YouTube
has updated its policies in 2023 in a number of areas, including monetization,
controversial issues, inappropriate language, and YouTube Partner Program
terms. Creators should familiarize themselves with these changes to ensure that
their content remains compliant and that they are eligible for monetization
opportunities.
YouTube
has expanded its monetization policy by adding earlier access to the YouTube
Partner Program. Creators may qualify for fan funding if they meet the
following criteria:
- 500 subscribers
- 3 valid public
uploads within the last 90 days
- Either 3,000
public watch hours within the last year or 3 million public short views in
the last 90 days
Creators
who qualify for fan funding can earn money from Super Chat, Super Stickers, and
Channel Memberships.
YouTube
has also updated its guidelines on controversial issues, allowing creators to
earn more ad revenue on content discussing topics such as abortion and adult
sexual abuse. This means that content that discusses these topics without going
into graphic detail can be fully monetized.
YouTube
has also updated its approach to profanity, stating that all varieties of
profanity are now treated equally, meaning they are not differentiated based on
levels of severity. Therefore, profanity used in the title, thumbnails, or in
the video's first 7 seconds or used consistently throughout the video may not
receive ad revenue. Profanities used after the first 8 seconds may receive ad
revenue. YouTube's position on not monetizing content with profanity throughout
or comprising the majority of the video is not changing.
YouTube
has also updated the YouTube Partner Program terms. Partners must accept the
new terms by July 10, 2023, to continue monetizing on YouTube. Partners also
need to accept new terms to begin earning short-term ad revenue starting as
early as February 1, 2023, or on the date accepted.
In
addition to the key updates listed above, YouTube has also made a number of
other changes to its policies in 2023. These include:
- Updated
guidelines on child safety: YouTube has updated its guidelines
on child safety to reflect the latest best practices. These guidelines
include new restrictions on content that features children, such as
content that depicts children in sexually suggestive poses or that shows
children being abused.
- Updated
guidelines on hate speech: YouTube has updated its guidelines
on hate speech to prohibit content that promotes violence against
individuals or groups based on their race, religion, sexual orientation,
or other protected characteristics.
- Updated
guidelines on copyright: YouTube has updated its guidelines
on copyright to clarify the types of content that are considered to be
fair use. These guidelines also include new information on how creators
can appeal copyright strikes.
Creators
should regularly review the YouTube Community Guidelines and Help Center to
stay up-to-date on the latest policy changes. By understanding and complying
with YouTube's policies, creators can ensure that their content remains compliant
and that they are eligible for monetization opportunities.
Here are
a few tips for creators to help them comply with YouTube's updated policies:
- Review your
content before uploading it. Make sure that your content does not
violate any of YouTube's policies. You can use YouTube's self-assessment
tool to help you identify any potential violations.
- Be aware of the
latest policy updates: YouTube regularly updates its policies,
so it's important to stay up-to-date on the latest changes. You can follow
YouTube's Creator Blog and social media channels to stay informed.
- Report any
violations that you see: If you see content that violates
YouTube's policies, you can report it to YouTube. YouTube takes these
reports seriously and will investigate them promptly.
By
following these tips, creators can help ensure that their content remains
compliant with YouTube's policies and that they are eligible for monetization
opportunities.
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