YouTube modifies its monetization rules and requires at least 1,000 followers and 8,000 valid watch hours
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YouTube has implemented significant changes to its YouTube Partner Program (YPP), tightening the requirements for content creators seeking to monetize their channels. Under the new rules, aspiring creators are required to reach a threshold of at least 1,000 subscribers and 8,000 valid watch hours within a specified timeframe, effectively doubling the previous watch-hour requirement.
The policy adjustments, set to take effect starting February 1, aim to modify how new creators qualify to generate revenue from their content on the platform. By raising the bar for valid watch hours, the updated guidelines impose stricter entry barriers for individuals attempting to enter the platform's monetization program.
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Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Article 1Focuses on the doubling of watch hours to earn over 100 dollars.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Article 2Focuses on the official modification of the YouTube Partner Program rules.
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