Today we are going to see an Interesting topic, how to Create and Customize YouTube Channel and How we can Monetize our YouTube Channel.  |
| Create and Customize YouTube Channel |
Reasons to Create a YouTube Channel
YouTube is the second-largest search engine after Google and serves as a video platform.
Nowadays, many people see YouTube channels as a side business. The number of YouTube viewers and creators is growing every day.
This growth is mainly because people want to earn extra income in their free time. We create YouTube channels because they can provide a good source of income.
Creating a YouTube channel is very easy. You just need a Gmail account. However, making money from that channel is not so simple.
To earn money through the YouTube Partner Program, we need to consistently provide good content that engages viewers. There are many eligibility requirements for this.
Now, let's clearly look at how to create a YouTube channel and customize YouTube channel.
How to Create a YouTube Channel on Mobile
To start a YouTube channel on your mobile, you first need a Gmail account. Most people have a Gmail account on their phones. You can only change mobile settings if you have a Gmail account.
When you turn on your phone, it will ask you to sign in with your Gmail account. Creating a Gmail ID is easy for everyone.
- First, log in to the YouTube app using your Gmail ID. Open the YouTube app, and you will see an option called "You" at the bottom. Click on it, and your YouTube ID name will appear.
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| Open a YouTube Account |
- You will see an option called "Create a channel" below your name.
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| Create a channel |
- After clicking it, you need to enter your channel name and your channel handle name as shown below.
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| Name and handle |
- Next, you need to click on the "Create channel" option. That's it; your channel is now created.
- Now, click on the "view channel" option next to your ID name to see your channel.
How to use YouTube Studio in desktop mode by using mobile
You can easily create a channel using mobile. However, to fully customize the channel clearly, you should use the YouTube app in desktop mode.
- You can simply visit the website https://studio.youtube.com using your mobile browser without using the Chrome browser.
- YouTube Studio will open. In this YouTube Studio, we can set up and customize all the settings for our YouTube channel.
- Now, log in to YouTube Studio using your email ID. Your channel logo will be in the top right corner.
- Clicking it will open your channel in YouTube Studio. Now we need to customize YouTube channel.
How to Customize YouTube Channel Profile
- After opening your channel in YouTube Studio, click on the customize channel option to customize YouTube channel profile.
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| Channel customization |
1. Banner Image
The banner image is the cover picture for your channel. It should be 2048×1152 pixels in size and less than 6 MB.
2. Picture
Your profile picture is the logo for your channel. It should be 98×98 pixels in size and less than 4MB.
The image must be in PNG or GIF format (no animations). Additionally, it should comply with YouTube's community guidelines.
3. Name
Here is where you need to mention your channel name. This name is only for your YouTube channel, not for other Google services. You can change your channel name only twice within 14 days.
4. Handle
A Handle is a unique ID name for you. This handle is used to create the custom URL for your channel. You can also use it to mention your channel. You can change it twice within 14 days.
5. Description
Here you can include all the details about our channel and everything related to it. This will be displayed in the About section of your channel. We can add this description in multiple languages.
6. Channel URL
The channel's URL is provided next. This is non-editable and includes the channel ID.
7. Links
We can connect our other social media links with this option. Just add the link and specify the title and link URL.
8. Contact Info
We need to include our email ID here. This way, viewers can contact us.
9. Video Watermark
A watermark is your logo placed in the bottom right corner of the video. It should be an image size of 150×150 and less than 1 MB. The image format can be PNG, GIF (without animations), BMP, or JPEG.
How to Customize YouTube Channel Layout
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| Customize YouTube channel layout |
It is very important to customize the layout of our YouTube channel if we have uploaded many videos.
The layout includes sections like For You, Videos, Short videos, Live streams, and Playlists.
We can click on the add sections option to include more features like popular videos, subscriptions, and multiple playlists.
Playlist
A playlist is a way to organize videos by category. This makes it easier to find a specific video. Now let's see how to create a playlist on mobile.
- On our YouTube page, there is an option called "playlist" with a plus symbol. Click on it to create a new playlist.
- When you upload a video, there is an option to add it to a playlist. You can use this to link it to the desired playlists.
How to Upload YouTube Videos on Mobile
When you want to upload a video, let's clearly see what you need to do.
- First, open the YouTube app and click on the + icon at the bottom. Next, you need to choose the video you want to upload.
- Then, fill in the required details in the window that appears.
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| To upload youtube video |
- First, you need to provide the title of the video. You can also mention another channel in the same place using the handle name.
- Next, you should give a description for the video. After that, set the visibility to public.
- Also, there will be options for private, unlisted, and scheduled. You can use those options as well.
- If you need a location, you can add it. Similarly, if you have created a playlist, you can share that too.
- If the video is your own, you don't need to provide altered content.
- However, if the video shows a real person or presents something unrealistic in a realistic way, then you must provide altered content.
- You can add keywords in the tags option of the video. This helps viewers find your video when they search for that keyword.
- Shorts remixing allows others to create their own shorts using your video, and you allow them to do this.
- If you don't want comments, you can turn off the comments option. Then, you need to click next.
- After that, you should specify if your video is made for kids or not made for kids.
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| Made for kids and Age restriction |
- If your video is only for viewers over 18, set an age restriction, and then click the upload video option to upload your video.
How to Monetize Your YouTube Channel
To earn monetization on YouTube, there are certain eligibility requirements.
Monetization means making money from the videos you upload. This involves placing advertisements in your videos to generate income.
The revenue from these ads is split, with YouTube taking 45% and creators receiving 55%.
Additionally, YouTube offers other ways to earn, such as memberships, super chats, and super thanks.
To join the YouTube partner program, we need to have 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours, or 1,000 subscribers and 10 million views on shorts.
This must be achieved within the last 365 days. Only then can we apply for monetization.
Some tips to grow your YouTube channel
1. Posting your Videos Regularly
To grow a channel, you need to post videos daily. This is the best way to develop your channel quickly. If you can't post a full video, at least share a short video. It's good if your videos are unique.
2. Video Optimization
To see how a video performs, we need to check its performance. We should look at the keywords people use to search for our video.
We can do this by going to YouTube Studio > Analytics > Research. Also, adding tags to each video is very important.
3. Create Playlists
Creating a playlist and categorizing all the videos can help our channel get extra views from people checking it out, even for the older videos.
4. Eye-catching Thumbnails
Video thumbnails need to be super catchy. Only then will everyone click on our video to watch it. It's really important because that's how we can get the maximum views.
5. Promote your YouTube videos
In the early days of your channel, you can promote your videos on other channels to attract viewers.
You can also share them on other social media platforms. If people like your content, they will subscribe to your channel and watch more of your videos.
It's important to understand who your target audience is and share your videos with them.
6. Check Analytics
We need to analyze what types of videos get the most views on our channel. To do this, we should check the analytics of each video.
We should keep posting more videos in the same style that gets high views and likes.
YouTube Channel FAQs
1. Is creating a YouTube channel free?
Yes, it is totally free to create a YouTube channel and customize YouTube channel. All you need is a Google account, which means you just need a Gmail ID.
2. Can I earn from YouTube Channel?
Yes, you can earn money from a YouTube channel. By joining the YouTube Partner Program, you can make money through your channel.
3. What's the eligibility to join the partner program?
To join the YouTube Partner Program, you need to have either 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours on long videos in the last 365 days, or 1,000 subscribers and 10 million views on public shorts in the last 90 days.
4. How much can we earn from 1000 views?
Earning depends on the niche we choose. It can be around $0.25 to $4. This is just a rough estimate.
Also, YouTube takes 45% of the earnings and gives 55% to the creators.
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