Google[3] AdSense is an advertising[1] program developed by Google. It is designed for website[4] publishers who are a part of the Google Network. The program provides a variety of ad types including text, images, video, or interactive media, which are targeted to a site’s content and audience. AdSense employs sophisticated technology[2] to match ads with website content and user location. The revenue generated by this service is based on either per-click or per-impression. It’s widely used for creating and placing banner and responsive ads on websites and blogs. Since its launch in 2003, Google AdSense has introduced numerous features and evolved significantly, becoming a major revenue source for many websites. Despite controversies around click fraud and policy violations, AdSense has made a substantial impact on internet[5] advertising.
Google AdSense is a program run by Google through which website publishers in the Google Network of content sites serve text, images, video, or interactive media advertisements that are targeted to the site content and audience. These advertisements are administered, sorted, and maintained by Google. They can generate revenue on either a per-click or per-impression basis. Google beta-tested a cost-per-action service, but discontinued it in October 2008 in favor of a DoubleClick offering (also owned by Google). In Q1 2014, Google earned US$3.4 billion ($13.6 billion annualized), or 22% of total revenue, through Google AdSense. AdSense is a participant in the AdChoices program, so AdSense ads typically include the triangle-shaped AdChoices icon. This program also operates on HTTP cookies. In 2021, over 38.3 million websites use AdSense.
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Initial release | June 18, 2003 |
Operating system | Cross-platform (web-based application) |
Type | Online advertising |
Website | www |