Join the YouTube Partner Program
Meet YouTube monetization eligibility requirements
Enable ads on your videos
Create long-form content with strong watch time
Publish YouTube Shorts and monetize eligible Shorts views
Use channel memberships
Offer Super Chat and Super Stickers during live streams
Enable Super Thanks on eligible videos
Sell your own products or merchandise
Promote affiliate products and earn commissions
Secure brand sponsorships and paid partnerships
Drive traffic to your website, store, or services
Use YouTube to generate leads for your business
License your videos to media outlets or brands
Accept fan funding through external platforms
Create and sell digital products or courses
Build a paid community or subscription offer
Repurpose content across platforms to increase revenue
Optimize content for niche audiences with higher ad value
Track analytics and improve monetized content performance