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YouTube is changing the requirements for creators to be accepted into its primary monetization program.

Now you’ll need twice as many watch hours on YouTube to start making money from ads and subscriptions.

Starting in February 2027, creators will face higher monetization thresholds and a new rolling requirement for Shorts revenue.

In February 2027, new YPP applicants need to achieve 1,000 subscribers and either 8,000 qualified public watch hours in a year or 20 million qualified Shorts views in 90 days.

YouTube doubles its Partner Program entry bar from February 2027: 8,000 watch hours or 20 million Shorts views. Existing partners keep their place.

YouTube wants to make sure its creators are legit before giving them the opportunity to make money off videos. The video giant announced a big change to its partner program on Thursday that now ...