YouTube Announces Types of Videos That Can't Be Monetized
YouTube Announces Types of Videos That Can’t Be Monetized – A significant change to YouTube’s monetization strategy will take effect on July 15, 2025. If you’re a content creator—especially one dabbling in fast-made content, AI-generated videos, or compilations—this is big news you can’t afford to miss. YouTube has redefined what it considers “inauthentic content,” and from now on, that kind of content won’t earn you ad revenue.
YouTube Announces Types of Videos That Can’t Be Monetized Starting July 15, 2025:
What Is “Inauthentic Content”?
YouTube has officially replaced the term “repetitious content” with “inauthentic content.” But this isn’t just a rebranding. The focus is still the same: tackling videos that add little to no real value for viewers.
Here are the types of content that now fall under this category:
- Automated slideshows with no narration or creator involvement
- Fully AI-generated narration with no human creativity or input
- Re-uploaded compilations of other people’s content without meaningful commentary or editing
- Repeated scripts across multiple videos
- Nearly identical videos using mass-produced templates
If your channel features content like this, it’s time to rethink your strategy.
Why Is YouTube Banning This Type of Content?
In short: to preserve quality and authenticity on the platform.
YouTube is focusing on so-called “AI slop”—cheap, clickbait-style, and content-poor movies made by AI. A growing number of creators (or bots) are churning out automated content purely for ad revenue, without offering any real creative value. This hurts the viewer experience and can damage trust in the platform.
What Kind of Videos Can Still Be Monetized?
Good news—not all AI-assisted videos are doomed.
As long as you’re adding unique value, YouTube will still allow monetization. For example:
- Compilations with creative editing + personal commentary
- AI narration using a script you wrote yourself
- Reaction videos with genuine opinions and personal interaction
- Educational content using public footage but with your own storytelling or analysis
The key: Human touch matters. Whether it’s your opinion, editing style, voice, or original insight—it needs to feel like you made it.
What Could Happen to Your Channel?
If YouTube flags your channel for inauthentic content:
- Monetization could be partially or fully disabled
- You risk having your channel kicked out of the YouTube Partner Programme (YPP).
- Older videos violating the rules may be automatically demonetized
What Should You Do Now?
- Audit your content. Review which videos might be considered inauthentic.
- Use YouTube Studio. Check the monetization tab for any policy notifications.
- Start adding real value. Add new narration, personal takes, creative edits, or storytelling.
- Avoid overused templates. If your videos look too similar, they’re at risk.
- Update your titles and descriptions. Aid the algorithm and reviewers in appreciating the importance of your article.
Extra Tips for Niche Creators in Indonesia (and Anywhere)
- Use local language, accents, or cultural context—this is seen as “local added value”
- It shows honesty, therefore don’t be afraid to show your face and voice.
- For educational creators: use local case studies or real-world examples to stand out
Bottom Line: AI Is Okay, As Long As You Stay Creative
This update doesn’t mean you have to ditch AI entirely. It simply means that your creativity should be complemented by AI, not replaced.
Update your content approach now if you’re serious about earning money on YouTube. Quality beats quantity. And as long as your content feels real and original, YouTube is still a great place to grow.
