Facebook Monetization Requirements

How many followers do you need to monetize on Facebook?
500 followers for Stars
Held for 30 days in a row, age 18+. Content Monetization (pay for views) is invite-only.

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Programs

ProgramRequirementsHow you're paid
Stars500 followers for 30 consecutive days, 18+Fans send Stars (1 cent each to you)
Content MonetizationInvite-only; Meta sends invitations periodicallyPay per view on Reels, videos, photos and text posts
Subscriptions10,000 followers or 250+ return viewersMonthly fan subscriptions

Check your eligibility in Meta Business Suite under Monetization, or in the Professional dashboard of a profile in Professional Mode.

Stars income = Stars received × $0.01

Example: 5,000 Stars in a month pay $50.

Sources: Buffer: How to make money on Facebook in 2026; Lilach Bullock: Facebook monetization requirements (Oct 2026). Checked November 13, 2026. Platforms change these rules; your creator dashboard shows the live requirements for your account.

Frequently asked questions

Is Facebook Content Monetization invite-only?

Yes. Meta sends invitations periodically and hasn't published a follower number that guarantees one.