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In 2024-25, YouTube implemented significant changes to its monetization policies, aiming to provide more opportunities for emerging old or new creators while maintaining content quality and platform integrity. These updates are particularly relevant for new YouTubers aspiring to monetize their content. Revised Eligibility Criteria Previously, to join the YouTube Partner Program (YPP), creators needed at least 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 public watch hours in the past year. In 2024-25, YouTube adjusted these requirements to make monetization more accessible: Subscriber Count : Reduced from 1,000 to 500 subscribers. Watch Hours : Lowered from 4,000 to 3,000 hours. Shorts Views  : Decreased from 10 million to 3 million views over the last 90 days. These changes enable new creators to monetize their content earlier in their YouTube journey. [ pragnews.com ] Modular Monetization Options YouTube introduced a modular structure to the YPP terms, offering creators flexibility in choosing ho...