How to Get Approved by Google AdSense (And Set It Up Like a Pro)

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Alright, you’ve got a solid blog setup, posts that bring value, and a few traffic sources starting to trickle in. So now the exciting part:

Let’s get you approved by Google AdSense.

In this lesson, you’ll learn:

  • What Google AdSense is (quick refresher)

  • How to prep your blog so it actually gets approved

  • What to expect after applying

  • How to place ads (without annoying your readers)

What Is Google AdSense?

Google AdSense is a free program that lets you earn money by displaying ads on your blog. Google handles the advertisers and payments—you just copy and paste some code and start earning.

You get paid per impression (how many people see the ads) and clicks (when someone clicks them). How much? It depends on your niche and traffic, but even a beginner blog can make some pocket money—and scale from there.

Is Your Blog Ready for AdSense?

Before you apply, make sure your blog checks ALL these boxes:

✅ You have at least 10–15 quality blog posts

  • Original, helpful, 600+ words

  • No AI spam or copied content

✅ Your blog looks complete

  • Clean design, easy to navigate

  • Sidebar, menu, footer, etc.

✅ You’ve published the required pages

  • About

  • Contact

  • Privacy Policy

  • Terms & Conditions (optional, but a good idea)

✅ No copyright violations

  • Don’t use copyrighted images, music, or videos without permission

  • Use free stock photo sites (like Pexels or Unsplash)

✅ Your blog has a clear niche

  • Not a random mix of topics

  • Focus = easier approval and higher paying ads

✅ It’s been live for a few weeks

  • There’s no official age requirement, but blogs that are at least 1 month old tend to do better

How to Apply for Google AdSense

  1. Go to https://www.google.com/adsense

  2. Click Get Started and sign in with the Google account linked to your Blogger blog

  3. Enter your blog URL

  4. Fill in the required info (name, address, payment method, etc.)

  5. Submit your site for review

Now you wait—typically a few days to a week, though it can take longer. Google will email you when you’re approved (or rejected with feedback).

Common Reasons for Rejection

If you don’t get approved the first time, don’t panic. Some common issues include:

  • Not enough content

  • Low-quality or copied content

  • Missing legal pages (Privacy Policy, etc.)

  • Broken navigation or ugly design

  • A blog that feels “unfinished” or sketchy

The fix? Add more helpful posts, improve your design, and double-check your pages—then reapply in a couple of weeks.

You’re Approved—Now What?

Once Google says “You’re in!”, here’s how to display ads on your Blogger blog.

Option 1: Let Blogger Handle It (Easy Mode)

  1. Go to Blogger > Earnings

  2. Connect your approved AdSense account

  3. Choose where to show ads (sidebar, in posts, etc.)

Blogger will automatically place ads for you. It’s super simple but not super customizable.

Option 2: Manual Control (Advanced Mode)

If you want more control:

  • Log in to AdSense

  • Go to Ads > Overview

  • Choose Ad Units and create custom ad formats (banner, in-article, etc.)

  • Copy the HTML code

  • Paste it into your Blogger blog layout (under Layout > Add a Gadget > HTML/JavaScript)

💡 Tip: Don’t overload your blog with ads—it looks spammy and slows your site down. One in the sidebar + one in the post is plenty to start.

Bonus Tips to Earn More from AdSense

📌 Choose high-earning topics (finance, tech, health tend to pay more)

📌 Write longer posts (more space for ads = more chances to earn)

📌 Place ads after the first paragraph and near the bottom of your posts—where people actually scroll

📌 Keep traffic growing (more pageviews = more money)

Your Homework

  1. Review your blog using the AdSense checklist above

  2. Apply to AdSense once you’re confident your blog is ready

  3. After approval, place your first ad (either automatically or manually)

  4. Write 1–2 new posts this week to keep things fresh

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