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Derwood Hubler asks: What are some good alternatives to Google Adsense for monetizing my blog?

Here are a few I recommend you look into.

Friendfinder has an extensive network of dating and social sites that generate revenue for you in the form of sign ups and referrals.




Chitika offers a wide variety of ad units that target products and services based on the content of your blog.




Bidvertiser offers text ad units similar to Adsense. The ads displayed are based on how you categorize your blog/website, as well as the advertisers available. The more popular your blog is, the higher the payout.






WidgetBucks offers rich media filled ad units that are targeted specifically to the content on the current page.



Although Google Adsense is considered the top performing advertising network, it is always a good idea to diversify when possible. Be sure to check the latest Google Adsense terms of service to determine which types of ads you can run in conjunction with Adesense ad units. Generally speaking, any other advertisements that are contextually based on the page's content causes problems.