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How to use a link-in-bio on YouTube and get paid

Written by The Chirp Team | Sep 22, 2025 7:00:00 AM

YouTube is built for creators who want to go big. But views and subs are only part of the picture. If the audience lands, clicks, and then disappears, you're missing the moment.

Smart bio link tools for YouTubers change that.

The right link sends viewers somewhere that rewards their curiosity and creates new income in the process. 

Instead of scattering links across videos and hoping people follow the trail, you direct them to one clean, reliable destination.

And if you set that destination up with Chirp, it does more than organize. It pays you.

Where to put your link-in-bio on YouTube

YouTube gives creators two major places to feature a link:
the channel homepage and inside each video. 

Both matter. And both work better with the right setup.

Channel banner placement

Go to your YouTube profile on desktop. The channel banner appears across the top of the screen. In the bottom right corner, you’ll see clickable icons. 

These are where your bio links live.

Now, here’s how to monetize YouTube traffic:

  1. Click "Customize Channel"
  2. Navigate to "Basic Info"
  3. Scroll to the section labeled “Links”
  4. Paste your Chirp URL into the first available slot
  5. Give it a simple, clear name like “All My Links” or “Free Resources”
  6. Choose to show just one or two visible links for a clean layout

There it is, you’re live. The link now shows up everywhere your banner does. 

Whether someone is checking out your trailer or browsing playlists, they’re always one click away from a page that earns for you.

Video descriptions and pinned comments

This is where most engagement happens. Descriptions are scanned. Pinned comments get tapped. Treat both like your personal billboards.

Place your Chirp link at the top of the description. Use a short, direct CTA like:

Where to find me  → [Your Chirp URL]

Repeat it as a pinned comment. Viewers who watch full screen or on mobile are more likely to click from a comment than the description. It also reinforces the behavior of clicking the link to keep going.

Why YouTube creators need a better link

Every YouTuber knows traffic is hard to earn. 

Every video that lands. Every new subscriber who clicks through. Every second of attention you grab. It all takes countless hours of work.

So, why waste your time by sending people who are already engaged to a dead-end?

Most creators link to one product, one video, or one personal website. The problem is, that one thing rarely matches every viewer. Someone might be ready to buy. Another might want to read, save, or subscribe. And if the link they click doesn’t give them options, they bounce.

But that’s where a dynamic landing page can make all the difference.

With Chirp, one link holds the keys to:

  • Your free resources
  • Your top-performing content
  • Your paid offers or digital products
  • Your social handles and affiliate links

And the layout stays clean, fast, and mobile-ready, with no extra work for you.

Want an easy win? Earn from every visitor

Figuring out how to monetize YouTube traffic can be a massive headache. With copyright claims, limited ad eligibility, and shifting platform rules popping up constantly, YouTube doesn’t make it easy to earn consistently.

The good thing about a Chirp link is that it sidesteps all of that. It pays you for the traffic you already get, without requiring subscribers to buy or even click anything. One view on your Chirp link is enough to start earning.

How does it all work? 

Simple. Every Chirp link runs audience-matched ads behind the scenes. But don’t worry, these ads are subtle, relevant, and work 24/7 to generate real revenue from traffic that would otherwise go unpaid. 

Traffic you worked hard for.

What to link out on your Chirp link

Think of your Chirp link like a trailer for your entire brand. It gives people a quick, compelling overview of what you offer, and a clear next step to follow.

A novice movie critic might link out to…
Their Letterboxd reviews, editing setup, affiliate links for their mic and gear, and a subscriber-only list of overlooked thrillers.

A true crime aficionado might link their…
Murder mystery podcast, timeline PDFs, affiliate links for the jewelry their followers always ask about, and quick-hit TikToks that recap each case.

A lifestyle creator might include…
Their Amazon storefront, meal plan download, recent brand collab, and a freebie lead magnet to grow their email list.

This strategy works better over time

The more videos you publish, the more value your link holds.

Every new upload points to the same page. That means that traffic compounds with each post, older videos continue earning without updates, offers stay current without changing every description, and viewers get used to clicking and returning.

It also frees up space in your content. No need to shout out six different links in every outro. Say it once, make it clear, and move on.

Why you should choose Chirp

There are plenty of bio link tools for YouTubers, but most stop at organization. Chirp is built for creators who want to grow and earn without micromanaging a tech stack.

All the benefits:

  • No monthly cost to get started
  • Built-in monetization from passive ad income
  • Easy uploads for digital products, freebies, or guides
    Fast load times that keep bounce rates low
  • Clean design that looks good on mobile or desktop
  • Actionable analytics to show what people click and where they go

This is a tool designed for working creators. The ones who publish every week. And the ones building a brand that doesn’t stop at the screen.

Make every viewer count

Your videos are already bringing people in. Your content already delivers value. But without a link that capitalizes on the attention, that value fades.

Set up your Chirp page in five minutes. 

Add it to your banner, your descriptions, and your pinned comments. 

It’s time to earn from YouTube clicks, beyond the algorithm.