Earning Money from YouTube in Nepal: A Comprehensive Guide

In Nepal, YouTube is a popular way for people to make money by creating videos. You can earn money by making videos and posting them on YouTube. First, create your YouTube account, then upload your videos, and finally, enable monetization. You’ll get paid based on how many people watch and engage with your videos. Let’s learn how to make money on YouTube.

Step 1: Understanding YouTube Monetization

Simply creating and uploading videos isn’t enough to earn money. You must monetize your channel, which means making your content eligible to earn money. Let’s go through the steps to monetize your channel.

To make money from ads shown on your videos, you need to monetize your YouTube channel. To qualify, your channel must have 4,000 watch hours in the last 12 months and 1,000 subscribers. Once you meet these requirements, you can apply for the YouTube Partner Program (YPP) and monetize.

If you are making YouTube short videos, your channel must have 1000 subscribers and 10 million views.

Step 2: Starting a YouTube Channel

Start by creating your YouTube account. It only takes less than 2 minutes. If you already have a Gmail account, that’s all you need because your Gmail account is your YouTube account. If you don’t have a Gmail account, you’ll need to create one to have your YouTube account.

Begin by creating a YouTube channel that reflects your niche or interest. Consistency in content creation is key to building an audience.

Steps to create a Gmail account:

• Go to gmail.com.
• Click on “Create an Account.”
• Enter the required details and click “Next.”
• Your Gmail account will be created.

Create your YouTube channel:

• Once you have your Gmail account, which is also your YouTube account, you need to create your YouTube channel.
• Click on “My Channel” on the left side of the screen or in the navigation panel.
• Fill in the required details as shown in the figure below.
• After entering all the details, click the “Continue” button. Now, your channel is created.
• You can manage your channel by uploading your cover image, profile pictures, and adding descriptions about your channel.
• Don’t forget to verify your channel. You won’t be able to use it until it’s verified.

Step 3: Meet the Eligibility Criteria

Focus on creating engaging content that will help you reach the 4,000 watch hours and 1,000 subscribers required for monetization.

Step 4: Apply for Monetization

Once you meet the criteria, apply for monetization through your YouTube dashboard. You’ll need to agree to the YouTube Partner Program terms, set up an AdSense account, and complete the monetization preferences.

Creating Adsense Account

Once you’ve monetized your channel, the next important step is to create your AdSense account. Google AdSense plays a crucial role in displaying advertisements on your channel videos based on your content. You’ll earn money whenever a visitor views or clicks on the ads. Remember, without AdSense, you won’t earn money because there won’t be any ads available on your videos.

Here’s how to create your AdSense account:

• In the channel section, find the features section and click on it.
• Click on “view monetization setting” in the monetization section.
• Click on “How will I be paid?”
• Click on “associate an AdSense account” and then click “Next.”
• Click the “yes” button.
• Fill in your contact details with your authentic address. Make sure it’s correct because it’s needed for verification.
• Click “submit.”

Google will review your AdSense account. Once confirmed, you’ll receive a confirmation email, usually within a week.
After your AdSense account is confirmed, your channel is ready to earn money.

Note: AdSense will send a post mail to the address you provided, including a pin code for verification. You must enter this pin code for verification; otherwise, you won’t get paid. So, make sure to enter the correct address.

Step 5: Maximizing Your Earnings

Don’t think that everything you post will automatically get lots of views and make money. To attract views, you need to upload high-quality videos that viewers will enjoy. You can also try doing something unique that hasn’t been done on YouTube before. The goal is to increase your viewership and subscribers. Remember, copying other videos or content, or engaging in piracy, is against YouTube’s rules. Such content will be taken down from YouTube, and your account could be permanently banned.

Diversify Your Revenue Streams

Apart from ad revenue, consider other monetization features like affiliate marketing, and local advertisements and advertise their products and services.

Optimize Your Content

Improve your video’s visibility by using SEO techniques. Ensure you include relevant keywords in your titles, descriptions, and tags to attract views and subscribers, as high-quality, engaging content tends to achieve this more effectively.

Engage with Your Audience

Responding to comments, asking for feedback, and encouraging viewers to subscribe can significantly impact your channel’s growth by building a loyal community.

Understanding Earnings

The amount YouTube pays varies based on several factors, including the viewer’s location and the video’s topic. In Nepal, YouTube pays approximately Rs. 70 to Rs. 90 per 10,000 video views. However, earnings can significantly increase based on the audience’s demographic and the content’s niche.

Monetizing YouTube Shorts

YouTube Shorts is a feature that allows creators to upload short videos. As of February 1, 2023, YouTube has enabled monetization for Shorts, opening another revenue channel for creators.

Withdrawing Earnings in Nepal

To withdraw your earnings, you’ll need to link an AdSense account to your YouTube channel. You can then transfer your earnings to a bank account in Nepal. The process is straightforward, and many Nepali YouTubers successfully navigate it.

The most effective way to receive payment is via Western Union. While there are two other methods, such as bank transfer and payment through Western Union, for people in Nepal, receiving payment through Western Union is convenient. Once you’ve reached the payment threshold, you’ll receive a PIN code to verify your AdSense account.

After the verification process, Google will send you payment after you meet the threshold, and you can withdraw from a nearby Western Union location. You’ll need to have your citizenship card or NID card for this process.

Conclusion

Earning money from YouTube in Nepal is a viable option for creative individuals willing to put in the effort to produce quality content and engage with their audience. By understanding and leveraging YouTube’s monetization policies, optimizing content for better reach, and engaging with viewers, you can turn your YouTube channel into a source of income. Patience, persistence, and continuous learning are key to growing your channel and earnings.

Many YouTube users are earning millions of rupees by posting their videos, and you could be the next person to do so. There are also many Nepalese who dedicate their time to their YouTube channels and earn a good amount of money. The amount you earn depends on your content, quality, dedication, and creativity. Hopefully, you’ve gained some ideas on how to earn money from YouTube.

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