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YouTube Partner Program

55% of ad revenue (long-form videos); 45% for Shortsvideo1K subs + 4K watch hours
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The YouTube Partner Program (YPP) is YouTube's official monetization system, giving creators greater access to YouTube resources, monetization features, and Creator Support teams,… Payout runs 55% of ad revenue (long-form videos); 45% for Shorts — application required, around 1,000 followers. Beginners typically earn COULDNT_CONFIRM, scaling to COULDNT_CONFIRM for top creators. Available Available in supported countries/regions only.

Earnings

55% of ad revenue (long-form videos); 45% for Shorts

Access

application

Availability

Available in supported countries/regions only

Last verified

Jun 16, 2026

Overview

The YouTube Partner Program (YPP) is YouTube's official monetization system, giving creators greater access to YouTube resources, monetization features, and Creator Support teams, plus revenue sharing from ads served on their content. Eligible creators can also earn through YouTube Premium, fan funding (Super Chat, Super Thanks, Super Stickers, channel memberships) and select Shopping features. An expanded tier lets creators in eligible countries unlock fan funding and Shopping earlier, at 500 subscribers, while full ad revenue sharing unlocks at 1,000 subscribers. Every applicant goes through a standard review to confirm the channel meets YouTube's policies and guidelines.

💡 Insider tip

There are two doors in: the expanded YPP at 500 subscribers (fan funding + Shopping, eligible countries only) and full YPP at 1,000 subscribers (which adds ad revenue and YouTube Premium sharing). You can qualify with either long-form watch hours or Shorts views — but Shorts-feed watch time does NOT count toward the 4,000-hour long-form threshold.

Earnings Breakdown

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Payout Model

Revenue sharing from ads served on your content, plus YouTube Premium revenue, fan funding (Super Chat, Super Thanks, Super Stickers, channel memberships) and select Shopping features. Ad revenue sharing unlocks at the 1,000-subscriber tier.

Requirements

Follow the YouTube channel monetization policies
Live in a country/region where the YouTube Partner Program is available
Have no active Community Guidelines strikes on your channel
2-Step Verification turned on for your Google Account
Have advanced features access on YouTube
One active AdSense for YouTube account linked to your channel
Become eligible with either: 1,000 subscribers + 4,000 valid public watch hours in the last 12 months, OR 1,000 subscribers + 10 million valid public Shorts views in the last 90 days
Expanded YPP (fan funding + select Shopping, available in eligible countries): 500 subscribers + 3 valid public uploads in the last 90 days, AND either 3,000 valid public watch hours in the last 12 months OR 3 million valid public Shorts views in the last 90 days

Common reasons for rejection

Channel does not comply with YouTube channel monetization policies
Active Community Guidelines strikes on the channel
Located in a country/region where YPP is not available
2-Step Verification not enabled on the Google Account
Channel fails the standard review process for policies and guidelines

Frequently asked questions

Does YouTube pay creators?

Yes — YouTube Partner Program pays creators 55% of ad revenue (long-form videos); 45% for Shorts. The YouTube Partner Program (YPP) is YouTube's official monetization system, giving creators greater access to YouTube resources, monetization features, and Creator Support teams, plus revenue sharing… It is application required.

How much can you earn with YouTube Partner Program?

YouTube Partner Program pays 55% of ad revenue (long-form videos); 45% for Shorts. Typical ranges: beginners COULDNT_CONFIRM, mid-tier COULDNT_CONFIRM, top creators COULDNT_CONFIRM. Payout model: Revenue sharing from ads served on your content, plus YouTube Premium revenue, fan funding (Super Chat, Super Thanks, Super Stickers, channel memberships) and select Shopping features. Actual earnings depend on your content, views, and engagement.

What are the requirements for YouTube Partner Program?

Requirements: Follow the YouTube channel monetization policies; Live in a country/region where the YouTube Partner Program is available; Have no active Community Guidelines strikes on your channel; 2-Step Verification turned on for your Google Account; Have advanced features access on YouTube; One active AdSense for YouTube account linked to your channel. Access is application required with around 1,000 followers. Common reasons creators get rejected: Channel does not comply with YouTube channel monetization policies; Active Community Guidelines strikes on the channel; Located in a country/region where YPP is not available.

Is YouTube Partner Program available internationally?

Availability: Available in supported countries/regions only. Check the YouTube program page for the latest country eligibility before applying.

How do I join YouTube Partner Program?

Apply through YouTube: create an account, submit your application for review, then track earnings in your dashboard. Tip: There are two doors in: the expanded YPP at 500 subscribers (fan funding + Shopping, eligible countries only) and full YPP at 1,000 subscribers (which adds ad revenue and YouTube Premium sharing).

Program at a Glance

PlatformYouTube
Categoryvideo
How to applyapplication
Min. followers1,000
Last verifiedJun 16, 2026

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