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The way YouTube counts views is changing, but your earnings will stay exactly the same
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The way YouTube counts views is changing, but your earnings will stay exactly the same
Your views will now count from the first frame a YouTube video plays, giving you a clearer picture of your reach without changing how you get paid.
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