How many followers do you need to affiliate YouTube?

YouTube does not have a specific follower or subscriber requirement for joining the YouTube Partner Program (YPP), which allows creators to monetize their content through ads and other revenue streams.

However, YouTube has eligibility requirements that creators need to meet to qualify for the YouTube Partner Program. These requirements include:

1. Follow all of YouTube's Policies and Guidelines:

   • Creators must adhere to YouTube's community guidelines, terms of service, copyright laws, and all other policies.

2. Live in a Country or Region Where the YouTube Partner Program is Available:

   • The YouTube Partner Program must be available in the country or region where the creator resides.

3. Have More Than 4,000 Watch Hours in the Last 12 Months:

   • Creators need to have accumulated over 4,000 watch hours on their channel in the last 12 months.

4. Have More Than 1,000 Subscribers:

   • Creators need to have more than 1,000 subscribers on their YouTube channel.

5. Link AdSense Account:

   • Creators need to link their YouTube channel to an AdSense account to earn money from ads.

Meeting these requirements demonstrates that a creator has an engaged audience and is consistently producing content that meets YouTube's standards. Once these criteria are met, creators can apply for the YouTube Partner Program through their YouTube Studio.

Keep in mind that YouTube's policies and requirements can change, and it's essential to check YouTube's official guidelines for the most up-to-date information. If there have been changes since my last update, you can find the latest details on the YouTube Help Center or YouTube's official blog.