YouTube Help: YouTube Shorts monetization policies
YouTube's rules for Shorts revenue sharing, which is separate from paid posting opportunities.
Earn money posting YouTube Shorts
Paid YouTube Shorts opportunities are separate from YouTube Partner Program ad revenue. Check what to post and how earnings work, publish an eligible Short, and submit its public URL for review.
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Two different ways a YouTube Short may earn
YouTube has its own monetization rules for eligible channels. A brand-funded campaign is different: the campaign defines posting rules and funds a separate earning formula for qualifying content.
How to submit a YouTube Shorts campaign post
Verify the YouTube channel you control, choose a campaign that accepts YouTube, create an original Short, publish it publicly, and submit the canonical Shorts or watch URL before the deadline.
What makes a strong submission?
A strong Short opens clearly, follows the requested brand connection, respects content rights, feels native to short-form viewing, and includes required sponsorship disclosures.
Official platform and disclosure resources
Campaign rules do not replace platform policies or applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need YouTube Partner Program access?
Not by default. Brand-campaign and YouTube monetization eligibility are separate.
Can I submit a regular YouTube video?
Only when the campaign accepts that format.
Does every view earn money?
No. Thresholds, caps, audience rules, measurement windows, and budgets may apply.