Can I monetize with 500 subscribers?

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SocialBee
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Can I monetize with 500 subscribers?

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I'm at 540 subs but don't have the 1000 subs that are needed for a partner program. Is there any way to monetize before hitting 1k?
Tems
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Re: Can I monetize with 500 subscribers?

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You can't get adsense with that number of subscribers but you can still make money

I made $400/month before hitting partner program through:
  • Affiliate links in descriptions
  • Small sponsorship deals
  • Selling a $20 ebook
So, you don't have to wait for adsense to start monetizing. Those other methods often pay better anyway.
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Re: Can I monetize with 500 subscribers?

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To be honest, just focus on hitting 1k first. This takes most people 6-12 months but you're already halfway there. Trying to monetize at 500 subs is a distraction from growing. Hit 1k then worry about money

I wasted 3 months trying to monetize at 800 subs instead of just making good content to get to 1k faster
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