YouTube has recently updated its monetization requirements, and now creators need to have 4,000 hours of watch time in the past 12 months and 1,000 subscribers in order to join the YouTube Partner Program (YPP). This is a change from the previous requirement of 10,000 views.
The new requirements are designed to reward creators for creating high-quality content that keeps viewers engaged. By focusing on creating longer and more engaging videos, creators can build a sustainable audience and generate revenue from their videos.
Here are some tips for increasing your watch time and subscribers:
- Create high-quality content that is relevant to your target audience.
- Upload videos on a regular schedule.
- Promote your videos on social media and other websites.
- Collaborate with other YouTubers.
- Interact with your audience in the comments section.
Here are some additional details about the new YouTube watch hours and subscribe requirements:
- Watch time is calculated from the past 12 months. This means that you need to have 4,000 hours of watch time in the past 12 months in order to join the YPP, even if you have more than 1,000 subscribers.
- Subscribers are counted from all over the world. This means that you don't need to have a certain number of subscribers from your home country in order to join the YPP.
- You need to have both 4,000 hours of watch time and 1,000 subscribers in order to join the YPP. If you only have one of these requirements, you will not be able to join the program.
If you are a creator who is working towards joining the YPP, keep these new requirements in mind. By creating high-quality content and promoting your videos, you can reach your goals and start generating revenue from your YouTube channel.
Additional tips:
- Make sure your videos are well-edited and have clear titles and descriptions.
- Use relevant keywords in your video titles and descriptions so that people can find your videos when they search for those keywords.
- Create engaging thumbnails that will grab people's attention and make them want to watch your videos.
- Promote your videos on social media and other websites.
- Collaborate with other YouTubers to cross-promote each other's channels.
- Interact with your audience in the comments section and respond to their questions and feedback.
By following these tips, you can increase your watch time and subscribers, and reach your goals on YouTube.