In this Article:

1. AI-generated content without significant editing will be demonetized
2. Repetitive, low-effort videos risk losing monetization
3. New rules apply from July 15, 2024
4. How creators can adapt to stay compliant

1. What's Changing in YouTube's Monetization Policy?

YouTube has announced a major update to it's Partner Program policies, explicitly banning:

1. Fully AI-generated videos (without human oversight)
2. Mass-produced, repetitive content (e.g., copy-pasted scripts, templated videos)

This move aims to improve content quality and ensure ads run on valuable, human-made videos.

2. Why Is YouTube Banning AI and Repetitive Content?

1. User Experience: Low-quality AI spam floods search results.
2. Advertiser Trust: Brands don't want ads on auto-generated junk.
3. Compliance with Google's Policies:Google Ads already penalizes "auto-generated content."

3. What Counts as "AI-Generated" or "Repetitive"?

Banned Content Examples:

1. AI voiceovers over stock footage with no original input
2. Spinning the same script across multiple videos
3. Mass-produced "content farm" videos

Allowed Content (If Done Right):

1. AI-assisted scripts (with heavy human editing)
2. Repurposed content (if significantly transformed)
3. Creative automation tools (e.g., captions, effects)

4. How to Keep Monetization After July 15

1. Add Original Commentary AI scripts must be rewritten with unique insights.
2. Use AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement Edit AI outputs heavily.
3. Avoid Duplicate Content Each video should offer new value.

5. What Happens If You Violate the Policy?

1. First strike:Warning
2. Repeated violations: Demonetization or channel suspension

6. How to Check If Your Content Is at Risk

YouTube will use automated checks + human review. To self-audit:

1. Run scripts through AI detectors (Originality.ai, GPTZero)
2. Ask: "Does this video offer unique value?"

Conclusion: Adapt or Lose Monetization

YouTube is cracking down on lazy AI content creators must focus on originality to keep earning ad revenue.