What does it mean when a video is monetized? Video monetization is basically getting paid for the videos you create. People watch, like or subscribe and you get paid a sum of money for it. The more people who watch (or, the more subscribers you have), the more you earn.

How do I monetize my video?

Go to YouTube Studio. In the left menu, select Content. Select the grey box on the left of the video thumbnail for any video you want to monetize. Click the Edit dropdown in the black bar above your video list > click Monetization.

How many views do you need to monetize a video?

How many views do YouTubers need to get paid? In order to get paid by YouTube, you need to reach a balance of $100 or more from views. This means you'll need to garner 20,000 views if you receive $5 per 1,000 views.