The exact policy language itself has not yet been released, but a page on YouTube’s Help documentation explains that creators have always been required to upload “original” and “authentic” content.

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YouTube is rolling out stricter rules within the YouTube Partner Program (YPP) to uphold authenticity and quality.

YouTube is updating its Partner Program rules, effective July 15, 2025, to target mass-produced and AI-generated content lacking authenticity.