YouTube regularly updates its policies regarding monetization on the platform. However, there are some policies that YouTube implements without notifying users, leaving many unaware of why their YouTube channels were demonetized. So, what are the reasons behind YouTube channel demonetization and how to reactivate it?
I. Reasons for YouTube Channel Monetization Disabling
Based on YouTube's latest policies, the primary reasons your YouTube channel may be disabled for monetization could be:
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II. How to Reactivate a Disabled YouTube Monetization Channel
1. Solution: Appealing to YouTube
Note: To successfully appeal and reactivate YouTube monetization, ensure your content adheres to advertiser-friendly principles and does not reuse content from other channels.
Additionally, advertisers may choose where to display their ads.
More importantly, the re-monetization review is entirely manual, conducted by YouTube staff. Therefore, ensure you have complied with the platform's principles, content guidelines, as if your appeal is rejected, your videos cannot be monetized again.
To appeal YouTube's monetization reactivation, you can follow the steps below:
Step 1: Firstly, log in to your YouTube channel, in this case, the one disabled for monetization, then access the Video Manager.
Step 2: Go to the video and select Request review. Follow the on-screen instructions to submit an appeal to YouTube.
However, it's essential to note that this option only appears if your video is eligible for appeal. If the appeal is unsuccessful, you'll need to create another YouTube channel for monetization.
- Read more: Creating a monetized YouTube channel
The article above from Mytour has just outlined for you the reasons why your YouTube channel may be disabled for monetization as well as how to appeal and reactivate monetization.
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Furthermore, if by any chance one fine day you access your YouTube channel and discover it's mysteriously 'colorless' without a clear reason. Readers can also refer to some articles already available on Mytour to understand in detail the reasons why a YouTube channel is locked and how to remedy it.
- Learn more about the reasons and recovery methods: Locked YouTube channels.