In previous articles, I’ve provided you with a general understanding of Google AdSense and YouTube Networks. Today, in this post, I’ll be discussing the best YouTube Networks as of late 2024.
Note: This evaluation of YouTube Networks in 2024 is based on personal opinions and gathered information from various sources. It is intended for sharing purposes and does not aim to disparage or diminish the reputation of any networks not included in this list.
Vidgenx
Benefits:
- Revenue share: Up to 95%.
- Completely transparent.
- Ad types: Skippable and non-skippable ads.
- CPM rate: High.
- Contract binding: None (partners are free to register with Vidgenx).
- Payment threshold: None (you can even withdraw $1).
- Personal support: 24/7.
- Payment methods: PayPal, international bank transfer.
- Additional benefits: Access to over 3 million copyright-free soundtracks, channel promotion sponsorship, and easy payment processing.
- The YouTube channel must have been active for at least one month.
- At least 750 views per month.
- Regular channel updates.
- No prior copyright violations, warnings, or penalties.
AdRev
AdRev is a well-known YouTube-certified network, offering opportunities to monetize members' music videos. With over 56 million videos on globally popular channels, over 100 billion views annually, and managing over 14 million copyrights, AdRev primarily protects musical works. If you specialize in creating music videos on YouTube, consider joining AdRev.
Benefits:
- Revenue share: 70%.
- CPM rate: High (if the content is genuine and valuable).
- Special tools: DashGo (useful for distributing music on iTunes, Google Play, etc.), a rich image collection for video creation.
- Payment threshold: $5 minimum payout.
- Contract: 3 years (negotiable if you wish to leave early).
- Payment method: PayPal (within 30 days).
- The channel must be active for at least 18 months.
- Likely requires 1,000 views per month, though AdRev is lenient about this.
- The contract will be terminated if the channel receives any copyright strikes.
Freedom
Joining Freedom optimizes your revenue. It is one of the top choices for globally renowned YouTube channels and one of Google’s earliest partners. Freedom is independent of any company, making it ideal for gaming, fashion, beauty, and other niches.
Benefits:
- Revenue share: Starts at 60%, increases up to 95%.
- Contract binding: None.
- CPM rate: Depends on content quality. If advertiser-friendly, CPM can reach $7–$8; otherwise, it may stay at $1 or lower.
- Transparency: Partners can track revenue anytime.
- Payment threshold: None.
- Support: Excellent service.
- Payment methods: Global ACH, electronic checks, bank transfers, or PayPal.
- Incentives: Encourages creative content creation.
- Special tools: Heartbeat (connects you with other YouTubers), Videobar (increases video watch time).
- At least 1,000 views per month.
- Genuine, valuable content.
- No copyrighted materials.
FullScreen
FullScreen, owned by Otter Media, is one of the most widely recognized networks. It supports multi-platform monetization and generates hundreds of millions of dollars for its community annually. It’s a great opportunity to elevate your brand and achieve steady revenue growth.
Benefits:
- Revenue share: Starts at 70%, increases up to 80%.
- Payment methods: PayPal.
- Payment threshold: $50 minimum payout.
- Special tools: Fullscreen Gorilla, Facebook applications, Epoxy accounts.
- Support: Email support with a 1-hour response time.
- No specific view or subscriber requirements.
- High-quality, unique content.
- Consistent publishing schedule.
- Must be at least 13 years old.
Machinima
Machinima is a great alternative to Google AdSense. Most famous YouTubers participate in this network, supported by global advertising teams with optimized ad click rates.
Benefits:
- Revenue share: 70–80% depending on content quality.
- CPM rate: Starts at $2 (content-dependent).
- Contract binding: None.
- Payment threshold: None.
- Payment methods: PayPal, bank transfer.
- Support: Responses within 48 hours.
- Transparency: Revenue is visible on the dashboard.
- At least 300 daily views.
- At least 1,000 subscribers.
- A minimum of 50 high-quality videos.
- No content theft.
- No copyright strikes.
Metub
Metub Network connects video creators with YouTube's monetization program.
Benefits:
- Community building and video promotion support.
- Branding development and channel strategy consultation.
- Assistance in account setup and revenue optimization.
- Content quality assurance.
- Copyright protection on YouTube.
- Strong communication support to increase views and followers.
- The YouTube account must be in good standing.
- The channel must have monetization enabled.
- Fulfill monetization requirements: 4,000 watch hours in the last 12 months and at least 1,000 subscribers.
- No copyright violations or plagiarized content.
- Adhere to YouTube's Copyright and Community Guidelines.
Summary:
Each network has different requirements but generally supports new or small YouTube channels. While joining a network might reduce the channel owner’s revenue share, the added support and lower payout thresholds make it worthwhile.Have you chosen a network for your YouTube channel yet? Or do you prefer sticking with Google AdSense? Share your thoughts in the comments below!