Every other content creators in Youtube or a person who is going to start creating content, all have the thought in their mind that you need millions of views to make money on youtube, the answer is no.
Because as per youtube, you can start earning money directly through YouTube by applying to the Partner Program once you meet the following eligibility criteria:
- 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours: In the past year
- 1,000 subscribers and 10 million valid public Shorts views: Within the past 90 days
So, this a thing that should be kept in mind and then it all about how consistent you are in providing content to your viewers, making it essential for to stay consistent enough.
What’s also there is, diverse ways to make revenue from (or monetize) your audiene. Let’s look at the top 5 ways creators are monetizing their YT presense and audience, at the latest:
- Affiliate marketing: As for the creators who are starting now cannot expect nothing much from this but the creators who are already in Youtube for a while it is possible for giving shoutouts for the external products and earn money if your audience tend to buy them.
- Super Chat and Super Stickers: Engage with your fans during live streams through Super Chat and Super Stickers. Viewers can purchase these to highlight their messages, making them more noticeable during your live streams.
- Sponsorships and Brand Deals: Partner with brands to create sponsored content. These partnerships can involve promoting a product or service within your videos in exchange for payment or other benefits.
- Merchandise Shelf: Sell your branded merchandise directly on YouTube through the merchandise shelf. This can include clothing, accessories, and other products that reflect your brand.
- Channel Memberships: Offer channel memberships to your subscribers. In exchange for a monthly fee, members get access to exclusive perks such as badges, emojis, and members-only content.
YouTube offers creators a wealth of opportunities beyond ad revenue to monetize their channels authentically and sustainably. They have policies that allow all these ways. This is how you can diversify your income streams, all while fostering deeper connections with your audience.
Having all these said that there is no need that you need millions of views to make money on youtube. Just make your own way, the way you want.