YouTube is making significant updates in 2024 that will impact both creators and viewers. Some of the key changes include:
Monetization for Shorts: Creators can now earn from YouTube Shorts if they have at least 1,000 subscribers and 10 million Shorts views within 90 days. YouTube pools ad revenue from Shorts, with creators receiving a share based on their contribution to overall views.
2. Ad Placement Changes: YouTube will now automatically select ad formats for videos (pre-roll, post-roll, etc.), though creators retain control over mid-roll ads. Automatic placement can increase revenue but may slightly reduce watch time.
3.Profanity Rules: YouTube has introduced a tiered system for profanity. “Stronger” profanity (e.g., f***), especially in the first 7 seconds, may limit monetization, while “moderate” profanity like “b***h” won’t affect full monetization.
4. Adblocker Detection: YouTube is pushing back against ad blockers, encouraging users to either allow ads or subscribe to YouTube Premium. This move helps support creators who rely on ad revenue.
5. New AI Tools: YouTube is also rolling out AI-powered features to assist creators, such as Dream Screen, which allows creators to describe scenes they want, and YouTube’s AI will generate them as backgrounds for Shorts.
6. Algorithm Focus: The YouTube algorithm in 2024 prioritizes viewer engagement, watch time, and regional preferences when recommending content, rather than the content itself.
By Bihar 