2026 Edition
The Complete Google AdSense Blueprint
From zero to approved to $1000/month — a battle-tested roadmap covering blog setup, content strategy, approval requirements, and revenue optimization. Built from 50+ Reddit war stories and real publisher experiences.
174 items • 10 stages
Stage 1 / 19 items
Foundation Setup
Choose your platform, domain, and hosting. These decisions are hard to change later, so get them right from the start.
Choose a specific niche you can write about consistently
Research your niche's CPC potential using Google Keyword Planner
Verify your niche is allowed by AdSense policies
Define your target audience with specificity
Consider targeting high-CPC countries (US, UK, Canada, Australia)
Choose a brandable, niche-relevant domain name
Use .com, .net, or country-specific TLD (.co.uk, .in)
Register domain through reputable registrar
Note your domain registration date (3-6 month maturity recommended)
Enable WHOIS privacy protection
Choose quality hosting (prioritize speed over cost)
Install and configure SSL certificate (HTTPS mandatory)
Configure CDN for faster global delivery
Set up Cloudflare for security and bot protection
Verify server response time (TTFB) under 200ms
Choose your CMS or framework
Select a clean, mobile-responsive theme
Avoid themes with excessive animations or heavy JavaScript
Install essential plugins (SEO, caching, security)