YouTube's New Monetization Policy - What You Need To Know | YouTuber News

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Introduction

Welcome to YouTube Creator News, where we keep content creators up to date with the latest developments that affect their channels. Today, we’ll cover a significant update to YouTube's monetization policy, a recent analytics reporting glitch, and several additional features that have been deployed for creators.

Real-Time Analytics Issues Resolved

Earlier this week, many creators noticed significant drops in view counts within their real-time analytics. This issue was widely reported and acknowledged by YouTube. As of a recent update, YouTube has confirmed that the problem has been fully resolved. Therefore, content creators can once again rely on their analytics data without concerns over inaccuracies.

Update on YouTube's Monetization Policy

YouTube has introduced an updated monetization policy that all creators in the YouTube Partner Program must opt into. This alert will appear in your YouTube Studio, and you can also find it in the mobile app. Creators need to accept these new terms by July 10, 2023, to retain their eligibility in the Partner Program. This is especially crucial for creators focusing on Shorts, as they will be monetized starting February 1, 2023. It is advisable for those uploading Shorts to update their agreement promptly to ensure they can capitalize on this opportunity.

It’s important to note that this notification may not appear immediately for all creators, as the update process is rolling out gradually. Don't panic if you don't see the message yet; it will reach your channel soon.

For creators focusing on Shorts that are not entirely original, there may be complications. To maintain eligibility for monetization, content must adhere to YouTube's originality policy. Simply replicating content from other sources might hinder monetization possibilities.

Shorts Ad Revenue Sharing

From February 1, 2023, on, all monetized creators in the Partner Program who accept the new monetization terms will be eligible for Shorts ad revenue sharing. It's essential to understand that with this new revenue-sharing model, the existing YouTube Shorts Fund will be phased out. Notably, YouTube predicts that most creators who previously relied on the Shorts Fund will earn more under the new revenue-sharing system.

The ad revenue sharing process consists of four steps:

  1. Revenue is collected from the Shorts feed ads.
  2. A creator pool is calculated and distributed.
  3. Music licensing fees are deducted.
  4. Finally, creators receive 45% of their allocated Shorts revenue.

This change emphasizes the need for creators to manage music licensing accorded to their content to maximize earnings.

New Features for Creators

In addition to the monetization policy update, YouTube is testing new features aimed at enhancing creator engagement and analytics.

  1. Membership Recognition in Descriptions: YouTube plans to expand the visibility of membership recognition features into video descriptions, helping create awareness to encourage viewers to join as channel members.

  2. Subscriber Card Based on Content: Creators will have access to a subscriber card detailing which specific content is driving subscriptions. Seeing this breakdown enables creators to focus their efforts on the most effective content types for subscriber growth.

  3. Improved Community Feed Insights: The analytics now reveal that community posts can lead to subscriber gains. As subscribers might find new interests via community posts, creators are encouraged to leverage this feature to connect with both existing and new audiences.

  4. Thumbnails in Advanced Analytics: Thumbnails are now incorporated in the advanced analytics section, allowing creators to better visually identify and evaluate their videos.

  5. Thumbnail Selection for Shorts: Creators uploading Shorts through Android devices can now select thumbnails during the upload process, enabling more control over the presentation of their content.

  6. AI Scriptwriting Tool - Tube Spanner: The first dedicated AI tool for scriptwriting aimed at YouTube creators has been launched. Tube Spanner allows users to write scripts and customize sections, promoting a modular writing process that can help streamline video production.

Stay informed and utilize these new features and policies to enhance your content creation on YouTube.

Keywords

YouTube, monetization policy, YouTube Partner Program, Shorts, revenue sharing, membership recognition, analytics, Tube Spanner, scriptwriting, community posts.

FAQ

Q: When do I need to accept the new monetization terms?
A: You must accept the new terms by July 10, 2023, to remain in the YouTube Partner Program.

Q: What happens if I do not see the monetization policy update yet?
A: Don't worry; the notification is rolling out to all creators gradually. You will receive it soon.

Q: Will I still be able to monetize non-original content?
A: No, YouTube requires that all Shorts be original content to maintain eligibility for monetization.

Q: When will the Shorts ad revenue sharing begin?
A: The ad revenue sharing for Shorts will officially start on February 1, 2023.

Q: How does the revenue share process work?
A: Revenue is first collected from ads, then calculated in a creator pool, and creators receive 45% after deducting any music licensing fees.