Channel Memberships
Build a loyal community and create a sustainable revenue stream
YouTube Memberships give your most loyal fans a way to support you monthly — and give you a powerful revenue stream beyond Super Chats and ads.
This guide walks you through how to set it up, price it, build perks, and scale it like a pro.
✅ Requirements to Unlock Memberships
Before you can enable Channel Memberships, make sure:
| Requirement | Status |
|---|---|
| You're in the YouTube Partner Program | ✅ |
| Your channel has 1,000+ subscribers | ✅ |
| You're in an eligible country | ✅ |
| You have no active community strikes | ✅ |
📌 Check your status in YouTube Studio → Monetization → Memberships
🛠️ How to Enable Channel Memberships
- Go to YouTube Studio
- Click Monetization → Memberships
- Click Start Setup
- Follow the steps to:
- Agree to the Memberships Terms
- Create membership tiers
- Upload loyalty badges and custom emojis
- Submit for YouTube review
🧠 Most reviews take 1–2 business days.
💰 Step-by-Step: Building Membership Tiers
| Tier Name | Suggested Price | Example Perks |
|---|---|---|
| 🎟️ Bronze | $1.99/month | Loyalty badge, 1 emoji, member-only posts |
| 🪙 Silver | $4.99/month | Name in credits, exclusive streams, shoutout |
| 💎 Gold | $9.99+/month | Play with me, Discord access, early videos |
👉 You can offer up to 5 tiers with increasing perks.
🧠 Keep your first tier simple to maximize conversions.
🌟 Custom Emojis & Loyalty Badges
Badges appear next to member names in comments/live chat.
Emojis can be used in live chat and comments — often themed around your stream content.
| Perk | Design Tip |
|---|---|
| Loyalty Badge | Use your logo, face, or inside jokes |
| Emojis (4–50) | Emote reactions, game memes, branding icons |
Use tools like Canva, Fiverr, or OWN3D to create yours.
📈 Best Practices to Grow Memberships
| Tip | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Mention memberships live | Live CTAs convert the best |
| Pin a "Join now!" message in chat | Visibility + urgency |
| Add a Join overlay on your stream | Visual reminders matter |
| Post member-only content weekly | Builds long-term value |
| Reward members in Discord | Roles, shoutouts, or early access |
🔗 Link Members to Exclusive Content
- Discord Role Integration (via YouTube x Discord connection)
- Member-only Community posts
- Unlisted video links or early access VODs
- Member-only live streams (can be set when creating a stream)
📊 After Setup: Membership Analytics
Check in YouTube Studio → Analytics → Audience → Members
Metrics to track:
- Total Members
- Member Churn
- Popular Tier
- Monthly Revenue from Memberships
🧠 Use this data to adjust perks and pricing to increase retention.