If you noticed your YouTube Partner Program (YPP) payment summary looked unusually high last month, it’s likely due to a system error, so don’t get too excited just yet.
YouTube recently acknowledged an issue where some creators are seeing inflated or doubled earnings in the YouTube Studio Payment Activity section. YouTube is actively investigating the problem and advises creators to check their AdSense accounts for accurate payment details instead.
In a separate but related update, many users are experiencing difficulties accessing YouTube on certain browsers after the platform intensified its crackdown on ad blockers. Browsers like Opera GX with built-in ad blockers are currently blocked from loading YouTube content due to this enforcement.
YouTube has been fighting ad blockers for years, emphasizing that ads are essential to support content creators and keep the platform free for users. Their measures include load restrictions and blocking YouTube access for those running ad blocking software, forcing users to disable these blockers or opt out.
This latest move is causing access issues for many users, so if you’re having trouble using YouTube, an active ad blocker may be the cause.
Research shows about 31% of internet users employ some form of ad blocking, highlighting the significance and impact of these enforcement efforts.
