YouTube has become one of the most trusted platform for entertainment. Whether you are a school going student or a office going individual, you can start your career as an aspiring content writer.
In this guide, we will explore all the top strategies you can use to earn money through YouTube.
1] Join The YouTube Partner Program
| REQUIREMENTS– | -> Minimum 1,000 subscribers. -> 4,000 watch hours in the past 12 months. |
| TIPS- | Create engaging and trending videos that viewers can watch at any time. |
You can easily earn money through ads by joining YouTube Partner Program.
Check out official YouTube watch time requirements.
2] Channel Memberships
Once you enable Channel Memberships, here’s how the earning process works, step-by-step, along with tips to maximize income.
Ways to Maximize Membership Revenue
| Strategy | Description |
|---|---|
| Promote in Videos | Regularly invite viewers to join at the start or end of videos |
| Offer Irresistible Perks | Give access to exclusive content, live Q&A, polls, shoutouts, or early access |
| Add Tier Options | Have multiple levels (e.g. Silver, Gold, Diamond) to attract different budgets |
| Create Exclusive Series | Offer a video series that’s only for members — like a mini-course, behind-the-scenes, or coaching |
| Engage Your Members | Post regularly in the Members tab; reply to their comments, give shoutouts, and ask for feedback |
| Host Members-Only Events | Monthly live streams, giveaways, AMAs (Ask Me Anything), or content previews |
| Build a Community | Use community tab, Discord, or private groups to deepen engagement and reduce cancellations |
| Use Analytics | Track which tiers perform best and optimize based on what your members actually want |
| Test Different Offers | Try seasonal perks, new tier ideas, or bundle access to other platforms (Patreon, Discord, etc.) |
Tools to Boost Memberships
- YouTube Studio → Manage perks, view member analytics
- Canva → Design badges, banners, and custom emojis
- Ko-fi / Patreon (optional) → Offer extra support options or link them with your YouTube perks
3] Super Chats & Super Thanks
There are two popular YouTube monetization features that help creators earn directly from their fans through one-time tips or donations.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Super Chat | Viewers donate during live streams to highlight their message in the live chat. |
| Super Thanks | Viewers tip creators on regular videos (not just live streams) with a thank-you message. |
Tools You Can Use
- Streamlabs / OBS – To show Super Chat alerts on screen
- YouTube Studio – To track Super Chat/Super Thanks revenue
- Canva – Create overlay graphics or donation goal bars
Both options are ways for fans to support creators directly, and for creators to earn extra income outside of ads or memberships.
4] Affiliate Marketing
Affiliate marketing means promoting products or services using special trackable links, and earning a commission every time someone makes a purchase (or signs up) through your link.
How Affiliate Marketing Works on YouTube
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Join Affiliate Programs | Sign up for affiliate networks like Amazon Associates, Impact, ShareASale, etc. |
| 2. Get Unique Affiliate Links | You’ll get a custom tracking link for each product or service |
| 3. Promote in Videos | Mention the product in your video and add the link in the description, pinned comment, or info cards |
| 4. Earn Commission | When a viewer clicks and makes a purchase, you earn a percentage (e.g. 3%–50%) |
5] YouTube Shorts Fund / Creator Rewards
The YouTube Shorts Fund (originally launched in 2021) has evolved into a revenue-sharing model in 2025. This is not a bonus fund anymore, but a structured revenue-sharing system based on views and engagement.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Be in the YouTube Partner Program (YPP) | Minimum: 1,000 subscribers + either: – 4,000 watch hours in 12 months (long-form) OR – 10 million Shorts views in the last 90 days |
| Follow YouTube Monetization Policies | No community strikes, reused content, or policy violations |
| Country Eligibility | Must reside in a country where YPP is available |
| Original Content | Shorts must be original — not reuploads or compilations from other platforms |
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