How to Earn From Youtube by uploading Videos

You’ve probably heard stories about regular people earning money on YouTube and thought, “Hey, I can do this too!”. While earning thousands of dollars probably isn’t realistic, you canstart earning money quickly, especially if you have a strong subscriber base.
Follow this guide to get your videos monetized and start earning revenue off of those YouTube ads.

1. Set up and build your YouTube channel.
Your channel is your personal presence on YouTube. Each YouTube account has one channel attached to it. A YouTube account is the same as a Google account, andcreating a YouTube accountwill grant you access to other Google products, such as Gmail and Drive.

*.Create your account or use your existing one. Add keywords to help people find your channel. Youcan add keywords by navigating tothe Advanced section of your Channel Settings. Make sure that your keywords are relevant to your content.

*.Your user name can also work for or against you. If it’s short, easy to remember, and original, people will be more apt to remember you.However if you are using an existing account, just stay with it. It doesn't help if you keep changing accounts.

2.Add content.
Try to upload content that is high quality, and isn't super long. (This option can vary depending on what type of content you decide to upload) Also try to upload regularly and stay consistent with your uploads.

*.Even if your content isn't great at first, keep at it. Practice makes perfect. Try to make each video better than the last. You will often learn as you go.

*.Improve your content by either using a better camera or trying better editing software or techniques. Also try to improve the way things are filmed. Use a tripod, have a friend help you or light your scenes better. It all helps for a better end product which in turn helps you get a better audience.

*.By uploading regularly you can help hold an audience. People are more likely to subscribe if you addcontent on regular schedule, and maintain that schedule as much as possible.

*.Make sure to tag your videos with key words that describe the content, as well as an eye-catchingdescription. These will help drive people to your video from YouTube searches.

3. Gain an audience.
Building an audience is key to increasing your monetization. You need people to watch your ads in order to make anymoney off of them. There is no one secret to getting more subscribers, just make the best content that you can and they will come to you.

*.Keep uploading content and try to get people hooked. Send your video out on Twitter and Facebook. Share it with people. Distribute it elsewhere on the internet. Subscribers are essential to becoming a partner.

*.Interact with your viewers by responding to comments and making occasional videos directly related to viewer comments and questions. Connecting with your community will bring more members into that community.

4. Monetize your videos.
In order to start earning money on your videos, you’ll need to enable monetization. This means you are allowing YouTube to place ads in your video. This also means that you acknowledge that there is no copyrighted material in your video.

*.You can monetize a video as it uploads by clicking the Monetization tab and checking the “Monetize with Ads” box.

*.To monetize a video after it has been uploaded, open your Video Manager and click the “$” sign next to the video that you want to monetize. Check the “Monetize with Ads” box.

5. Setup Google AdSense.
You can setup Google AdSense for free at the AdSense website. Click the Sign Up Now button to begin creating your account. You must be 18 years or older to create your own account.If you are younger than that, you willneed an adult to help you.

*.You need either PayPal or a bank account and a valid mailing address as well as other information so AdSense can verifywho you are and who to send the money to. You only gain money per ad click and a smaller amount per view but it adds up over time. This is why having an audience is key.

6. Check your analytics.
Once you have some videos online, monetized, and being viewed, you can check out the analytics on them to see how they are performing. Click the Analytics option in your Channel menu. Here you can view estimated earnings, ad performance, video views, demographics and more.

*.Use these tools to see how your content is resonating with your audience. You can change your content or your marketing if you’refinding that you aren’t attracting the users that you want to.

7. Market your videos elsewhere.
Don't put your videos just on YouTube! Start a blog, make a website or post them on other videoor social media sites. The more views it gets, the better. By sharing the link or embedding the video on the internet, you are increasing the chance of it getting noticed.8Become a YouTube partner.YouTube Partners are YouTube members who have monetized videos with a large number of viewers. Partners gain access to more content creation tools, and can win prizes for the number of viewers they have. Partners also get access to much more community support and tips.

