Understanding YouTube Monetization: Why Earnings Stay with Your Channel After Violating Reused Content Guidelines

Sadly, if your YouTube channel monetization has been disabled due to reused content, you cannot get paid from AdSense for the earnings generated during that period. This is governed by the AdSense return policy, which means that even if you have already earned money, it will be re-claimed by Google.

Why You Can't Get Paid After Reused Content Violation

When you violate YouTube's Content ID policies or reuse someone else's content, AdSense reclaims the earnings tied to that content. The revenue earned while the channel is demonetized will be transferred back to your AdSense account. It is important to understand that this action is taken regardless of your efforts to ensure that you are compliant with the YouTube Community Guidelines.

Alternative Approaches to Monetization

There are ways to post reused content and still get monetized, but certain conditions must be met.

1. Using Creative Commons (CC) Content

The first condition is to use content that is licensed under Creative Commons. This means the owner has given permission for others to reuse their content under specific terms. While not all content can be obtained under a Creative Commons license, it is a starting point. Additionally, you can enhance the original content by making it more original. For example, adding copyright-free music to a video that previously had none. This way, the content is considered original.

2. Professional Help for Quick Fixes

A more straightforward option is to seek professional help. Services like Fiverr offer solutions where content creators can provide additional views and even demonstrate how their videos are monetized. For instance, I recently worked with someone on Fiverr who not only boosted my video views but also provided proof from his own channel where ads were running after a single day of posting. Here is the link to that service, which you can use as well if you find it useful: Fiverr Gig for Views and Monetization Proof.

Remonetization After Violation

Once the issue with reused content is fixed, the next step is to remonetize your YouTube channel. Here are the steps to follow:

Completely remove the reused content from your channel. Replace the reused content with original content. Ensure all content complies with YouTube's guidelines and policies. Monitor the content for any future issues. Provide evidence of compliance to YouTube.

Only once your channel is fully compliant can you command a portion of the earnings that were initially reverted to AdSense. It is advisable to closely follow YouTube's policy updates and guidelines to avoid future monetization issues.

Conclusion

While it is frustrating to have your channel monetized disabled, you cannot directly request payment for the earnings generated during the demonetized period. However, by adhering to the appropriate monetization practices and seeking professional advice, you can work towards getting your channel remonetized and ensuring long-term success.