Paid Youtube Subscription: Myth or Reality?

Today we will try to find out if there is a paid subscription on Youtube. Not so long ago, around the middle of 2015, the first news about this event appeared on the Internet. Allegedly a large video hosting "YouTube" will make subscriptions to channels paid. Until that time, as everyone understood, they were free. Some users were skeptical. Can’t the largest video portal become paid like this right away? What is really the situation with this issue?

To pay or not?

Beginning users after this news became interested - is subscription to Youtube channels paid or not? Previously, you could answer unambiguously - you will not have any costs for watching videos. But after the statements made it is difficult to give an answer.

Now there are some points to consider. This is a paid Youtube subscription. In other words, there are now two options on this site - paid and free. You yourself can make a choice - pay per view or not. Of course, in order to use YouTube’s resources for free, you’ll only have to subscribe to the appropriate channels. In general, the site does not require a fee for viewing all videos.

For what

But why then have you come up with paid Youtube subscriptions? In truth, this is a way to make money for users. The Internet is full of people who create some kind of original video tutorials and courses, reviews and guides. Some of the resources are distinguished by their quality. And, of course, I want to get something for them.

For these purposes, paid Youtube subscriptions were invented. It's no secret that now this site is used to earn money. True, not quite active. When viewing "untwisted" channels, users have to additionally watch ads. For this, the owner of the video receives a fee, albeit a small one. A kind of passive income.

There was news that Youtube will introduce a paid subscription in October 2015. People who make money online have started actively creating their own original videos. After all, now everyone is able to maintain their own personal channel or shoot video. Users will have to pay to view it. This is a good way to make a profit. Of course, the creators of Youtube will not stand aside. They also get their benefit. True, there are quite a few restrictions that will not allow everyone to make a paid subscription to their channel.

Limitations and Terms

What does it take to get such a great new way to make money on YouTube? To begin with, you should already have a “well-developed” channel with a good reputation. Otherwise, a paid subscription to Youtube will not be available to you. In addition, the number of subscribers on the channel should be more than 1,000. An account confirmed by phone number, as well as compliance with the YouTube affiliate program, are also important conditions. By the way, your paid videos must be created personally, as well as be original. Unfortunately, a variety of let’s plays and walkthroughs for paid channels are not good. Just like application guides. Unless the license agreement indicates that you have the right to create paid reviews.

In addition, a paid Youtube subscription is not available to all countries. Unfortunately, in Russia it’s impossible to make such a source of profit for yourself. Subscribing to channels and paying for watching videos is easy, but making money yourself isn’t. If you are located in the following countries, then such an opportunity is available:

• USA;
• Italy;
• Hong Kong;
• Japan;
• Poland;
• Canada;
• Mexico;
• India;
• Australia;
• Brazil;
• France;
• Philippines;
• Portugal;
• Italy;
• New Zealand;
• South Korea;
• Sweden;
• Taiwan;
• Uganda.

In addition, it is worth noting that users need to have an AdSense account that is verified and associated with YouTube. Without it, implementing an idea will not work.

How to turn on

Suppose all requirements are met. And now you may have a paid Youtube subscription. To do this, you must turn it on. How to do it?

Nothing complicated. First you’ll have to look at “Status and Features” on “YouTube”, and then select “Paid Content” there. If your account meets the requirements, then you will see the "Enable" button there. Now accept the messages, and then constantly click on "OK" or "Next." After the license agreement, select the checkboxes in the appropriate places and select "I Agree."

Now on the left side of the screen you will see a new inscription - “Paid subscriptions”. In the "Monetization" section you will see a new menu item - a check box. It is called "To watch a video, you must purchase it or rent it." If you set this parameter for the video, then it will become paid. That's all. As you can see, nothing complicated.