YouTube Shopping
YouTube's shopping and affiliate features let creators tag products in videos, Shorts and lives; Amazon joined in Aug 2026.
- Best for
- Creator-led video commerce
- Pricing
- Affiliate commissions; no listing fee seen
- Price
- Affiliate commissions; no listing fee seen
What YouTube Shopping does
YouTube Shopping lets creators tag products in long-form videos, Shorts and livestreams and earn affiliate commissions. In August 2026 YouTube added Amazon to its Shopping Affiliate Program for eligible US creators. It is the closest video-first rival to TikTok Shop's creator model, though brands sell through connected stores or retailers rather than a native YouTube checkout.
YouTube Shopping demo video
Official video from YouTube Creators on YouTube, published June 17, 2026. Watch on YouTube. Video checked October 29, 2026.
Pricing
| Pricing model | Affiliate commissions; no listing fee seen |
|---|---|
| Starting price | Affiliate commissions; no listing fee seen |
From YouTube Shopping's public pricing. Confirm current rates on their site.
Pros and cons
- Huge video audience
- Works across Shorts, long-form and live
- No native checkout like TikTok Shop
- Program terms vary by eligibility
Key features
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YouTube Shopping FAQs
What is YouTube Shopping?
YouTube Shopping is a YouTube's shopping and affiliate features let creators tag products in videos, Shorts and lives; Amazon joined in Aug 2026. Core services: Shoppable videos and Shorts, Livestream shopping, Creator affiliate program.
How much does YouTube Shopping cost?
YouTube Shopping uses affiliate commissions; no listing fee seen pricing and quotes on request. Prices come from public pricing pages; confirm current rates before you sign.
Who is YouTube Shopping best for?
YouTube Shopping is best for creator-led video commerce.
What are the pros and cons of YouTube Shopping?
Pros: huge video audience; works across Shorts, long-form and live. Cons: no native checkout like TikTok Shop; program terms vary by eligibility.
What are the best YouTube Shopping alternatives?
BestAdAgency ranks YouTube Shopping #8 in TikTok Shop Alternatives. Each of those lists compares YouTube Shopping with its closest alternatives on results, specialty fit, pricing transparency and reviews.