How much YouTube paid us for 1M Shorts views

Hey creators! ?? Welcome to Creator Weekly, a roundup of the top stories, tips, insights and trends from the TubeBuddy blog and YouTube channel.

?? In this week's edition:

• The secrets behind YouTube Shorts monetization
• A roundup of the best royalty-free music sites
• How to get verified on YouTube
• The latest YouTube update

How Much Does YouTube Pay for 1M Shorts Views?

Assuming you have the required 1,000 subscribers and >10 million YouTube Shorts views over 90 days required to join the YouTube Partner Program, you can get paid for views on your YouTube Shorts.

But how much does YouTube Shorts pay? That’s the big question.?We did the math using one of our own TubeBuddy YouTube Shorts videos with over 1 million views.

Here's a quick glimpse of what you'll uncover:

• The real deal about YouTube Shorts RPM and how it differs from long-form content
• Exclusive insights from our journey to 1 million views on YouTube Shorts and the earnings that followed
• Success stories and strategies from leading short-form creators like Jenny Hoyos , revealing the potential beyond ad revenue
• Tips on optimizing your content for Shorts to attract views and boost your earnings

Watch below for everything we discovered:

Royalty-Free Music Sites for Your YouTube Videos

From setting a tone to increasing retention rates, music may be the secret sauce your videos are missing. Whether you want to go the free route or invest a little cash, we’ve got you covered. Find the perfect track and avoid the dreaded copyright infringements with our top picks for the best royalty-free music sites:

First up, the free options:

?? YouTube Free Music

This is the safest and most easily-accessible, YouTube Free Music. Yes, YouTube itself offers a treasure trove of tunes and sound effects right at your fingertips. From your YouTube studio dashboard → click on “Audio Library,” and you’re in! With options to filter by genre, mood, and more, it’s a musical playground for your content. Just remember to check those usage details to avoid any copyright issues.

?? Some other free options to explore: Tunetank , Uppbeat and Free Music Archive (FMA)

Now for the paid options:

?? Lickd

Starting at $15/month, get access to legal tunes from your favorite artists. It's a small price to pay for peace of mind and a killer soundtrack.

?? Epidemic Sound

Featuring over 35,000 tracks and 90,000 sound effects to fuel your creativity. Starting at $9.99/month with a handy mobile app and options for personal and commercial use, it's a one-stop-shop for your audio needs.

?? Artlist

With a library boasting over 18,000 songs and sound effects, finding that perfect track has never been easier. Plus, with options for social plans starting at $9.99/month, there's something for every budget.

How to Get Verified on YouTube

When you look up celebrities and public figures on social media, how do you know which account to follow? Chances are, you keep an eye out for a verified account.?

That badge, checkmark, or little blue circle have become literal status symbols in the digital realm. Verification indicates that the platform has authenticated the identity of the account holder. (And on some platforms, looking at you X, it simply means someone has shelled out $8.)

But to internet users, verification means much more: It conveys credibility and legitimacy. People know that verified accounts are real, not impersonators, and trust what they post and share. Plus, verified creators tend to rank higher in search results, and appear higher in comments sections, driving more viewers to their channels.

So how do you get verified on YouTube, and how will it help your channel growth? Here's how! We're for real - we promise.

This YouTube Update Could Ruin Channels ??

??? Stay tuned for next week's edition as we take a deep dive into:

• The BEST video drones for creators
• Using YouTube analytics for money-making content insights
• The exact YouTube settings small creators NEED to turn on for success
• Scroll-stopping video hooks that are guaranteed to grab viewers' attention
• PLUS, another amazing new update from the YouTube team ??

Thanks for reading - see you next week! ??

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