In July 2025, YouTube officially updated its monetization policy to reject inauthentic AI-generated content—and Facebook is following the same direction. If you’re a content creator who uses AI for videos or music, this update is a game-changer.
🔍 What Changed?
YouTube and Facebook will now deny monetization to content that is:
- Mostly AI-generated with little or no human input
- Made up of AI voiceovers, auto-generated scripts, or template-based visuals
- Lacking original commentary, personal opinion, or visible human presence
- Designed to mass-produce videos, even if technically high quality
This includes:
- Text-to-speech videos over stock footage
- AI-generated music with still images
- Fully AI-written scripts read by bots
💡 Why Are They Doing This?
Both platforms are being flooded with what they call “spammy AI slop”—mass-produced, low-effort content made to farm ad revenue. This hurts authentic creators and degrades the quality of content available to viewers.
To protect content quality and advertiser trust, YouTube and Facebook are tightening monetization eligibility, requiring clear human creativity.
🧠 What Is Still Allowed?
You can still use AI—as long as it’s not the star of the show.
Content will still be eligible for monetization if:
- AI is only a tool (e.g., helping write a script)
- You narrate in your real voice
- You appear on camera or add real commentary
- You add insights, storytelling, or edits that clearly reflect your creative voice
⚠️ Will My Channel Be Affected?
If you create videos using:
- AI voices
- AI-generated stock visuals
- Templated or repeated formats
…with little to no original narration or face-time, you risk losing monetization.
This applies to creators in all niches—education, news, storytelling, and even music.
🛡️ What You Should Do Now
✅ 1.
Review Your Videos
Find and update any that rely too heavily on AI. Add your voice, face, or meaningful commentary.
✅ 2.
Be Present
Use your own voice or appear on-screen. Even short intros/outros help—but the middle content matters most.
✅ 3.
Tell Your Story
Don’t just present facts. Add your thoughts, reactions, or experiences—even if AI helped with research or visuals.
✅ 4.
Use AI as a Support Tool
Let AI help you create, but never let it replace your voice. Make your channel feel uniquely you.
🎯 Final Advice
Monetization is no longer just about uploading content—it’s about your input.
AI can assist your creativity, but you must stay in control. Platforms want real people behind the videos—not just auto-generated content.
👉 If you’re serious about keeping your channel monetized, it’s time to level up your authenticity. Be seen. Be heard. Be human.
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