Helping millions every year
The YouTube Contributors program is a community of passionate people who enjoy sharing their knowledge of YouTube with others. The program is powered by TeamYouTube, which celebrates Contributors and empowers them to help millions of people use and create with YouTube in various languages across the globe.
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There for you with answers
Contributors have direct relationships with YouTube and advanced insights on many topics—from how to use new features, to how to grow a channel. They share their knowledge in discussion forums, including the official YouTube Help Communities. In addition, Video Contributors create their own educational videos, and answer questions in the comments below help videos.
The people who make YouTube better
Become a Contributor and enjoy program benefits
The YouTube Contributors program celebrates our passionate community with special perks. Anyone who is interested can apply to join the program and unlock these benefits through contributions. Here are some of the opportunities we offer our amazing Contributors:
Part of the YouTube family
Program members gain access to exclusive YouTube events and in-person meet ups, where they can build connections with YouTube and learn more about products and features.
All the tools you need
Contributors have direct access to TeamYouTube Community Managers—equipping them to escalate important issues and feedback to ensure the community's voice is heard. They also are invited to video chats with our global teams and a private Contributor community.
The first to know and try
When it comes to known technical issues and new feature launches, Contributors get exclusive updates and sneak peeks. Additionally, they can earn the opportunity to participate in beta testing for new products and features.
We make it official
Contributors stand out with a Product Expert badge in the Help Community to let others know they’re one of the most reliable sources of information.
All about progress
The Contributors program is aligned with similar programs at Google, such as the Google Product Expert Program. Anyone can apply to join the Contributors program and (if accepted) unlock these benefits as they make more and more contributions.