YouTube offers several monetization options for creators:
1. **Ad Revenue:** Creators earn money from ads displayed on their videos through the YouTube Partner Program (YPP). This includes display ads, overlay ads, skippable video ads, and non-skippable video ads.
2. **Channel Memberships:** Viewers can become channel members by paying a monthly fee. In return, they receive perks like exclusive badges, emojis, and content.
3. **Super Chat and Super Stickers:** During live streams, viewers can purchase Super Chats or Super Stickers to highlight their messages or show support. These appear prominently in the chat stream.
4. **YouTube Premium Revenue:** Creators earn a share of revenue from YouTube Premium subscribers who watch their content. This is based on how much a Premium user watches their videos.
5. **Merchandise Shelf:** Creators can sell merchandise directly through their channel using the merchandise shelf, which integrates with various merchandise partners.
6. **Affiliate Marketing:** While not directly managed by YouTube, creators can earn commissions through affiliate links included in their video descriptions or content.
7. **Sponsored Content:** Creators can collaborate with brands to feature products or services in their videos, earning money through sponsorship deals.
8. **YouTube Shorts Fund:** For creators producing popular short-form content, there may be opportunities to earn from YouTube's Shorts Fund or similar incentive programs.
To access many of these monetization features, creators typically need to meet specific eligibility requirements, such as having a minimum number of subscribers and watch hours.