To apply for Google AdSense using a subdomain, you follow almost the same process as with a main domain. However, you must ensure the subdomain is ready and compliant. Below is a step-by-step guide to apply for AdSense with a subdomain:
✅ Step-by-Step: How to Apply for AdSense with a Subdomain
1. Prepare Your Subdomain
Before applying, make sure your subdomain:
Has original, high-quality content (not copied or AI-generated spam). Is fully built and navigable (menu, contact page, privacy policy, etc.). Is free of broken links or construction pages. Has a clean, professional design. Follows all AdSense content policies.
📌 Example:
If your subdomain is blog.example.com, it should function as a full website.
2. Sign Up for AdSense
Go to: https://www.google.com/adsense/start/
Click “Get Started”. Sign in with your Google account. Under “Your site,” enter the full subdomain URL, e.g. https://blog.example.com (include https:// if you have SSL). Select your language. Click Next and follow the prompts.
3. Verify Site Ownership
You will need to verify that you own and control the subdomain.
Google will ask you to:
Add a meta tag to the <head> section of your subdomain’s homepage, OR Upload an HTML file to your subdomain’s root directory, OR Use DNS verification.
💡 Make sure the verification code is placed on the subdomain, not the main domain.
4. Place the AdSense Code
Once your application is submitted, you’ll be given an AdSense ad code.
Place this code on your subdomain’s HTML (usually right before </head>). Make sure it is visible and functional. Google uses this to review your content.
5. Wait for Approval
Google will review your subdomain. This can take a few days to a couple of weeks.
If approved ✅: You’ll be able to start showing ads. If rejected ❌: Google will explain why. You can fix the issues and reapply.
⚠️ Important Notes:
You must apply with the full subdomain URL (e.g., blog.example.com), not just the main domain. Each subdomain is treated as a separate site under AdSense’s new “sites” section. You can add multiple sites or subdomains later from the AdSense dashboard > Sites.
Quick Checklist Before Applying
Requirement
Met?
At least 15–20 high-quality articles
✅ Clean and responsive layout
✅ Privacy Policy, About, Contact pages
✅ Domain age 6+ months (in some regions)
✅ Verified ownership
