YouTube increases watch hour requirements for creator monetization
YouTube has doubled its monetization threshold for creators, now requiring 8,000 qualified watch hours over the past year or 20 million qualified Shorts views within 90 days to earn money on the platform. This significant increase from the previous 4,000-hour requirement raises the barrier to entry for new creators seeking to monetize their content.
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YouTube now requires creators to have twice as many watch hours to start earning money
YouTube has doubled its monetization threshold for creators, now requiring 8,000 qualified watch hours over the past year or 20 million qualified Shorts views within 90 days to earn money on the platform. This significant increase from the previous 4,000-hour requirement raises the barrier to entry for new creators seeking to monetize their content.
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