Updated Feb. 12, 2025.
Are you a fellow blogger? If you are, and you're looking to monetize your blog, choosing the right ad network is of utmost importance.
Not sure which one to apply with? Today, I'm breaking down the five best ad networks for bloggers to help you earn money with your blog.
Note these are not in any particular order.
1 – Google AdSense
Google AdSense is a go-to for many bloggers, and it's the first ad network I ever used. I learned, using Adsense, how to monetize a blog with ads. I stand by it as one of the better options for when you're just starting out.
It's user-friendly and doesn't have strict traffic requirements, making it accessible for beginners.
To get accepted, make sure your blog has original content and complies with Google's policies.
Once approved, you can display ads relevant to your content and earn revenue based on clicks or impressions.
Go here to apply with Google Adsense.
2 – Ezoic
Ezoic is another excellent choice for bloggers who want to optimize their ad placements.
They offer many tools that will not only enhance user experience, but also increase your earnings.
While there's no strict minimum traffic requirement (making it another good option for beginners), having some consistent traffic can improve your chances of acceptance.
Ezoic will also provide features like layout testing and SEO tools to help you get the most out of your site, so it's more than just a way for you to make money.
Go here to sign up with Ezoic.
3 – Mediavine
Mediavine is super reputable among bloggers with high traffic. They are known for high payouts and excellent support.
Note that to get accepted, your blog must receive 50,000 sessions per month.
If your blog meets this threshold, applying to Mediavine could be a game-changer for your earnings. They try to optimize all ad placements to ensure a balance between user experience and revenue.
Go here to apply with Mediavine.
4 – Raptive (formerly AdThrive)
Raptive, previously known as AdThrive, is another premium ad network that offers personalized support and high RPMs (revenue per mille). It's the network I use here, and I have nothing but great things to say about them as one of the highest-paying ad networks.
To qualify, your blog should have at least 100,000 pageviews per month. This is on the high-end, so new bloggers won't qualify right away.
They work closely with bloggers to optimize ad placements and maximize earnings. Like Mediavine, they are a favorite among high-traffic sites.
Go here to apply with Raptive.
5 – Monumetric
Monumetric is a decent option for bloggers with moderate traffic. They require you have at least 10,000 pageviews per month, so this one is much more accessible than Raptive or Mediavine.
They claim to focus on providing quality ads that align with your content, ensuring a good user experience while boosting your revenue.
Go here to sign up for Monumetric.
In Summary
Ultimately, choosing the right ad network will depend on your blog's traffic and content. I would recommend digging deeper into all the options I've listed for you above to see which would be the best fit for you.
Good luck!
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Anna Thurman is a work at home blogger and mom of two. She has been researching and reviewing remote jobs for over 14 years. Her findings are published weekly here at Real Ways to Earn.