YouTube Revenue Split Calculator
See YouTube’s cut and your real payout across ad revenue, memberships, and Super Thanks.
✏️ These numbers were filled in from a shared link — change anything to make it your own.
How YouTube’s revenue split works
YouTube’s cut depends on where the money comes from. You keep 55% of ad revenue (YouTube takes 45%), and about 70% of channel memberships, Super Thanks, and Shopping. Diversifying beyond ads means keeping more of each dollar.
payout = gross × your share
Standard 2026 YPP splits; you owe your own taxes on the payout. Not financial advice.
Frequently asked questions
How much does YouTube take from creators?
It depends on the revenue type. On long-form ad revenue, YouTube keeps 45% and pays creators 55%. On channel memberships, Super Thanks, and Shopping, creators keep about 70%. YouTube Premium pays out roughly 70% of attributable revenue.
What is my payout on YouTube ad revenue?
You keep 55% of net ad revenue on long-form videos and Shorts. So $1,000 in ad revenue pays you about $550, with YouTube keeping $450.
Do memberships pay better than ads?
Per dollar, yes — creators keep ~70% of channel memberships and Super Thanks versus 55% of ad revenue. This tool lets you compare each revenue type’s split.