story time: youtube demonetized my channel (tips to fix/prevent) 

Thank you for sharing your experience! That was very informative and helpful 😊 and I’m glad you managed to fix the situation.

It happened to me today. About 3 or 4 years ago I had two strikes on my channel for two videos and they said if I got a third they would delete the whole channel. I was able to get those strikes off and my channel's been perfect ever since but when that happened it made me realize just like you said that at any point in time they can for whatever reason they want delete your channel or demonetize it, so after that I started putting more effort into my game development company which I make more money at anyway + less time making RU-vid videos. And I'm glad I made that decision way back then because my whole channel today got demonetized out of the blue. Normally if there's a video they have a problem with they will send you a message and you can go on there and take care of the video either change it or delete it. But with the demonetization you're left in limbo, they don't tell you specifically why what specific video it's just a vague reason. So this just confirms that I did the right thing by focusing more on my game development company and less on a platform that I feel like doesn't care about content creators. They really cared they would tell you specifically what's wrong and specifically which videos so you can either a just delete those videos or change them but they don't do that. That's a terrible way to write a business, that's a not a good person to partner with, you wouldn't partner with a friend like that or other business acquaintance.

Omg this is so scary. I’m so sorry you had to go through this. Totally agree it’s good to have multiple streams of income and not rely on one social platform! So Proud of you!

*Same with my channel, they make up any reason to demonetize channels around our size esp when you have 1-3 viral videos. As you can see on mine I have a 2M view short. They wont listen to emails you have to do something vast luckily for you you got it back immediately*

I had the exact same thing happen and had the same reaction; absolute devastation! I also did an appeal video and thankfully was allowed back into the Partner Program. It also made me realize I need to diversify. I have a great job and have to say, the whole experience made me ask myself if I were to gain huge success on YT, would I want to quit my job. It's scary to think that everything you've worked so hard for could be wiped out literally overnight. I guess no job, on or off RU-vid is 100% secure. I also found it frustrating that when they do remove you from the program, they don't tell you why, so you end up questioning absolutely everything. Tough situation to be in.

Nice vid, glad to hear you got it all sorted I will admit after all the hard work to get monetized I would cry like a little girl if they took it away

I'm glad you got it back! Honestly, though, hearing stories like this makes me wonder if it's even worth it. So much work for so little, and then something like this happens.

Thank you so much for making this video! This is honestly one of the most informative videos I've come across recently. I started my channel a little over a month ago and most of my double digit subscribers are my family or friends of family so far. The path to monetization is challenging enough already, but knowing that the challenges never end even after getting monetized is scary. Congratulations for getting yourself monetized again! Really happy for you. And thanks once again for sharing this valuable information with the world. I really hope my channel becomes a source of joy and reliable income for me instead of a source of dread in the future.

THANK YOU, THANK YOU for making the time to share this... I've just also started my channel and the learning curve is grueling. To go through all that and then have RU-vid shut you down unfairly is crazy. I'll def take your advice and keep my video research and planning more organized because that too is overwhelming. Thank you again and have a wonderful week!

Thank you for sharing! We’re close to being monetized and will need to really read the YPP guidelines then 😅. Glad you didn’t back down and you got your monetization back 💪 !

New Sub! I'm so sorry this happened to you! I just started after taking a long break and found you for advice to clean up my channel. This was really motivating thank you!

Thank you SOOO Much. I am a new RU-vid Channel and I am so glad I found this video. I am not into makeup at all (I'm a guy), BUT I definately Subed your channel and Liked this video. You deserve it for helping make Content Creators aware of what to do when the crap hits the fan!! God Bless!

This was a great story/ message. I'm so glad you got your monetization back. You popped up on my feed as recommended. It's always interesting to hear demonitization stories because it can happen for literally any reason. I'm scared for my own channel at times, but I have to continue doing what I love doing, making videos. I love the tips you recommended at the end and how you handled it. Hopefully this never happens again. Take care you have a new followers. I would love to see you grow.

Thank you for sharing your information. I started my channel last year and glad for all your tips. I'll be sure to keep this in mind in case I ever get into any problems.

