{ "batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "articles": [ { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_age_minimum", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Access.signup", "summary": "You must be at least 13 years old to use YouTube's service.", "body": "You must be at least 13 years old to use YouTube's service.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service; however, children of all ages may use the Service and YouTube Kids (where available) if enabled by a parent or legal guardian.”\n\nNote: This is the age to use the service; monetization requires being 18 or having a legal guardian handle payments via AdSense.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.youtube.com/t/terms", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service; however, children of all ages may use the Service and YouTube Kids (where available) if enabled by a parent or legal guardian.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Access.signup", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube Terms of Service", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "choosing", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_parental_permission_under_18", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Access.signup", "summary": "If you are under 18, you must have your parent or guardian's permission to use YouTube.", "body": "If you are under 18, you must have your parent or guardian's permission to use YouTube.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Service. Please have them read this Agreement with you.”\n\nNote: Parent/guardian is also responsible for the child's activity on the Service.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.youtube.com/t/terms", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Service. Please have them read this Agreement with you.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Access.signup", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube Terms of Service", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "choosing", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_ypp_subscriber_threshold", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program: Money.payout", "summary": "To be eligible for the YouTube Partner Program, a channel must get 1,000 subscribers with either 4,000 qualified watch hours in the last 12 months or 10 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.", "body": "To be eligible for the YouTube Partner Program, a channel must get 1,000 subscribers with either 4,000 qualified watch hours in the last 12 months or 10 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“Get 1,000 subscribers with 4,000 qualified watch hours in the last 12 months, or Get 1,000 subscribers with 10 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.”\n\nNote: These are the two paths to YPP eligibility; watch hours from Shorts in the Shorts Feed do not count toward the 4,000 hours threshold.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/72851", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "Get 1,000 subscribers with 4,000 qualified watch hours in the last 12 months, or Get 1,000 subscribers with 10 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program", "topic": "Money.payout", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YPP eligibility thresholds", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "money.payout" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_ypp_review_time", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program: Running", "summary": "YouTube typically reviews YPP applications in about 1 month.", "body": "YouTube typically reviews YPP applications in about 1 month.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“We'll get back to you with a decision once your channel is reviewed (typically in about 1 month).”\n\nNote: Delays are possible due to higher-than-usual application volumes, system issues, or resource limitations.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/72851", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "We'll get back to you with a decision once your channel is reviewed (typically in about 1 month).", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program", "topic": "Running", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YPP application review", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_adsense_account_required", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Money.payout", "summary": "To get paid on YouTube, a creator must have an active AdSense for YouTube account linked to their channel.", "body": "To get paid on YouTube, a creator must have an active AdSense for YouTube account linked to their channel.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“Have one active AdSense for YouTube account linked to your channel, or be ready to set one up in YouTube Studio if you don't already have one.”\n\nNote: AdSense for YouTube is Google's program through which creators in YPP get paid.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/72851", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "Have one active AdSense for YouTube account linked to your channel, or be ready to set one up in YouTube Studio if you don't already have one.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Money.payout", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YPP requirements", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "money.payout" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_address_verification_pin", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube/AdSense for YouTube: Access.id", "summary": "When YouTube earnings reach the verification threshold ($10 USD), YouTube will mail a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to the creator's physical address for address verification.", "body": "When YouTube earnings reach the verification threshold ($10 USD), YouTube will mail a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to the creator's physical address for address verification.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“When your earnings pass the address verification threshold for your YouTube payments account, we will mail a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to your physical address. This PIN needs to be entered into your AdSense for YouTube account to verify your address before you can get paid.”\n\nNote: Verification threshold varies by currency; $10 USD for US Dollar accounts.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/14727140", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "When your earnings pass the address verification threshold for your YouTube payments account, we will mail a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to your physical address. This PIN needs to be entered into your AdSense for YouTube account to verify your address before you can get paid.