YouTube is revising its impersonation policy, requiring users to make it clear in their channel name or handle if they operate fan accounts.
A new policy update has been implemented by YouTube for fan channels of well-known content producers and influencers. The biggest video streaming website published an update to its blog with the title “Updates to YouTube Policies for Fan Channels” on its community page. The business has disclosed that it is updating its policies on impersonation for those who manage fan channels. This is done to stop fan channels from stealing trademarks, works of art, and other intellectual properties that belong to the person who originally created them. Continue reading to learn more about the latest YouTube policy update.
Fan channels must make it clear in their channel name or handle that they are fan channels, according to the company’s official community post. It is made clear in the post that these channels must make it obvious that they do not speak for the original creator, artist, or influencer. Any channel found to be violating the updated guideline will have their channel deleted from the site. According to YouTube, the new policy modification will start to take effect on August 21, 2023.
Fan channels must make it clear in their channel name or handle that they are fan channels, according to the company’s official community post. It is made clear in the post that these channels must make it obvious that they do not speak for the original creator, artist, or influencer. Any channel found to be violating the updated guideline will have their channel deleted from the site. According to YouTube, the new policy modification will start to take effect on August 21, 2023.
Additionally, YouTube has simplified the process for producers to monetize their videos on its systems. Less lax than before, the monetization rules have changed. Prior to this change, channels had to have at least 1,000 subscribers and either 4,000 watch hours or 10 million Shorts views in the previous 90 days. Three recent public uploads with either 3,000 watch hours in the previous year or 3 million Shorts views in the most recent 90 days are now required.
Those who satisfy the updated criteria can submit an application to join the YouTube Partner Program. They have access to resources like Super Thanks, Super Chat, channel memberships, and more through this program.
