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Changes to the YouTube Partner Program (from 1 February 2027)
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YouTube's announcement of new YPP terms: from 1 February 2027 new applicants need 1,000 subscribers plus 8,000 watch hours in 365 days or 20 million Shorts views in 90 days, and current partners must accept new terms by 31 January 2027.
- If you are close to the current bar, apply before 1 February 2027.
- Fan funding and Shopping still open at 500 subscribers.
- Partners must accept the new terms in Studio by 31 January 2027 to keep earning.