Darryl Rentz
Marketing Manager
Darryl is a writer with years of experience in online video software, combining technical expertise with a passion for educating audiences. When not writing, he’s tending to his farm surrounded by horses, chickens, dogs, and somehow cramming more plants into his garden than it could ever reasonably hold.
Posts Written By Darryl Rentz
Apr 28, 2026
8 min read
How to Increase YouTube Ad Revenue: 8 Proven Tips
Boost your YouTube AdSense revenue with 8 proven tips: optimize video length, use mid-roll ads, target high-CPM niches, and improve audience retention.
Apr 27, 2026
5 min read
How to Monetize a Podcast: Brand Deals & Sponsorships
Learn how to monetize a podcast through brand deals and sponsorships on YouTube. Build media kits, find sponsors, and land your first podcast sponsorship.
Apr 24, 2026
7 min read
Made for Kids YouTube: How to Make Money in 2026
Learn how Made for Kids YouTube channels make money in 2026. Monetization options, COPPA rules, and tips for kids content creators.
Apr 24, 2026
4 min read
Can You Swear on YouTube? Profanity Rules in 2026
Can you swear on YouTube without getting demonetized? Learn YouTube's profanity rules, which words are safe, and how cursing affects your monetization.
Apr 21, 2026
10 min read
YouTube Shopping: The Complete Guide for Creators
Learn how YouTube Shopping works, how to set it up, tag products in videos and Shorts, join the affiliate program, and start earning more from your channel.
Apr 20, 2026
12 min read
Which YouTube Niches Pay the Most? CPM Rates in 2026
See actual CPM and RPM rates for 15+ YouTube niches in 2026. Data-backed rankings from finance to gaming, plus tips to maximize your ad revenue.
Apr 17, 2026
6 min read
How Much Does YouTube Pay Per View in 2026?
Learn exactly how much YouTube pays per view in 2026. Real RPM data by niche, subscriber count, and Shorts vs long-form, plus tips to earn more.
Apr 15, 2026
8 min read
Can Anime Recap Channels Be Monetized on YouTube?
Anime recap and clip channels face Content ID claims and copyright strikes. Here is what you can and cannot earn from anime content on YouTube.
Apr 13, 2026
14 min read
YouTube Affiliate Marketing: Complete Guide for Creators
Affiliate marketing tips built for YouTube creators. Find the right programs, create videos that convert, and grow passive income from your channel.
Apr 10, 2026
9 min read
Beyond AdSense: YouTube Monetization Strategies That Work
Discover the best youtube monetization strategies beyond AdSense — brand deals, blogging, podcasting, social media, and more for 2026.
Apr 8, 2026
3 min read
Claude Doesn't Know YouTube. Here's How to Fix That.
Connect vidIQ’s MCP to Claude and get real YouTube data in every conversation. Research keywords, trends, competitors, and video ideas faster.
Apr 7, 2026
12 min read
16 Companies for YouTube Sponsorships & Brand Deals (2026)
Looking for YouTube sponsorship? Here are 16 platforms and companies that help creators of all sizes find brand deals and monetize their content in 2026.
Apr 6, 2026
9 min read
Influencer Media Kit: Free Template + Examples (2026)
Create a professional influencer media kit with our free template. See real examples and learn what brands actually want to see before offering a deal.