YouTube's Partner Program (YPP) allows creators to monetize their content on the platform. Here’s how it works:
1. **Eligibility Requirements:**
- **Subscriber Count:** You need at least 1,000 subscribers.
- **Watch Hours:** You must have at least 4,000 valid public watch hours in the past 12 months.
- **Adhere to Policies:** Your channel must comply with YouTube’s policies and guidelines, including community guidelines and copyright laws.
- **Google AdSense Account:** You need to have an active AdSense account linked to your YouTube channel.
2. **Application Process:**
- Once you meet the eligibility requirements, you can apply to the YPP through YouTube Studio. Your channel will undergo a review process to ensure it complies with YouTube’s policies.
3. **Monetization Features:**
- **Ad Revenue:** You earn money from ads displayed on your videos.
- **Channel Memberships:** Subscribers can pay a monthly fee to become members and receive perks.
- **Super Chat and Super Stickers:** During live streams, viewers can buy Super Chats and Super Stickers.
- **YouTube Premium Revenue:** You earn a share of revenue from YouTube Premium subscribers who watch your content.
4. **Revenue Sharing:**
- YouTube takes a 45% commission on ad revenue, with 55% going to the creator.
5. **Payment:**
- Earnings are paid out via AdSense once you reach the payment threshold (usually $100). Payments are processed monthly.
6. **Ongoing Compliance:**
- YouTube regularly reviews channels in the YPP to ensure continued adherence to its policies. Non-compliance can result in loss of monetization privileges.
Joining the YPP opens up various revenue streams and tools to help creators grow their channels and engage with their audiences.