How to Monetize Your YouTube Videos in 2024 - 3 Easy Steps

Summary

This video tutorial guides viewers on how to monetize YouTube videos step by step. It covers the prerequisites for the YouTube Partner Program, including 4,000 public watch hours and 1,000 subscribers. The presenter explains the process of applying for the program, setting up a Google AdSense account for payments, and enabling ads on videos. Tips for maximizing earnings, such as placing mid-roll ads and ensuring all ad types are selected, are also provided. The video clarifies the $100 payout threshold and the monthly payment process, concluding with an invitation to learn more about YouTube earnings from 1,000 views.

Takeaways

• 😀 To monetize YouTube videos, one must meet certain requirements, including 4,000 valid public watch hours in the past 12 months.
• 🔍 After meeting the watch time requirement, the second condition is having at least 1,000 subscribers on the channel.
• 📝 To apply for monetization, navigate to the 'Earn' tab in the left-hand side of YouTube's Creator Studio and click 'Apply'.
• 📑 Review and accept the YouTube Partner Program's terms and conditions to proceed with the application.
• 💰 Sign up for Google AdSense, which is essential for receiving payments from YouTube, even if you don't have an account yet.
• 🔗 Link an existing AdSense account to your YouTube channel or create a new one using the same Gmail address as your YouTube channel.
• 🚀 After setting up AdSense, accept the association with your YouTube channel to continue the monetization process.
• ⏳ Wait for YouTube to review your application, typically within a month, though it may be faster.
• 🎬 Once accepted into the monetization program, enable ads on all your videos through the Video Manager in Creator Studio.
• 📈 Sort videos by view count and adjust monetization settings for the most viewed videos to optimize earnings.
• 🪙 Ensure all ad types are selected for each video, including pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll ads, especially for videos over 8 minutes.
• 🌐 Set upload defaults in monetization settings to automatically apply to all new videos, ensuring maximum potential earnings.
• 💼 Understand that there is a $100 payout threshold in Google AdSense before earnings are transferred to your bank account.

Q & A

What is the first step to monetize YouTube videos according to the video?

The first step is to ensure that the channel meets the requirements for monetization by checking the watch time and subscriber count.

How many hours of watch time are required to be eligible for the YouTube Partner program?

You need 4,000 hours of watch time in the past 365 days.

What is the minimum number of subscribers required for a channel to be eligible for monetization?

The channel must have at least 1,000 subscribers.

How can one access the analytics tab on YouTube to check watch time and subscriber count?

You can access the analytics tab by clicking on your profile picture, viewing your channel, and then selecting 'Analytics' from the left-hand side menu.

What does the 'earn' button in the YouTube Creator Studio do?

The 'earn' button allows you to apply for the YouTube Partner program and start the process of monetizing your channel.

What is Google AdSense and why is it necessary for monetization?

Google AdSense is a service that allows you to earn money from ads on your content. It is necessary because it is the platform through which YouTube pays you for your monetized content.

How often are earnings paid out from Google AdSense to the creator's bank account?

Earnings are paid out on a monthly basis, provided the total earnings meet the $100 payout threshold.

What is the purpose of enabling ads on individual videos after being accepted into the monetization program?

Enabling ads on individual videos allows you to start earning revenue from those videos every time someone views them and sees an ad.

What types of ads are recommended to be enabled for maximum monetization potential?

It is recommended to enable all ad types, including before video pre-roll ads, during video mid-rolls, and after video post-rolls.

How can you ensure that all new videos are monetized to their maximum potential by default?

You can set the monetization settings in the 'Upload Defaults' under 'Settings' in YouTube Studio to enable all ad types for new videos.

What is the minimum payout threshold for earnings from Google AdSense?

The minimum payout threshold is $100, which means you must accumulate at least this amount before you can receive a payout.