If you've ever wondered “Can I actually make money from my website?” — you're not alone. A few years ago, I had the same question. I had a blog. I loved writing. But I had no idea how to turn that into income.
Then I discovered Google AdSense.
And no — it won’t make you rich overnight. But if you're consistent, it's definitely a way to earn passive income while doing something you enjoy.
Let me break it down in the most real, simple way possible.
What Exactly Is Google AdSense?
Think of Google AdSense as a middleman between your blog and advertisers.
Advertisers pay Google to show ads, and Google pays you a small cut whenever someone views or clicks those ads on your site. You don’t need to sell anything, you just need to create content people want to read — and let the ads do their thing.
I remember seeing little ad boxes pop up on other blogs and thinking, “Wait… they’re getting paid for this?”
Yep. They are.
How I Applied (And Got Approved)
It’s actually pretty simple — but it’s not a one-click thing.
Here’s what I did:
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I created around 15 good blog posts. Real content — not AI spam.
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I made sure my blog looked legit: About page, Contact page, Privacy Policy.
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Then I went to the Google AdSense site, applied, and waited.
Took about a week, and then… bam. I was in. Ads started showing up the next day.
How Much Do I Make?
Let’s be real — in the beginning? Pennies.
I think I made $3 in my first month. But the cool part is — I didn’t do anything to make that $3. I just wrote content and let it sit.
As traffic grew, so did my income.
Now I get paid every month. Some bloggers make hundreds, others make thousands — it totally depends on your niche, traffic, and where your visitors are from.
For example, a blog about finance or tech usually earns more per click than, say, a personal diary blog.
Tips I Wish I Knew Earlier
If you're thinking of trying AdSense, here’s what I wish someone told me:
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Don’t overload your site with ads. It makes readers bounce.
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Place ads inside your content, not just at the top or bottom.
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Write helpful, Google-friendly content. (Think: “How to…” or “Best tools for…”)
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Mobile traffic matters. Use responsive ad units that look good on phones.
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Be patient. AdSense rewards consistency — not quick hacks.
The Don’ts (Please Read This)
I’ve seen people ruin their accounts with silly mistakes. Don’t be that person.
❌ Don’t click on your own ads
❌ Don’t ask others to click for you
❌ Don’t copy content from other sites
❌ Don’t use AdSense on a half-finished blog
If you mess up, Google will ban you. And once you’re out, it’s nearly impossible to get back in.
Final Thoughts
AdSense isn’t a get-rich-quick thing. It’s a slow, steady game. But it works.
If you’re already blogging or thinking about starting a site, it’s worth applying for. Even if you make just $50 a month at first, that’s money you didn’t have before — and it grows over time.
I still get excited when I check my AdSense dashboard and see earnings coming in from posts I wrote months ago.
It’s passive income at its most real.
Have questions about getting started? Drop them below — I’m happy to help!