If you’re looking to make money off of YouTube, joining the Partner Program is a great way to start. For those who don’t know, this program by YouTube allows creators like you to make money from their videos when people watch them. In this article, you will learn how you can sign up for a YouTube partner program and start earning revenue from your videos.
Become A YouTube Partner
To become a YouTube partner, you must first be 18 or older. Your YouTube videos must be copyright-free and you must have a valid email address. If you don’t already have one, create an account with Google AdSense (the company that handles ads on YouTube). This is how they will pay you for views of your YouTube content, so it’s important to do this step before applying to join the partner program.
Create YouTube Videos That Meet The Program’s Content Guidelines
To join the partner program by YouTube, you’ll need to create videos that are monetized and meet the partner program’s content guidelines. Your YouTube video must be at least 10 minutes long and uploaded in HD (720p or higher). Also, your YouTube channel’s default language must be English.
These program requirements can be changed at any time on your YouTube channel Settings page. If you do not meet these requirements, your channel may be removed from YouTube’s Partner Program eligibility until it does so, even if you previously qualified for monetization or plan on qualifying in the future.
Fill Out Your Account Information Needed For The YouTube Program
You’ll be prompted by YouTube to fill out your account information, including an email address and password. It’s also important to note that while you can register a P.O. Box if you have one (and many people do), this is not required as part of the process. However, it may be required by some banks or other companies with whom you do business online.
Apply For Tax ID Number (Required)
You must also be a US citizen or resident alien to qualify for the YouTube partner program. You can’t join the said partner program by YouTube if you live outside of the United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories.
Accept The Program’s Terms Of Service With A Click Of A Button
Lastly, if you click “Accept,” YouTube will begin processing your program application and send an email with more information about your approval status within two weeks, or sooner if YouTube can get back to you sooner. If you decline, your program application will be canceled and cannot be re-applied for 6 months, unless there’s been a policy change.