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YouTube relaxes monetization policy on videos with controversial content

YouTube now allows full ad revenue on dramatized or non-graphic videos about sensitive topics, excluding child abuse and eating disorders, following creator feedback.

  • YouTube updated its guidelines to allow full ad revenue for videos covering sensitive topics in a nongraphic way.
  • The update allows monetization for videos addressing domestic abuse, self-harm, and sexual harassment, among other issues.
  • Ads will still be restricted on videos featuring topics like child abuse and eating disorders.
  • YouTube aims to support creators telling sensitive stories while balancing advertiser preferences and industry standards.
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YouTube relaxes monetization policy on videos with controversial content

YouTube is updating its guidelines for videos containing what advertisers define as controversial content, like abortion and self-harm, allowing more creators to earn full ad revenue when they tackle sensitive issues in a nongraphic way.

·United States
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Videos that dramatize or cover issues such as domestic abuse, self-harm, suicide, adult sexual abuse, abortion, and sexual harassment are now eligible for full monetization.

·Mexico
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The video portal loosens its guidelines for monetization for content producers.

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YouTubers who deal responsibly with topics such as suicide and abortion will be able to take advertising money with their videos in the future.

·Germany
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