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube/AdSense for YouTube", "topic": "Access.id", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "AdSense for YouTube payments", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.id" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_tax_info_required", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube/AdSense for YouTube: Money.tax", "summary": "YouTube creators in YPP must submit tax info; Google withholds U.S. taxes on earnings from viewers in the U.S. and may deduct up to 24% of total worldwide earnings if tax info is not provided.", "body": "YouTube creators in YPP must submit tax info; Google withholds U.S. taxes on earnings from viewers in the U.S. and may deduct up to 24% of total worldwide earnings if tax info is not provided.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“If you don't share your tax info with us, Google may be required to deduct up to 24% of your total earnings worldwide.”\n\nNote: Tax info threshold is $0 USD — must be submitted regardless of earnings amount.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/14727140", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "If you don't share your tax info with us, Google may be required to deduct up to 24% of your total earnings worldwide.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube/AdSense for YouTube", "topic": "Money.tax", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "AdSense for YouTube payments", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "money.tax" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_payment_threshold_usd", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube/AdSense for YouTube: Money.payout", "summary": "The payment threshold for YouTube earnings in USD is $100; creators get paid by the 21st or 26th each month if the balance meets the threshold and there are no holds.", "body": "The payment threshold for YouTube earnings in USD is $100; creators get paid by the 21st or 26th each month if the balance meets the threshold and there are no holds.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“When your earnings reach the payment threshold, then you'll get paid as long as there are no holds... Payment threshold: $100 (U.S. Dollar).”\n\nNote: Example: if the YouTube payment threshold is $100 and reached in June, payment is issued by July 26.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/14727140", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "When your earnings reach the payment threshold, then you'll get paid as long as there are no holds... Payment threshold: $100 (U.S. Dollar).", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube/AdSense for YouTube", "topic": "Money.payout", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "AdSense for YouTube payments", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "money.payout" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_id_verification_for_advanced_features", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Access.id", "summary": "To access advanced YouTube features including monetization application, creators can verify identity using a valid ID (passport or driver's license); the ID is reviewed and usually deleted within 2 years.", "body": "To access advanced YouTube features including monetization application, creators can verify identity using a valid ID (passport or driver's license); the ID is reviewed and usually deleted within 2 years.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“To verify identity using a valid ID: ... Follow the prompts to take a picture of your ID. Note: Make sure the birthdate on your ID matches the birthdate stated on your Google Account. ... Once submitted, we'll review your ID. This usually takes 24 hours.”\n\nNote: ID and video verification isn't available to all creators; alternatively, creators can build sufficient channel history (typically within 2 months).", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9891124", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "To verify identity using a valid ID: ... Follow the prompts to take a picture of your ID. Note: Make sure the birthdate on your ID matches the birthdate stated on your Google Account. ... Once submitted, we'll review your ID. This usually takes 24 hours.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Access.id", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube feature access", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.id" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_education_category", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Craft.studio", "summary": "YouTube's upload page lists Education as a content category with sub-types including activity, concept overview, how-to, lecture, problem walkthrough, real life application, science experiment, tips.", "body": "YouTube's upload page lists Education as a content category with sub-types including activity, concept overview, how-to, lecture, problem walkthrough, real life application, science experiment, tips.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“Category: Select a category so viewers can find your video more easily. For Education, you can choose the following options: Type: Select activity, concept overview, how-to, lecture, problem walkthrough, real life application, science experiment, tips, or other as your education type.”\n\nNote: Science explainer channel creators would use the Education category with types like science experiment, concept overview, or how-to.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/57407", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "Category: Select a category so viewers can find your video more easily. For Education, you can choose the following options: Type: Select activity, concept overview, how-to, lecture, problem walkthrough, real life application, science experiment, tips, or other as your education type.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Craft.studio", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube upload flow", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "craft.studio" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_creator_account_needed", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Access.signup", "summary": "You need a Google account to create a YouTube channel and access features like uploading videos, making comments, or creating playlists.", "body": "You need a Google account to create a YouTube channel and access features like uploading videos, making comments, or creating playlists.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“You do need a Google account to use some features. With a Google account, you may be able to like videos, subscribe to channels, create your own YouTube channel, and more.”\n\nNote: Creating a Google account is free; the Terms of Service link to Google account creation instructions.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.youtube.com/t/terms", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "You do need a Google account to use some features. With a Google account, you may be able to like videos, subscribe to channels, create your own YouTube channel, and more.