YouTube Campaigns require a connected channel and an approved Google Ads link. The **YouTube Connection** page walks you through each step. ![YouTube Connection page with stepper and connect button](https://uihohqhbowcrgsjhdmrc.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/media/docs/platform-connections/youtube-connection.png) ## Accessing YouTube Connection From **Platform Connections**, click `Connect` next to YouTube. If additional steps are required, you will be directed to **YouTube Connection**. ## Connect your channel Click `Connect with YouTube` and complete Google authorization. If prompted, choose the channel you want to use for advertising. If you see `Activate billing to proceed`, start the Plus subscription for the artist. The page shows `Setting up your connection` and then `Preparing your Google Ads link` while the link request is prepared. When `Approve your Google Ads link` appears, click `Approve Google Ads Link` and approve the request in YouTube Studio. Return to the page and click `Check Status` if prompted. The connection shows as `Connected` once active. ## Status guide | Status | What it means | |--------|----------------| | `Select your YouTube channel` | Choose which channel to connect | | `Activate billing to proceed` | Billing must be active to continue | | `Setting up your connection` | The Google Ads link is being prepared | | `Preparing your Google Ads link` | A link request is about to be sent | | `Approve your Google Ads link` | Approve the request in YouTube Studio | | `Connection Error` | Click `Try Again` to restart the connection | | `Connected` | The channel and Ads link are active |