Meta has introduced the Breakthrough bonus program aimed at new creators on Instagram and Facebook, allowing them to earn up to $5,000. This program is designed to help creators kickstart their growth and success on these platforms.
Accepted creators can earn money through various content types, including reels, longer videos, photos, and text posts, as part of Facebook’s invite-only Content Monetization program. Additionally, they will receive a free trial of Meta Verified for the duration of the program.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Breakthrough bonus program, applicants must:
- Be based in the United States.
- Be 18 years or older.
- Have an existing presence on a third-party social app that can be linked during application.
- Create an Instagram professional account and a Facebook Page.
- Not be participating in any other Facebook monetization program.
Earning Bonuses
Once accepted, creators can earn bonuses during their first 90 days by:
- Sharing at least 20 reels on Facebook and 10 reels on Instagram within each 30-day bonus period.
- Ensuring reels are public and shared on at least 10 separate days.
- Posting original content that adheres to Content Monetization Policies.
Application Process
The application is mobile-only, requiring users to have the Facebook and Instagram apps.
- For iOS, links are provided for application on both platforms.
- For Android, a link is available for Facebook.
Facebook has paid content creators over $2 billion in the past year for various content types, demonstrating its commitment to supporting creators. The Breakthrough bonus program is specifically for those who are new to monetization on Facebook and Instagram.
