How to Make Money on YouTube in 2024: 5 Ways to Get Paid
Ads aren’t the only way to make money on YouTube. Affiliate marketing and merch sales may be the quicker path to earning.
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Written by NerdWallet
The growing creator economy has turned up some diverse ways to make money on YouTube. And while some methods offer a lower barrier to entry than earning through ads, there’s no substitute for quality content and an engaged audience.
If you can tap into your creative side, and are willing to put in a lot of effort, you might be able to make money on YouTube, too. Here are a few monetization methods to explore.