Google Adsense, click fraud and invalid clicks
August 27, 2008
The more ad clicks, the more you can earn from Google Adsense.
That’s the mantra of most Adsense publishers. However, not all ad clicks are good. Some clicks can even get one’s Adsense account banned.
To know more about ad clicks, click fraud, and invalid clicks, we’ve prepared a guide below. Read on.
Google Adsense video ads expand to Brazil, Germany, India, Mexico
August 18, 2008
Google Adsense video ads can now be placed in French, German, and Spanish sites and are now available to more publishers worldwide, but those in the Philippines may still have to wait.
50% increase in Google Adsense earnings
June 11, 2008
Back in March, I asked whether your Google Adsense income is decreasing. At that time, my earnings dropped by as much as 30% compared to the best earning month. I pointed out several factors that could have caused the drop but, until now, I have not really identified what really caused it.
The good news, though, is that last month saw one of the best highs of my Google Adsense income. From April to May, earnings increased by 50% although traffic and site visitors increased by only 15%. I have not seen this income figure since Google slapped our blog with a PageRank penalty back in October 2007.
What caused this? Honestly, I don’t know. But like before, here are some guesses.
Western Union’s November MTCN for Adsense now out
December 28, 2007
Surprise, surprise!
I logged in today to my Google Adsense account and saw that the Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) for my November Adsense payout via Western Union Quick Cash is already available.
Since the Western Union (WU) method was offered two months ago, the MTCN was always released to publishers a bit delayed. The Money Transfer Control Number for my October 2007 earnings, for example, appeared on my account only on November 1. For my November earnings, I was able to receive the payout only on December 2.
But with the MTCN for November now out, I can encash my Adsense income before the end of December 2007. Woot!
Happy New Year, indeed!
P.S. Before you encash your Adsense earnings, here’s a Western Union payout tip. Scout first for the WU branch that offer the highest exchange rate because not all Western Union pickup outlets have the same rates.
Again, happy new year!
FAQ on Google Adsense PIN
November 24, 2006
All Google Adsense publishers are required to enter a Personal Identification Number (PIN) in order to be eligible to receive payments from Adsense. You will receive the PIN via mail after your earnings balance has reached $50. Adsense publishers in the Philippines have reported that it usually takes around 20 days to 2 months before they receive the PIN from Adsense.
Below is a short FAQ about the Google Adsense PIN.
- Why is a PIN necessary?
The PIN (Personal Identification Number) is key to verifying your Google AdSense account so that you can receive payments. Once your account balance reaches $100 — provided you have entered the PIN and removed all other holds from your account — you will be all clear to receive payments from Adsense.
PINs were issued starting January 28, 2005 — if your account was approved before this date, you do not need to enter in a PIN.
- What does a PIN mailer look like?
PINs are printed on PIN mailers, which are white 4.5 x 6 inch (11.4 x 15.2 cm) postcards. Below are the front and back images of the PIN mailer that Google sends to publishers.
