Gifts allow viewers to express themselves, show their appreciation, and connect with their favorite creators in real time during vertical and horizontal live streams, all unlocked by purchasing Jewels. When a viewer sends a gift, creators can earn Rubies.
If you’re eligible, learn how to turn on gifts and manage these features.
NEW! Earn with gifts on vertical Live Streams
Eligibility
To be eligible for gifts, make sure you meet the minimum requirements for the Virtual Items program policies.
Requirements for individual live streams
Gifts aren’t available on the following types of videos:
- Age-restricted
- Unlisted
- Private
- Made for kids
- With YouTube Giving fundraisers
Gifts are not available when live chat or comments are turned off.
If you have access, gifts will surface in the Earn hub of YouTube Studio.
Availability
Creators in these countries and territories can enable gifts:
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You can also see where viewers can buy jewels and send gifts.
