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Sep 24, 2023

4 min read

Coming Soon: YouTube Announces New AI Tools for Video Creation

YouTube is launching a handful of AI tools to help you make videos faster and easier. Keep reading to see what they are!
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Sep 8, 2023

4 min read

YouTube Unveils 'Related Links' to Connect Shorts and Long-Form Videos

Clickable links are returning to YouTube Shorts, but this time, they’ll send viewers to long-form videos on your chan...
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Aug 17, 2023

3 min read

This Money-Making Feature Is Leaving YouTube Soon

Say goodbye to clickable links in YouTube Shorts.
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Jun 13, 2023

4 min read

YouTube Partner Program: How to Monetize with Only 500 Subscribers

YouTube's expanded Partner Program lets creators monetize with just 500 subscribers. Learn the requirements and how t...
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May 25, 2023

3 min read

This Update Could Change the YouTube Partner Program Forever

The application policy for the YouTube Partner Program is getting a notable update. Find out how it affects you.
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Mar 20, 2023

3 min read

Swearing Moderately on YouTube Won't Demonetize You Anymore

If using profanity has stopped you from earning more money on YouTube, then worry no more! This YouTube update will b...
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Sep 21, 2022

3 min read

4 YouTube Updates That Will Help You Get Monetized Faster

YouTube has big plans when it comes to monetizing your channel.
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Jul 25, 2022

3 min read

YouTube Partners with Shopify to Help Creators Sell Merch

Want to sell your merchandise on YouTube? A new partnership with Shopify is letting creators feature products in thei...
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Mar 15, 2021

4 min read

Non-U.S. Creators: Do This to Avoid a 24% Tax on YouTube Revenue

Google will soon withhold taxes from your YouTube revenue. This only applies to non-U.S. creators, and there's a pena...
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Jan 14, 2021

3 min read

YouTube Rolls Out Grant Program for Black Creators

Following a year of anti-racism protests, YouTube is making good on its promise to both fund and celebrate Black crea...
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Dec 5, 2020

6 min read

YouTube's Monetization Update: FAQ's for Creators

If YouTube runs ads on non-monetized channels, how will creators be affected? In this FAQ, we answer that question an...
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Nov 26, 2020

2 min read

YouTube's Terms of Service Update: What it Means for Creators

YouTube's new Terms of Service allows it to place ads on videos published by unmonetized channels - without offering ...