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YouTubers are earning millions of dollars in four methods other than through advertising

YouTube’s primary revenue stream is advertising, which enables companies to connect with specific audiences.

YouTubers are earning millions of dollars in four methods other than through advertising
YouTubers are earning millions of dollars in four methods other than through advertising

To be eligible to join the YouTube Partner Program, creators must fulfill certain requirements.
Depending on a number of variables, YouTubers can earn $1 to $3 for every 1,000 views on average.
YouTube’s primary revenue stream is advertising, with different creators earning different amounts.

With the help of YouTube, content creators may now make a successful living off of their passions.

Making money on YouTube has never been more alluring, especially with the rise of influencers like Mr. Beast.

However, how precisely do YouTubers make money, and what does it take to be successful in this cutthroat industry?

YouTube revenue generation

YouTubers mostly get paid through the YouTube Partner Program (YPP), which gives video creators who qualify other opportunities to monetize their work. This is how it operates:

Revenue from advertisements: YouTubers are most frequently compensated for their work by having advertisements run before, during, or after their videos.

YouTube pays creators a percentage of these ad revenues. YouTubers can earn between $0.01 and $0.03 on average for each view, or between $1 and $3 for every 1,000 views.

Earnings per 100,000 views could range from $100 to $300, depending on the demographics of the viewer, the length of the video, and the specialty of the content.

American YouTuber MrBeast

2. Revenue from YouTube Premium subscribers: Although video can be seen without advertisements, producers are still compensated.

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The amount of money that creators receive from Premium membership payments is divided according to the quantity of their work that Premium members watch.

3. Channel memberships: For a monthly charge, creators can provide their subscribers with channel subscriptions.

Benefits of membership include access to members-only content, emoticons, and exclusive badges. For creators who have devoted fans, this is an extra source of income that can add up.

4. Super chats and super stickers: To stand out in the chat during live streaming, viewers can buy Super Chats and Super Stickers.

Another option for creators to get paid directly by their audience is through these features.

5. Sales of products: YouTube gives content producers the option to display and market their merchandise straight on their channel.

Fans will find it simpler to buy branded goods and show support for their favorite authors thanks to this connection.

Conditions for monetizing

Creators who wish to join the YouTube Partner Program and begin earning money on the platform must fulfill certain requirements.

1,000 subscribers: Your channel must have at least 1,000 subscribers.
4,000 watch hours: During the course of the previous 12 months, your films must have received 4,000 watch hours.
AdSense account: In order to get paid, you have to connect your YouTube channel to a Google AdSense account.
Observance of YouTube policies: The community guidelines and monetization policies of YouTube must be followed by your video.

100,000 subsribers YouTube silver plaque for Fayez Bundi

Recognizing the revenue-sharing structure of YouTube

YouTube’s primary revenue stream is advertising, which enables companies to connect with target consumers.

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You, as the creator, get a cut of the money made by the advertisements that show up on your films. Your real income is determined by a number of things, such as:

Audience demographics: To target particular groups of people, like viewers from wealthy nations, advertisers are willing to spend more.
Video length and content: Longer videos may have more advertisements, which could result in higher revenue.
High viewer involvement can result in more profitable advertisements and improved ad performance (likes, comments, and shares).

Your revenues are also impacted by YouTube Premium, particularly if your work is well-liked by Premium subscribers.

MrBeast showing his red play button

 

How to begin and earn money

Here are some crucial pointers for anyone wishing to enter the YouTube space:

  1. Choose a niche: Focus on a specific area of interest, whether it’s gaming, beauty, education, or vlogging. A well-defined niche helps you attract a dedicated audience.
  2. Consistency is key: Regular uploads keep your audience engaged and improve your chances of being recommended by YouTube’s algorithm.
  3. High-quality content: Invest in good equipment, such as cameras and microphones, to produce professional-looking videos. High-quality content attracts more viewers and advertisers.
  4. Engage with your audience: Respond to comments, create polls, and host live streams to build a strong community around your channel.
  5. Optimise for search engines: Use SEO techniques like keyword-rich titles, descriptions, and tags to make your videos more discoverable on YouTube and Google.

Factors Affecting Kenyan Earnings

A number of things can affect Kenyan YouTubers’ income:

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Number of subscribers: Although YouTube does not pay according to the number of subscribers, having a sizable fan base can increase view counts and interaction.
Watch duration and engagement: You can make more money the longer viewers watch and participate with your content.
Content niche: Compared to other niches like lifestyle or entertainment, some niches like computing or finance draw higher-paying advertisements.
Ad rates: differ depending on the country, therefore, Kenyan creators can make less per view than their American counterparts.

An AI-generated lively scene in downtown Nairobi where a group of young, energetic Kenyan content creators are producing a street-style vlog

Methods of payment for YouTubers in Kenya

At this time, YouTube does not accept direct M-PESA payments. Kenyan creators, on the other hand, can get paid via:

Direct payments to a nearby bank account are known as electronic funds transfers, or EFTs.
Wire Transfer: For people who have bank accounts in nations that are supported, such the US.

YouTubers are earning millions of dollars in four methods other than through advertising
YouTubers are earning millions of dollars in four methods other than through advertising

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