# Creator tools

## Content Upload

### Video Upload Process

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### Select File

Choose a video file (max 10GB).
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### Add Metadata

Provide title, description, tags, and category.
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### Set Thumbnail

Upload a custom thumbnail or select from auto-generated options.
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### Configure Monetization

Choose monetization mode: free, premium, or donation-enabled.
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### Publish

Submit the video for automatic moderation.
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### YouTube Import

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### Paste YouTube URL

Provide the YouTube link to import.
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### Metadata Auto-populated

Title, thumbnail, and description are populated automatically.
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### Video Embedded

The video is embedded via the YouTube player.
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### Monetization Options

Full monetization options are available for imported videos.
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## Categories

Organize content across multiple categories:

* Gaming
* Music & Arts
* Education
* Technology
* Entertainment
* Lifestyle
* News & Politics
* Sports
* Business & Finance
* Science & Nature

## Tags

* Add up to 10 tags per video
* Improve discoverability
* Filter content by tags

## Promotional Links

Add call-to-action links to your content:

* Custom link text
* URL validation and safety checks
* Displayed prominently on content pages
