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Read more…YouTube has long been one of the most popular websites on the internet, letting users share their own videos as well as watch content from other creators around the globe. It's currently facing tough competition from apps like TikTok, but it remains a sought-after destination for users of all ages. Back in 2015, YouTube launched a Premium version of the service, which comes with enticing perks that may be worth your while. Additionally, it comes bundled with YouTube Music, giving subscribers more bang for their buck.
YouTube Premium is the platform's paid subscription service. It's just like regular YouTube, only with extra features like no ads, offline viewing and background play.
The platform used to also provide access to original and exclusive content back in the day. However, a lot of YouTube Originals are currently available for no extra fee, so YouTube Premium is mostly about enjoying a more seamless streaming experience overall.
A YouTube Premium subscription costs $14.99 a month. There's also a Family Plan available at $22.99 a month for up to 6 family members (yourself included). And a Student Plan which costs $8.99 a month.
First-time users get a generous 1-month free trial. Just remember that you'll be automatically charged if you don't cancel your subscription before your trial period ends, so keep an eye on the date if you're not loving the service.
Historically, YouTube has been an ad-supported platform that is free to use. In order to entice people to pay a regular monthly fee, it needed to offer more than just an ad-free experience.
Fortunately, YouTube added a whole heap of features to YouTube Premium to make it a much more exciting proposition. Here's what you get for your $14.99 each month:
Let's get the basic out of the way first: everything that you can watch on YouTube you can watch on YouTube Premium. Just without ads.
When it first launched, the Premium version of YouTube used to offer users access to original and exclusive productions like standalone TV series or movies/documentaries/shows from popular YouTube creators. The company's biggest original was Karate Kid spin-off Cobra Kai, which eventually moved to Netflix. Users could also watch what felt like YouTube content with a slightly bigger budget.
You still get access to this back catalogue of content with a Premium subscription, but YouTube no longer puts emphasis on YouTube Originals as it wound up its originals content group in early 2022. Additionally, a lot of them are now available for free.
If scripted TV shows and movies are what you're after, you might be better off with a streaming service like Disney Plus, Netflix, Prime Video and so on. With YouTube Premium, you're mostly paying for the features.
YouTube Premium works on a large number of YouTube-compatible devices. To put it simply, you can watch YouTube videos without ads across all devices and platforms where you can sign in with your YouTube account, including on compatible smart TVs/gaming consoles and the YouTube, YouTube Music and YouTube Kids mobile apps.
Some of the most popular YouTube-compatible devices are:
There's only one big question you need to ask yourself before signing up for YouTube Premium: do you watch enough YouTube to be worth it? YouTube Premium isn't cheap and if you only watch YouTube every now and then or don't find ads annoying, there's no need to invest in the Premium version of the service.
On the other hand, if YouTube is your main source of information and entertainment, the extra features (no ads, background play and offline viewing) might be worth it. Given that the platform offers a 1-month free trial, you can try it out and see how much use you get out of the subscription.
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Can i apply for abn if i have youtube channel? I make videos and post on youtube.
Hello Mahajabeen,
Thank you for your inquiry.
Anyone can apply for an ABN loan as long as you meet the requirements listed below. To continue please select the ‘Go to Site’ button of MiFinance ABN loan if you’re interested in applying for an ABN Loan with MiFinance.
You’ll need to be able to say ‘yes’ to the following to be able to apply:
– You have an Australian Business Number (ABN)
– You’re over the age of 18
– You earn at least $400 per week
– You are paid directly into your bank account
– The repayments will be affordable to you
– More than half of your income isn’t from Centrelink payments
I hope this information has helped.
Cheers,
Harold