YouTube is stepping up its policy enforcement starting November 17, 2025. If you create content related to gambling, casino games, or similar activities, here’s everything you need to know:

🔹 1. What’s Changing?

· YouTube will strictly enforce rules on gambling-related content.

· Videos promoting or instructing casino games, betting tips, or online gambling platforms may be demonetized or removed.

· Even subtle references that encourage gambling could be affected.

🔹 2. Who Will Be Affected?

· Creators producing casino walkthroughs, betting strategies, or gambling tutorials.

· Channels that promote online betting apps or casino websites.

· Even content aimed at entertainment that gambling might influence.

🔹 3. Impact on Monetization

· Ad revenue from gambling-related content could be restricted.

· Channels may face strikes or suspension if repeated violations occur.

· Creators need to review old videos to ensure compliance with the new rules.

🔹 4. Tips for Creators

· Avoid promoting real-money gambling or betting apps.

· If discussing gambling, keep it informative, educational, or historical, not promotional.

· Clearly label content that touches on games of chance as educational or entertainment.

🔹 5. Why YouTube Is Doing This

· To protect younger audiences from gambling exposure.

· To comply with international regulations and avoid legal issues.

· To maintain advertiser-friendly content across the platform.

💡 Pro Tip

Creators should audit their existing content before november 17th. Editing or removing risky videos now can prevent demonetization or strikes later.

 

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Kokila Chokkanathan

31/10/2025 03:11 PM