Qualification for application:
To qualify for an Official Artist Channel (OAC), the following conditions must be met:
You own and operate a YouTube channel (O&O channel) for an artist or band, with content primarily focused on music.
You have at least one official music release on YouTube that has been distributed through a music distributor or label.
When you distribute music through a distributor or label (as mentioned in the criteria), YouTube automatically generates "Art Tracks" (videos consisting of the audio and the album art). These tracks are housed on a Topic Channel (e.g., "Artist Name - Topic").
Your channel complies with all YouTube policies, including Community Guidelines, Terms of Service, and Copyright Policies.
Additionally, at least one of the following criteria must apply:
You work with a YouTube Partner Manager.
You participate in the YouTube Partner Program (YPP).
Your channel is part of a label network that collaborates with a Partner Manager.
Your music is distributed through a music partner listed in the YouTube Services Directory for Music Partners.
Request Process:
Once all criteria are met, you can submit your OAC request to us. Share the following information when submitting your request:
Link to your own & operated channel ( O&O Channel )
Link to your topic channel (Topic Channel )
YouTube typically takes up to 4 weeks to process the application. In some cases, the activation may take several months.