Are you curious how YouTubers actually get paid for the ads they run on their videos?

The truth is, there are several different types of ads that channels can run, and not all of them are paid the same way.

One of the most intriguing ads however are the ones that play before or during videos, with the option to skip them. You may find yourself wondering – if you stick around and watch the whole ad (rather than clicking the skip button), will the creator be paid more?

In this article, I’ll cover the quick answers, plus further details you may be interested to know. I’ll also share some better ways to support your favorite creators, or make more money if you are the one posting videos yourself!

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Are you viewing a company’s press kit, and are wondering whether or not it’s okay to use their intellectual property within your content?

Press kits often contain photos, clips, or other media regarding a company or its products.

So, are you allowed to freely use these, and if so, are there any restrictions?

In this article, I’ll cover everything you need to know! Keep in mind however that this shouldn’t be considered legal advice – just information from working with companies that have issued press kits in the past.

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Are you planning on publishing a short video on YouTube, and wonder if it will still be eligible for monetization?

It’s common to wonder if very short videos can even monetized at all – especially when the video would be even shorter than the ads that may appear before it!

So, what is the minimum video length? In this article I’ll be answering that question, along with whether or not you should publish the video as a YouTube Short instead.

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Do you ever wonder how much it’s actually worth to a creator, when you subscribe to their channel on YouTube?

The truth is, there are channels making full-time livings out there with less than 1,000 total subscribers.

So, how much do creators make per subscriber on YouTube, and what determines the value?

In this article, I’ll cover everything that you need to know!

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Are you considering starting a YouTube channel – or allowing your child to start one, and are wondering whether or not it’s actually safe?

This is a great question, and it’s wonderful that you’re considering this ahead of time – many people don’t start getting concerned for their safety until it’s too late.

So, how safe is YouTube for channel owners, and what can be done to make the platform safer?

In this article, I’ll share everything that you need to know!

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Are you wondering whether or not YouTube creators are able to see who has viewed their videos?

Or, perhaps you’re a creator yourself, and you’re wondering if there’s any way to see your viewer list.

This is an excellent question. In this article, I’ll be sharing whether or not it’s possible and if so, how it can be done.

Let’s get into it!

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