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YouTube has two YPP tiers in 2026: Standard (1,000 subs + 4,000 hours) and Early Access (500 subs + 3M Shorts views). Here are the exact requirements, what you get at each tier, and how long it takes to qualify.
Last updated: March 4, 2026
YouTube Partner Program Requirements 2026: Two Tiers
YPP Standard (full monetization): 1,000 subscribers + 4,000 public watch hours in the last 12 months OR 1,000 subscribers + 10 million public Shorts views in the last 90 days. YPP Early Access (channel memberships + Super Thanks only): 500 subscribers + 3,000 watch hours OR 500 subscribers + 3 million Shorts views in 90 days.
What You Get with YouTube Partner Program in 2026
YPP Standard: Ad revenue sharing (45% for long-form and Shorts), Channel Memberships, Super Thanks, Super Chat, Super Stickers, Shopping features, YouTube Premium revenue. YPP Early Access: Channel Memberships and Super Thanks only — no ad revenue until Standard requirements are met.
How Long Does It Take to Qualify for YPP?
Average time to YPP Standard: 6-18 months for consistent creators. Fastest path: post 1-3 Shorts/day targeting low-competition keywords + 1 long-form video/week. Channels hitting 10M Shorts views in 90 days can qualify in 3-4 months.
YouTube YPP Application Process 2026
Once eligible, go to YouTube Studio → Earn → Apply. YouTube reviews your channel for policy compliance (takes 1-4 weeks). Requirements: no active Community Guidelines strikes, AdSense account in good standing, 2FA enabled. Approval rate is approximately 75% for eligible channels.
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