Following monetization policies, such as the Community Guidelines, Terms of Service, and Google AdSense program policies, is necessary for eligibility in the YouTube Partner Program. These rules cover not just specific videos but the creator’s entire channel.

To prevent spammers, impersonators, and other bad actors from degrading the ecosystem or taking advantage of reputable creators putting out high-quality content, YouTube has tightened its monetization requirements over the past few years.

Applying for the YouTube Partner Program requires that a channel’s view time and subscriber count satisfy specific criteria (YPP). Following the application, YouTube’s review staff checks to make sure the track hasn’t violated any of its copyright, monetization, or content regulations. Only channels that adhere to our rules and pass our eligibility requirements will be accepted into the program, giving them access to advertisements and other monetization tools.