๐ How to Earn Money Online with Google AdSense
๐ Complete Beginner-Friendly Course (100% Free)
๐ Course Outline
✅ Module 1: Introduction to Google AdSense
✅ Module 2: Setting Up Your Content Platform (Website, Blog, or YouTube)
✅ Module 3: Applying for Google AdSense
✅ Module 4: Placing Ads & Earning Revenue
✅ Module 5: Traffic Strategies to Boost Income
✅ Module 6: Policy Compliance & Best Practices
✅ Bonus: Scaling Up & Getting Paid
๐น Module 1: Introduction to Google AdSense
What is Google AdSense?
Google AdSense is a program that allows publishers (you) to display ads on your website, blog, or YouTube channel and earn money when users view or click on them.
How You Earn:
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CPC (Cost Per Click): You earn when someone clicks the ad.
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CPM (Cost Per 1000 Impressions): You earn when ads are seen (on high-traffic platforms).
๐น Module 2: Setting Up Your Content Platform
Option 1: Website or Blog
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Create a niche blog using WordPress or Blogger
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Popular niches: Finance, Tech, Health, Education, Travel
Free tools to start:
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Blogger (by Google): https://www.blogger.com
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WordPress: https://wordpress.com
Option 2: YouTube Channel
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Start a YouTube channel
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Create original content (tutorials, reviews, vlogs, etc.)
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Grow your subscriber base to meet monetization criteria
๐น Module 3: Applying for Google AdSense
Website AdSense Requirements:
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Must be 18+ years old
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Must own the site with quality content
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Domain should be at least 3-6 months old (varies by region)
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No copyrighted, adult, or illegal content
How to Apply:
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Sign in with your Google account
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Enter your website URL or link YouTube account
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Submit for review (usually takes a few days)
YouTube AdSense Requirements:
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1000 subscribers
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4000 public watch hours in the last 12 months
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No community strikes
๐น Module 4: Placing Ads & Earning Revenue
Once approved:
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For websites: Use AdSense Auto Ads or manually place ad units in posts and pages.
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For YouTube: Enable monetization in YouTube Studio → Monetization tab.
Types of Ads:
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Display ads
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In-feed ads
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Article ads
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Link ads (deprecated in 2021)
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YouTube video ads (skippable/non-skippable, bumper ads)
๐น Module 5: Traffic Strategies
Without traffic, you earn nothing. Here's how to get more visitors:
For Websites:
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Write SEO-optimized articles
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Share content on social media
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Use Quora and Reddit for organic traffic
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Build an email list
For YouTube:
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Use trending topics and SEO-friendly titles
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Create engaging thumbnails
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Post consistently
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Promote on social media and forums
๐น Module 6: AdSense Policy Compliance
Must Follow AdSense Rules:
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Do not click your own ads
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Do not encourage others to click ads
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Avoid misleading content or spam
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Ensure privacy policy is visible on your website
If you violate, your account may be permanently banned.
๐ฐ Bonus Module: Scaling Up & Getting Paid
AdSense Payout Details:
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Minimum payout: $100
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Payout Methods: Bank Transfer, Wire Transfer, Check (varies by country)
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Paid every month once the threshold is reached
Scaling Tips:
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Grow more traffic
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Build multiple niche sites
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Combine AdSense with affiliate marketing
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Sell your own digital products (courses, eBooks, etc.)
๐ ️ Useful Tools
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Track traffic |
| Google Search Console | Indexing & performance |
| Ahrefs / Ubersuggest | Keyword research |
| Canva | Design thumbnails or banners |
| ChatGPT | Content help, ideas, SEO, etc. |
๐น Free Video Course Recommendations (on YouTube):
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Income School – Project 24
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Ferdy Korpershoek – AdSense WordPress Setup
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Think Media – YouTube AdSense Monetization Tips
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Neil Patel – Website Traffic Growth
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