To enable monetization for third-party domains on YouTube, follow these detailed steps:
Step 1: Sign in to YouTube Studio
- Log in: Use your Google account to sign in to YouTube Studio.
- Access Monetization Settings: Click on your profile picture in the top right corner, then select YouTube Studio. In the left menu, click on Monetization.
Step 2: Apply for the YouTube Partner Program (YPP)
- Check Eligibility: Ensure your channel meets the eligibility requirements for the YouTube Partner Program, including having at least 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the past 12 months.
- Start Application: Click on Start under the Review Partner Program terms section and follow the instructions to apply for the YPP.
Step 3: Complete the Application
- Verify Identity: Follow the prompts to verify your identity.
- Accept Terms: Accept the YouTube Partner Program terms.
- Connect AdSense: Link your Google AdSense account to receive payments.
Step 4: Enable Monetization
- Go to Monetization Settings: In YouTube Studio, click on Monetization.
- Enable Ads: Click on Enable Monetization and follow the prompts to enable ads on your videos.
- Set Ad Formats: Choose the types of ads you want to display, such as display ads, overlay ads, skippable and non-skippable video ads.
Step 5: Enable Third-Party Attribution
- Go to Settings: In YouTube Studio, scroll to Third-party attribution.
- Choose Attribution: Select whether you want views of the videos associated with your Content Manager to be reported to third-party agencies.
Step 6: Monitor Performance
- Track Revenue: Regularly monitor your AdSense revenue and performance metrics in YouTube Studio to ensure your ads are generating income.
- Optimize Content: Adjust your content and ad placements based on performance data to maximize revenue.
By following these steps, you can enable and monetize third-party ads on your YouTube channel. If you have any specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!