How to make money on YouTube without ads?

Depending on your type of content and the targeted audience, there are plenty of ways to monetize without relying on Google AdSense revenue.

Recurring membership:

  • YouTube Memberships

  • Third-party membership websites - Patreon, Fansly, OnlyFans

  • Self-managed membership club - Squarespace (Side+, Mythical)

Goods & Services:

  • Digital Goods

  • Services/Consultation

  • Physical goods

Onetime / semi-frequent methods:

  • Donations

  • Project-based funding (Kickstarter, IndieGoGo)

  • Live events