YouTubers need your support! We might have to shut down without your help
- Thread starter Matt_Dubber
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That sucks Matt, I saw a lot of youtube channels got hit by this 
However, I can understand the reasons from advertisers, most of them are working on a "cleaner, healthier and safer" environment and at the back door they're sponsoring gun channels via youtube. This doesn't mean I agree with this policy because they still earn a lot of money from advertising and they all want their ads in the videos with the most views. Apparently a lot of viewers want to see something with guns/hunting/nice landscapes etc.
Hopefully you're able to carry on! Maybe I'll look at Patreon some time soon
However, I can understand the reasons from advertisers, most of them are working on a "cleaner, healthier and safer" environment and at the back door they're sponsoring gun channels via youtube. This doesn't mean I agree with this policy because they still earn a lot of money from advertising and they all want their ads in the videos with the most views. Apparently a lot of viewers want to see something with guns/hunting/nice landscapes etc.
Hopefully you're able to carry on! Maybe I'll look at Patreon some time soon
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That was easy to help you out. I enjoy your videos so giving a little something seems right. Best of luck and I'll look forward to watching your new videos.
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Take advantage of this Youtube decision and create the AirTube chanel. I think there is a business opportunity here.
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Pledged, I agree there needs to be an alternative to Youtube. It is sad to see the filth they promote as "family viewing" on there, and what they deem as inappropriate.
I look forward to more videos from you, you are by far one of my favorite channels.
I look forward to more videos from you, you are by far one of my favorite channels.
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Matt,
here you can find different Youtube competitors for your chanel.
Youtube Competitors: Top 5 Alternatives for Video Hosting[/QUOTE]
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There are lots of alternatives to YouTube, just not ones that are well monetized. Vimeo and DailyMotion come to mind.
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Another step back for free expression due to the tyranny of political correctness.
I think that a lot of replies have missed Matt's key point. The problem is not finding an alternative site to host his videos. In that sense, there are many alternatives to Youtube. The problem is that Youtube was unique in its ability to use ads to generate revenue for content providers. Those other hosting sites are not able to offer him any revenue potential, or certainly not close to what Youtube provided. Hence, the need for direct support from viewers.
I enjoy the vids, especially the tutorials, and am happy to be a supporter.
R
I think that a lot of replies have missed Matt's key point. The problem is not finding an alternative site to host his videos. In that sense, there are many alternatives to Youtube. The problem is that Youtube was unique in its ability to use ads to generate revenue for content providers. Those other hosting sites are not able to offer him any revenue potential, or certainly not close to what Youtube provided. Hence, the need for direct support from viewers.
I enjoy the vids, especially the tutorials, and am happy to be a supporter.
R
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Matt: I made a comment on YouTube to you regarding donations. The current platform you are using charges around 25% to process the credit card for donation. This doesn't sit well with me because I feel that the entirety of my donation should be landing in your pockets, not to some service fleecing those in need.
I also feel that some potential donators might be turned off by the mandatory monthly donations (as is setup currently). Those who would like to donate one time are left with no options to help.
Do you have a PayPal account, Matt? If so, PM me your information and I will gladly send you some dosh.
I also feel that some potential donators might be turned off by the mandatory monthly donations (as is setup currently). Those who would like to donate one time are left with no options to help.
Do you have a PayPal account, Matt? If so, PM me your information and I will gladly send you some dosh.
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Yes others can provide add revenues.
Read the post above and make research.
Youtube is not the only one who provide revenus from adds.
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yes, I like the idea of an account that doesn't take $$ from Matt and us. Let's get Mat set up where he can put on a better t-shirt :>) for his next video.
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If just switching to another host side would fix the problem Matt would have done that already and this thread would not even exist.
R
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So why exactly do you think you should make money from videos? This should be done because you want to, or to help others. Love how everyone in this world has there hand out all the time.. Guess you don't really want to advance the airgun community when your not getting paid eh?
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@Shelby I guess I would have to ask have you ever made an air gun video, and edited that video and then posted it? I have not but I do know how much work and how many hours it takes to do all of that. I think most people that have a YouTube channel started it as fun and then if its good it takes over your life. I don't mind it being a business. When I operate a crane I always expect to be paid. And always have been except for a few church jobs I've donated.
So like it or not many Youtubers have made it a business. Google "top 10 youtube earners" and you will see the top guy made 12,000,000 talking about video games. And I don't know of anyone that doesn't have their "hand out" each week on payday.
So like it or not many Youtubers have made it a business. Google "top 10 youtube earners" and you will see the top guy made 12,000,000 talking about video games. And I don't know of anyone that doesn't have their "hand out" each week on payday.
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I have done this manytimes not usimg Youtube and get miney add from competitors. Youtube is NOT the only one. Period.
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There are a lot of folks on YouTube producing airgun videos. I have never thought of them doing it for money. However those that actually produce professional videos for our entertainment and education should be compensated. Before the advertisers boycotted videos like Matt's he had quit his job and was getting by. Not a lavish life style but able to do things he has a passion for. Now he has asked for a little help from his supporters and I'm happy to be included in that.
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So, you don't care for capitalism? Mat and others should shell out thousands on cameras and editing software and hunting trips so you can be entertained? This is an extremely uninformed and unfair comment on your part.
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