*.You can apply for YouTube partnership at any time through the YouTube Partner page. In order to gain access to the most powerful Partner programs, you need to have 15,000 cumulative watch hours for your channel over the last 90 days.

Ad Questions and Answers
*.Do I have to be 18+ years old to get paid?
*.You will need to be 18+ in order tocreate an AdSense account, whichis required for payment. If you are under 18, you can have a parent help you set up an account.

*.Can you earn money in any country?
*.No, monetization is not supported everywhere. You can see a list of supported countries at http://support.google.com/youtube/answer/1342206?hl=en

*.Do you have to earn money to keep your YouTube channel?
*.No, you can keep your channel ad-free and never have to worry about it being closed.

*.Do you need your own website or blog to make money on YouTube?
*.No, you can earn money purely through YouTube and your YouTube channel. Having your own website isn't necessary, but itcan help you increase your visibility and draw a larger audience.

*.How much do you earn for subscribers?
*.The number of subscribers you have is not related to the amount of money you earn. You'll only earn money when viewers watch complete ads or click ad banners. Simply viewing your video and skipping the ad will not earn you any money, and the number of subscribers you have has no bearing on your earnings.

*.How can I increase my audience and subscribers?
*.YouTube is all about constant content. You'll want to focus on creating videos that serve your audience's needs, as well as creating content at a regular pace to keep them coming back. As long as you are uploading regularly, you should see your numbers increase.

*.Does it cost any money to upload videos to YouTube and earn money from them?
*.No, uploading and monetizing your videos is completely free. YouTube will take a cut of your ad earnings as compensation, but you won't ever have to pay anything.

*.How do I put ads on my videos?
*.Once you've linked an AdSense account, you can enable monetization for your videos. Open your video manager in YouTube and click the "$" button next to the video you want to put ads in.

*.Why is the monetization button ($) missing?
*.You won't be able to monetize videos that currently have a copyright claim. This may be an automated Content ID claim that you'll just need to wait out. The monetization option may also be missing if your AdSense account is not in good standing.

*.How can I receive my payments?
*.The payment methods available will vary depending on your location. Open the "Payment settings" page for your AdSense account and use the "Form of payment" section to choose how you would like to receive your payments. You may be able to receive a check, get a wire transfer or electronic transfer directly to your bank, or use Western Union.

*.How often will I get paid?
*.Before you can start getting paid, you'll need to reach the payment threshold. This varies depending on your currency. In the US, the payment threshold is $100. This means you'll need to earn $100 before you can start collecting any money. If you've hit your payment threshold, you'll be paid around the 21st of every month. If you didn't meet the threshold, that money will be rolled over into next month's amount.

*.Do I need an AdSense account to earn money on YouTube?
*.Yes, AdSense is the company that provides the ads that earn you money on YouTube. Without AdSense, you cannot insert and track ads on your videos. If you are too young to create an AdSense account, ask for help from your parents.

*.Can I receive payment using a PayPal account?
*.No, PayPal is not a supported form of payment with AdSense. Your payment options will vary depending on your address. You may be able to receive a check, wire transfer, or electronic funds transfer (EFT).

*.Is it legal to upload other people's content to my channel?
*.Unless you have a legal license to distribute the video, it is not legal to upload videos created by someone else. If you upload content that is not your own, you open yourself up to DMCA takedown requests and legal action. If you try to monetize a video you don't own, you can get in serious trouble.

*.How do I pick a topic for my videos?
*.You'll want to look at what's already available, and ask yourselfhow you can better serve that audience. You may also want to choose a topic that will lead to lots of ad clicks, such as reviews. the more ads that your audience watches, the more money you'll make. Picking a topic that interests you will help you continue to create interesting content without getting bored.

*.How much money will I make per view?
*.YouTube doesn't pay out based on the number of views you get. Instead, you'll make money when people watch ads on your channel. The more people that watch the full ad or click the ad, the more money you'll make. The number of viewers is essentially irrelevant, and the value of ad clicks varies for each ad