Quick summary
YouTube BrandConnect is a built-in tool in YouTube Studio that connects eligible creators with brand sponsorship opportunities. Setting it up takes just a few minutes and lets advertisers find and contact your channel directly for paid brand deals.
Steps
- Go to studio.youtube.com and click Earn in the left sidebar — if your channel is eligible, the BrandConnect module will appear.
- Click Get started to begin the BrandConnect setup process.
- Complete your channel profile in BrandConnect by selecting content categories, audience details, and format, then check the agreement box and click Accept.
- Set your rates for long-form and short-form videos — these can be updated at any time.
- Add your contact email (or your manager's) so advertisers can reach you directly, then click Done.
- Once setup is complete, monitor your BrandConnect inbox in YouTube Studio for matching campaign opportunities from brands.
