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By Joel Comm

When you install a piece of software, you usually get an End User License Agreement that you’re supposed to read carefully. You’re then supposed to click a button to show that you’ve read it all through, understand it and agree with every word. If anyone but the lawyers who write these things has ever read them I’ll eat my hat. Most people just click and move on.

The Google Terms of Service are different.

Before you put Google’s AdSense code on your website, you must read the Terms of Service carefully. I’m not just saying that to protect myself legally; I’m saying that to protect your income.

Google’s terms are strict but sensible. They stop people from talking users who have no intention of buying from an advertiser into clicking on an ad. They protect advertisers from having their sites promoted in places with objectionable content. And they stop publishers from playing around with the code.

That last point is important. One of the biggest reasons that people get banned from Google is that they play around with the code to improve the way their ads look. They get a bit too smart and think they can do a better job than Google. That’s a terrible mistake.

If you break the Terms of Service - even accidentally - you could find yourself banned for life. That’s the loss of all your AdSense revenues because of one silly mistake.

The fact is, there are lots of perfectly legitimate strategies that you can use to change the way your ads look. Google itself provides a whole box of tools that you can use - and you should use them. It’s precisely how you use those tools that will determine whether or not your site brings in pennies or bucketloads of bucks. In fact, there are so many ways that you can change the way your ad looks that there’s no need to touch the code at all.

That doesn’t mean you can’t use code at all though. One way to increase your click-throughs is to put the code inside a table so that the ads make a better impression on the page. Is that in line with Google’s Terms of Service? You bet - provided you know how or do it right. And you can bet that it will have a great effect on your click-throughs and your revenues.

For more Google AdSense tips, visit http://www.adsense-secrets.com

Copyright © 2005 Joel Comm. All rights reserved


Joel Comm is Dr. AdSense, an Internet entrepreneur who has been online for more than 20 years. Joel is co-creator of ClassicGames.com, now known as Yahoo! Games and is the author of the web’s best-selling AdSense ebook, “Google AdSense Secrets (Or What Google Never Told You About Making Money With Adsense)”.

Steal These AdSense Secrets!

I believe it has finally happened. Joel Comm has lost his mind!

Maybe it’s those huge AdSense checks he gets to cash every month. Or maybe all the incredible testimonials he receives have finally gone to his head.

Whatever the case may be, I became convinced that he is just a few bricks shy of a load when I saw what he is doing now!

Over the past two years, Joel’s best-selling Google AdSense Secrets ebook has been purchased by many thousands of people. And they have gladly paid $97 to own a copy of his ebook.

Yes, it’s THAT good, and can have a huge impact on your bottom line!

Well, I just found out that for a very limited time, Joel is making the very same 199-page AdSense ebook available to everyone at a discounted rate.

It’s not $87…

It’s not $77…

It’s not even $57!

Get this… it’s not $47…

It’s not $37, though you would be missing out on an incredible deal at this price! See what I mean? He’s gone nutty!

The AdSense Secrets ebook is NOT EVEN $27!

For a limited time, you can get a copy of the full 199-page AdSense Secrets 3rd edition ebook…

* For Just $19.95! *

I’m not sure when Joel will come to his senses, so you should follow this link right away, pick up a copy of his FREE report on blogging and AdSense, and then take advantage of his $19.95 one-time special offer and download the 199-page AdSense
Secrets ebook NOW!

AdSense Secrets $19.95 Special

Don’t be as crazy as Joel and miss out! ;-)

To your success!

No doubt you are excited about the possibility of earning money using AdSense, however before you can begin that process you need to have a website. While that may seem very obvious, many people try to start utilizing AdSense before even having a website created.

While it is possible to utilize tools, such as Dave’s Cool Little Website, to jump-start the time it takes to get your website started, it is also quite easy to get started with your own website from scratch.

The first step in the process should be deciding upon the topic of your website. Many of the most successful AdSense publishers have websites that are focused on very specific niche markets. As you think of the niche market that you think will be best, be sure to select something that holds your personal interest. An essential ingredient to success is writing unique content to keep your visitors coming back, so obviously it will help to have a website on a topic that interests you.

Now that you have your niche identified, you will need to name your website. If you have ever tried to register a domain name, this can be easier said than done as many of the names you will think of have already been registered. Don’t despair, take some time to be creative and you will come up with a name that really suits your website. While there are many options on who to use as a registrar for your domain, 1 & 1 Internet Inc. has some of the best prices and includes free private domain registration.

