How to create YouTube channel and get approved monetization

 Creating a YouTube channel and getting approved for monetization involves several steps. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:

1. **Create a Google Account**: If you don't have one, sign up for a Google Account. This account will serve as the foundation for your YouTube channel.

2. **Sign in to YouTube**: Using your Google Account, sign in to YouTube (https://www.youtube.com).

3. **Create Your Channel**: Click on your profile picture (if you have one) or the "Create" button in the top right corner of the YouTube homepage. Select "Create a channel" and follow the prompts to create your YouTube channel.

4. **Channel Name and Description**: Choose a name for your channel that represents your content. Write a channel description that explains what your channel is about.

5. **Channel Art and Profile Picture**: Customize your channel by adding channel art (banner) and a profile picture that reflect your brand or content.

6. **Upload Content**: Start uploading videos to your channel. Ensure your videos are original, high-quality, and adhere to YouTube's Community Guidelines.

7. **Build Your Audience**: Promote your videos on social media, forums, and other platforms to grow your subscriber base and viewership.

8. **Monetization Eligibility**: To be eligible for YouTube's Partner Program (YPP) and monetization, your channel must meet the following requirements:

   - Have at least 1,000 subscribers.

   - Have accumulated 4,000 watch hours in the last 12 months.

   - Comply with YouTube's Advertiser-friendly Content Guidelines and Community Guidelines.

9. **Apply for Monetization**: Once you meet the eligibility criteria, sign in to your YouTube Studio (https://studio.youtube.com) and navigate to the "Monetization" section. Follow the steps to apply for monetization.

10. **Review and Approval**: YouTube will review your channel to ensure it meets the YPP policies. The review process may take a few weeks. If your channel is approved, you'll be able to monetize your videos through ads and other features.

11. **Ad Types**: Monetization allows you to earn from different ad types, such as display ads, overlay ads, skippable video ads, and more.

12. **Stay Compliant**: Continue creating original and advertiser-friendly content. Adhere to YouTube's policies and guidelines to maintain your monetization status.

Remember that getting approved for monetization requires time and effort to build a substantial audience and create engaging content. Be patient, stay consistent, and focus on delivering value to your viewers to grow your channel successfully.