Let’s be honest—when I first heard about Google AdSense, it sounded simple. Create a website, write a few posts, apply, and boom… ads show up, and money starts rolling in, right?
Wrong. 😅
It’s not that easy, especially if you’re new to blogging. I got rejected twice before finally getting approved. But once I understood what AdSense is really looking for, it made sense. So, if you're struggling to get approved or just getting started, here's exactly what worked for me (no technical jargon, no BS).
1. I Focused on Real, Helpful Content
I stopped trying to impress Google and started writing for actual people. I picked a topic I care about (blogging and online income), and just shared what I knew in a clear, friendly way.
Each post I wrote was:
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At least 800–1000 words
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Helpful, not just fluff or filler
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Broken into headings and bullet points
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100% original — no copying, no spinning
If you're thinking of using AI to write everything: don’t. Write it yourself or at least edit it to sound human.
2. I Built the "Boring" Pages
Yeah, I didn’t want to do it either—but About, Contact, Privacy Policy, and Terms & Conditions pages actually matter.
Why? Because Google wants to see that you’re serious, not some shady site just trying to make money.
These pages show that you're transparent, responsible, and reachable.
3. I Kept My Website Design Simple
I used a clean theme with no distractions. No ads, no pop-ups, no broken stuff. Just easy navigation, good fonts, and a simple color scheme.
If your site looks messy or half-done, fix that before applying.
Also: make sure it works well on mobile. More than half of your visitors (and Google reviewers!) are on their phones.
4. I Posted Around 15 Blog Posts First
I didn’t rush to apply after one or two posts. I waited until I had:
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Around 15 helpful blog posts
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Each post solving a small problem or answering a question
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A few internal links between them
Even if you have fewer posts, make sure they’re quality. One great post is better than five empty ones.
5. I Waited Until My Posts Were Indexed
This part is important.
Before applying, I checked that my posts were actually showing up on Google. You can do this by searching:
6. I Applied—and Forgot About It
Once everything looked good, I submitted my site to AdSense and didn’t overthink it. A week later, I got the approval email.
No tricks, no hacks. Just a real, working website with real content.
Final Advice (From One Blogger to Another)
If you’re just trying to get approved to throw ads on your site, take a step back. Focus on creating something useful first. That’s what Google wants. And honestly, that’s what your readers want too.
Stay patient. Stay consistent. You’ll get there.
Good luck! If you’ve got questions or want me to review your blog before applying, drop a comment below—happy to help. 😊