The scoop
The YouTube Shopping affiliate program lets you tag products from participating brands and retailers. When a viewer clicks your tag and buys on the retailer's site, you can earn a commission set by that brand.
Commissions are paid through AdSense for YouTube 60 to 120 days after purchase, to allow for returns. YouTube is running a temporary incentive in newer markets where 100% of affiliate commissions go to creators.
How to claim it
- 1
Join the YouTube Partner Program (500 subscriber level or higher).
- 2
In YouTube Studio, go to Earn, find Programs and click Join now for Shopping.
- 3
Accept the terms, then tag products when you upload or edit videos.
Who qualifies
- In the YouTube Partner Program with 500+ subscribers
- Based in an eligible country
- Not a music channel or a Made for Kids channel