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YouTube wont let me monetise my most recent YouTube video of footage of trials evolution (even though I have monetised loads before) as it says:
At this time, we are unable to approve your video(s) for monetization because we do not have sufficient information regarding your commercial use rights. We may consider your video(s) for review provided you verify that you are authorized to commercially use all of the elements of your content. This includes video, images, music, video game footage, and any other audio or visual element. Learn more about what kind of content you can monetize on YouTube. If you have used third party content in your video(s), please review this article with suggestions on how to claim commercial use rights.
If you can provide information confirming commercial use rights to your video(s), submit information below:
"WIPEOUT summer ed. - SECRET ENDING GUIDE"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ww-vj8HjmgE
SO am I actually not allowed to monetise trials evo videos???
If this isn't the case can anyone find where it is written down I can use their game footage and could you please give me a link as I need to "verify that I am authorized" to monetise this content.
Or is there something else copyrighted within my video???
Hey man your loyal sub here Classy Midget and I think as long as it is your run on the level you have the rights to the video. If you are still unsure google "what is monetization youtube" and click the first one. ( I would link it to you but I am new to the site and can't yet)
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Yes, you can.
The majority of my Evo videos are monetised but some don't make it (not sure why).
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Thanks for the responses guys but it says I need to give them information that says I am allowed and I dont know where to get that
If I had to guess I would have to say, maybe put in one of those disclaimer things at the end of the video. Like some of the machinima videos have saying something like " the video was made using assets from Trials Evolution". I don't know if this is why but it's worth a shot.
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Yeah maybe thanks for answering classymidget I might do that in future, but I will have to let this one go... it is a shame as its looking like my most successful video.Originally Posted by ClassyMidget
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maybe when the hit count reaches a certain number legal issues start to creep in so they're obligated to ask, maybe look further into this as it may affect you more in the future.
edit: also maybe 'Which was featured on rooster teeth's Trials Evolution - Trials Files #9' in your descriptions trigger an event.
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Both really good points but the hit count only triggers when you reach 300 views that is why a lot of videos freeze at this for a while is because YouTube are checking they genuine views however I have gone over 300 views a reasonable amount of times so I'm not sure this is a problem. However they may just be obligated to ask even if they think there is nothing wrong.Originally Posted by dasraiser
Also featured on rooster teeth might have done it but I can test this as I just released the 2nd video of wipeout summer edition and this exact sentence is still in the description so I will see if it triggers anything
, thanks classymidget
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YouTube monetization guru here
In some cases, Google's tracking software will automatically mark game audio as copyrighted material. If your videos provide commentary, your best bet is to lower the game volume further and increase your voice volume. If you don't provide commentary, you can try to alter to game audio, by adjusting volumes and muting it occasionally throughout the video, although it does take away from the video. Also, rename the .
Believe it or not "***.mp4" will usually not get monetized regardless of content. You must watch out for other words that might typically get caught like "Assault.mp4" or "KillingPeople.mp4". Try to stick to something very simple and avoid confusion like "24Estate.mp4".
90%+ of the time, I can adjust volumes, rename the file and get the video to monetize even if it previously didn't. I recommend keeping the video private until you monetize it ensure profitability.
Lastly, if you do want to stick with the video, and want to submit a copyright claim, here is an example of something that worked for me, although please keep in mind that you will need to edit it accordingly, so that it fits for Trials: (this assumes you have commentary though)
"This is a step-by-step instructional and educational video showing how to complete a certain task in <game>, developed by <>, and published by <>. It provides constant commentary over the game audio for additional help. This also follows all rules outlined on the YouTube Partner Support page here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZaLZ4Y64FE"
