To monetize a YouTube channel, creators must join the YouTube Partner Program by meeting two-tier eligibility requirements, starting with 500 subscribers and 3,000 watch hours for fan funding, or 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 hours for full ad revenue. The process requires enabling 2-step verification, having a clean record, linking a Google AdSense account, and passing a manual channel review focusing on original content. Once approved, creators must manually enable ads on videos and optimize placement for revenue. For complete details, visit the official YouTube Partner Program policy pages.