Good for you girl! Bravo, thank you for being a woman that other woman can look up to. You are honest about how you felt but still got through it. Stay authentic, praying your channel will blow up!! 👏👏😊

Thank you for such a thorough and informative video! I'm so glad that you were able to have your channel re-monetized. Much deserved, especially after the efforts you put in with your appeal video. Looking forward to seeing more of your vids! & fellow L.A. dweller, yay for the sunshine being here all day now. June Gloom bye bye!

I thank you so much for making this! Since I’m about to start my channel, I was always afraid of that situation happening to me. Awesome video!

Grateful for your high spirits all the way through ups and downs 🎉🎉

I don’t really need makeup tips and whatnot 😂 But I really love your personality, honesty and overall vibe - so you got a Subscriber😊 Such soothing voice

That's the way RU-vid works. I had this same thing happen to my channel a few years. After that I don't 😊trust this platform as far as income

Thank you so much for sharing this information! ❤❤

The lighting in this video is perfection 💕💕💕

Thanks for sharing! As a new content creator, this is helpful. All the best to you on your journey.

Sorry to hear that, but hopefully it will be a quick rise back up!

RU-vid done changed so much! Keep working you got it

Thank you so much. This was helpful. I love making content but this gave me some pointers to keep in mind.

I'm pretty sure it's AI flagging these videos. I've had a channel for over 10 years and an unlisted video of my houseplants with 4 views got me flagged. Sh*t's crazy but they are pretty good about fixing the situation quickly, I will say that. Glad you got it straightened out. P.S. Found you while looking at reviews of the Sony ZV-1. Good luck with the channel!

I am a new channel and my watch hours are crawlinggggg, now I don't know how to feel..😭

sorry u went through that, didnt even know it was possible. here i am trying to reach 1000 and 4000 hours to make some money solely relying on this and its been so hard to grow as well so no luck yet but i guess i should think of something else as well.

Yuuuu is so scary. I just started last month but this scares me😢

Thank you for letting us know 🙏❤

I subscribed; congratulations on getting monetized again 😇🌟💲 I still need watch hours but I'm optimistic ❤️

Krizia, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for talking about this because it's scary being a new content creator on RU-vid and you're constantly worrying about if you'll grow your channel and get monetized. I make content that is very unique in my own opinion and I'm growing super slowly which means I doubt myself so much even though I'm constantly learning and I want to get monetized so I can evolve as a content creator and really focus on creating videos. These things are crucial to understand! I'd love to hear more about your experience and learn as much as possible.

Wow I didn’t know that you could get demonetized on RU-vid thanks for sharing ❤

Keep going! You inspire me ❤❤❤

Thank you for sharing and have a wonderful day

thank you this is very informative

Thanks for sharing your story. But wait, it seems that after you got monetized you werent posting as consistently. I think that's something that alot of people get demontetized for. But true, dont only rely on RU-vid monetization. Have multiple streams of income. I run several RU-vid channels in different niches and the key takeaway is that for every vid posted make sure to have a related affiliates to promote, a merch store and some sponsorship. Realizing how fickle youtube system is I've thought about also posting on alternative sites like Rumble and Odysee. But Rumble has alot of toxic people and Odysee just doesnt have the traffic you get with RU-vid. So, for better or worse RU-vid is still number 1 on that front. Just always think of diversifying your income with every vid posted on RU-vid👍

Which video made you demonetized? What reused content was in it. I feel like you didn’t specify ❤ anyways I’m a new subscriber watching from South Africa ❤❤❤

Thanks you for sharing

Well, at least you’re very pretty, with or without income ❤

Happened to me in one hr 800 subscribers disappeared from my channel.I was reached 1k subscribers.i start again .Thanks for your information it’s really helpful

Thank you I just demonetise I work for my channel for over 4 years just sadly demonetised I’m so sad

Oh my I'm scared .. even though I'm not even close...

पplease make similar videos on adsense account

Nice video, thank you for the info (even if in my case I will have 1k subscribers in 2132 perhaps 😂😂)

this video could have and should have been 5 minutes long. I'm willing to bet the average watch time is 3 minutes.

@krizofficial just checking did I miss the adsense video?