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How long does it take YouTube to monetize a channel?
Wait for Monetization Approval It typically takes 30 days for YouTube to review an application. However, a backlog does build up from time to time. This is important to keep in mind since it means that you probably won’t be able to start generating revenue for at least 30 days.
How much time does it take to complete 4000 hours on YouTube?
240,000 minutes
The math is simple. One hour equals 60 minutes, so all we have to do is multiply both numbers. 4000 hours x 60 minutes = 240,000 minutes! To get to 4000 hours of YouTube watch time, you have to generate 240,000 minutes of YouTube watch time.
How long does it take to monetize your YouTube channel?
YouTube has clarified its policy around Watch Time and what it takes to get to the magic 4000 hours so you can monetize your content. If you’ve seen a recent drop in Watch Time hours on your channel, we know why.
Do private and unlisted videos count towards watch time hours for monetization?
Or YouTube have changed their policy a little bit and haven’t clearly communicated that. The reason I say that is because I asked YouTube over 12 months ago whether private and unlisted videos count towards your Watch Time hours for monetization. And at the time, they said private doesn’t, but unlisted hours do.
How many subscribers do you need to start a YouTube channel?
Now, though, the requirements basically force an active, decent channel. You need a minimum of 1,000 subscribers and a minimum of 4,000 watch-hours in a rolling 12 month basis. 4,000 hours per year isn’t too bad; all you need is one good video or a handful of decent videos to reach it.
How many hours of watch time can you earn on YouTube?
Earning 4,000 hours of Watch Time is the dream for most creators, but it isn’t easy. Gaining 100 hours, sure. But thousands? That’ll test your determination to keep going on YouTube.