With your site topic and domain name in hand, you now need to decide on a hosting service. In this area, you can choose from free hosting or blog providers to securing your own shared or dedicated server space with a hosting company. While the free options are nice, one thing to keep in mind is that you may run into problems with the amount of storage space and monthly data transfer traffic you are allocated per month. With the cost of hosting services today, it is usually a good idea to go ahead and sign on with a hosting company to handle your needs.

Web hosting by ICDSoft

One hosting company that has a great reputation for stable servers and top-notch customer service is ICDSoft. Almost all of my websites are hosted with ICDSoft and I have never been disappointed with their attention to detail and prompt response to any inquiry, regardless of the time of day. With prices as low as $6 per month for your first account, you can receive discounts when you have multiple hosting accounts, you will be hard-pressed to find a better value for your money.

With your hosting now secured, you are ready to focus on designing the site and adding content. One popular option is to create a blog website using software such as WordPress (visit WordPress.org to download a copy to install on your host). Using blogging software such as WordPress allows you to quickly customize the look and feel of your website with various themes and plugins. There are numerous tutorials to help even the most inexperienced beginner, which means all you need to worry about at this point is writing content.

Now that you have a site name, hosting service and initial design underway, you have taken the first step towards implementing AdSense and earning money with your website.

The Adsense Code - Review

Pros

Tells you exactly what to do and how to do it, including tips on the best performing ad formats and placements. Great resource for beginners and some valuable advice for seasoned pros as well. Dispels the myth that making money will be easy, it takes more than just putting AdSense on your page.

Cons

Many of the tips can be found by spending time to search the Internet, however it is nice to have them all in one handy reference. If buying directly from Joel Comm’s website, don’t expect too much from all of the free bonus materials.

Review

If you have read Joel Comm’s previous eBook, What Google Never Told You About AdSense, then you should enjoy this book just as much. The Adsense Code is a terrific read, one that can be done in an evening without much problem. However, you might find it beneficial to read through the book while at your computer so you can explore the online resources and put the tips to immediate use.

In a nutshell, this book explores the three ways for you to increase your AdSense earnings:

  • Tweaking your ads to make them more appealing
  • Optimizing your website for better AdSense targeting
  • Tracking your visitor response to learn what does and doesn’t work on your site

As the book begins, Joel covers some basic information on topics such as selecting a domain name and hosting service. He then continues with some tips on building and designing the site with unique content, while paying attention to search engine optimization.

Once the basics have been covered, the next few chapters share some invaluable tips on tweaking your ads to make them more appealing to your visitors. Some of the suggestions include selecting the correct ad format, blending the ads into your site to make them more “click-able” and where to put your ads for the best results. Also, Joel shares some tips on topics such as using the Google search box as well as the AdSense and Firefox referral programs.

One of the most valuable chapters covers information on tracking your visitor response to your ad integration, including the use of an AdSense journal. Joel teaches you how to create and use channels in order to understand how slight changes can impact the behavior of your visitors. He also covers information on how to analyze your server logs and shares a few additional tools to use for tracking visitors.

The last few chapters include an overview of topics such as how to build your website traffic, search engine optimization and things that you should not do with AdSense, as you don’t want to get your account closed before having the chance to reap the rewards. These are very large topics and there is not a lot of depth covered in this book, but there are a few nice suggestions to get you started in the right direction.

As the book concludes, Joel shares a few case studies that give you a chance to see some of the tips and suggestions in action on a real website. If you are following along at your computer, you can reference other sites and begin to implement these suggestions on your own site immediately.

Overall, The AdSense Code is an outstanding resource and will likely be a book that you find yourself thumbing through on a regular basis. While it is true that much of this information can be found online for free, you will spend numerous hours looking for it all. Instead, you can spend the few dollars and have the book as a handy reference to get you on your way to earning a passive income with AdSense.

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Welcome to Profitable Adsense

Welcome to Profitable Adsense, a website dedicated to sharing tips, tricks and tools to assist your efforts in earning money via the use of Adsense on your website. You’ll notice that this website doesn’t have any Adsense integration and there is a reason for that, however many website owners are unaware or ignore that reason.

While there is the potential for significant earnings with the use of Adsense, it is not a magic money-making machine and will require hard work to be successful. Within this site, you will learn things that should help maximize your potential to earn money and run a profitable website.

Thanks for stopping by and I look forward to hearing your comments and questions!

This site is not in anyway affiliated with Google nor does Google endorse ProfitableAdsense.com in anyway whatsoever. It is run independently. AdSense and Google are trademarks of Google, Inc.

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