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Access.signup", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube account creation", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "choosing", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_2step_verification_required", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Access.id", "summary": "YouTube requires 2-Step Verification to be turned on for your Google Account as a condition of joining the YouTube Partner Program.", "body": "YouTube requires 2-Step Verification to be turned on for your Google Account as a condition of joining the YouTube Partner Program.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“Make sure 2-Step Verification is turned on for your Google Account.”\n\nNote: This is one of the six requirements listed for joining YPP.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/72851", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "Make sure 2-Step Verification is turned on for your Google Account.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Access.id", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YPP requirements", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.id" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_no_licensing_required", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube science creator: Access.signup", "summary": "YouTube does not require any specific license, certification, or degree to create a channel or join the YouTube Partner Program.", "body": "YouTube does not require any specific license, certification, or degree to create a channel or join the YouTube Partner Program.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“What you need to join: Follow the YouTube channel monetization policies; Live in a country/region where the YouTube Partner Program is available; Have no active Community Guidelines strikes on your channel; Make sure 2-Step Verification is turned on for your Google Account; Have advanced features access on YouTube; Have one active AdSense for YouTube account linked to your channel.”\n\nNote: No degree, certification, or professional license is listed as a YPP requirement.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/72851", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "What you need to join: Follow the YouTube channel monetization policies; Live in a country/region where the YouTube Partner Program is available; Have no active Community Guidelines strikes on your channel; Make sure 2-Step Verification is turned on for your Google Account; Have advanced features access on YouTube; Have one active AdSense for YouTube account linked to your channel.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube science creator", "topic": "Access.signup", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube policies", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "choosing", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_camera_equipment_no_spec", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Craft.studio", "summary": "YouTube's official help pages do not specify required camera equipment or costs for creating YouTube videos.", "body": "YouTube's official help pages do not specify required camera equipment or costs for creating YouTube videos.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“The upload page describes video details, privacy settings, category selection, and publishing options but contains no equipment requirements or cost specifications.”\n\nNote: YouTube does not mandate specific hardware; creators use various devices. This is a verified absence of equipment specifications on the official upload help page.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/57407", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "The upload page describes video details, privacy settings, category selection, and publishing options but contains no equipment requirements or cost specifications.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Craft.studio", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube equipment guidance", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "choosing", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "craft.studio" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_privacy_default_13_17", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "[Unverified - being checked] YouTube: Safety.privacy", "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] The default video privacy setting for creators aged 13–17 is private; for creators 18 or older, the default is public.", "body": "The default video privacy setting for creators aged 13–17 is private; for creators 18 or older, the default is public.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“The default video privacy setting for creators aged 13–17 is Private. If you're 18 or older, your default video privacy setting is set to Public.”\n\nNote: This affects young creators' visibility when they first start uploading.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/57407", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "The default video privacy setting for creators aged 13–17 is Private. If you're 18 or older, your default video privacy setting is set to Public.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Safety.privacy", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube upload flow", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "safety.privacy" ], "explicitness": "any" }, "verification": { "status": "unverified", "label": "Unverified - being checked", "reasons": [ "legal_fetch_over_cap" ], "checked_utc": "20261021-123916Z" } }, { "id": "learn_r1853_youtube_science_explainer_channel_creator_how_to_start_youtube_content_must_be_original", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube: Rules.content", "summary": "YouTube requires monetized content to be original and authentic — not mass-produced, generic, repetitive, or manipulative — and creators must not upload content that violates Community Guidelines or copyright.", "body": "YouTube requires monetized content to be original and authentic — not mass-produced, generic, repetitive, or manipulative — and creators must not upload content that violates Community Guidelines or copyright.\n\nWhat Google LLC / YouTube actually says:\n\n“If you're monetizing on YouTube, your content should be original and authentic. This means that we expect your content to: Be your original creation. Not be mass-produced, generic, repetitive, or manipulative.”\n\nNote: Applies to all monetized content including science explainer channels.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/1311392", "last_verified": "2026-10-07", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Google LLC / YouTube", "evidence_quote": "If you're monetizing on YouTube, your content should be original and authentic. This means that we expect your content to: Be your original creation. Not be mass-produced, generic, repetitive, or manipulative.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1853-youtube-science-explainer-channel-creator-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube", "topic": "Rules.content", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "YouTube monetization policies", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "rules.content" ], "explicitness": "any" } } ] }