metadata (title, description, tags, thumbnails), and the About section to ensure your content adheres to their policies.

How important is the About section of my channel for monetization?

The About section is critical. It should clearly describe what your channel is about in at least two to three lines. Avoid writing anything illegal or inappropriate.

How long does it take for a channel to get monetized on YouTube?

Typically, the review process takes between 8 to 10 days but can vary from one day to up to a month depending on the channel and various factors.

Does YouTube check unlisted or private videos during review?

Yes, YouTube can check any type of video on your channel, whether they are public, unlisted, or private.

Can my channel get monetized if I post content about hacking or cracking?

No, YouTube’s policies strictly prohibit illegal activities, including hacking or cracking. Such content will likely disqualify your channel from monetization.